Nathan Rourke threw for 414 yards and four touchdowns, improving to 4-0 in his career against Calgary
Keon Hatcher Sr. recorded seven receptions for 112 yards and two touchdowns, pushing his CFL-leading total to 1,516 receiving yards
BC clinched a playoff spot and moved into sole possession of second place in the West Division at 9-7
Game Recap:
The BC Lions punched their ticket to the playoffs with a 38-24 victory over the Calgary Stampeders at Save-on-Foods Field at BC Place on Saturday night. Nathan Rourke delivered a four-touchdown performance while Keon Hatcher Sr. hauled in two scores to lead BC to its fourth consecutive win. The Lions improved to 9-7 and took sole possession of second place in the West Division, while Calgary fell to 8-7.
Results
Team
1
2
3
4
OT
T
Outcome
CGY
3
3
3
15
0
24
Loss
BC
7
14
10
7
0
38
Win
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Calgary Stampeders vs BC Lions.
BC Lions Performance:
The Lions dominated on both sides of the ball, with Nathan Rourke completing 25 of 32 passes for 414 yards and four touchdowns. BC’s defence recorded six sacks and three interceptions, including two from Robert Carter Jr. in the fourth quarter to seal the victory.
Robert Carter Jr.: DB – 3 tackles, 2 interceptions
Deontai Williams: DL – 4 tackles, 1 sack
Josh Woods: LB – 4 tackles
Micah Awe: LB – 4 tackles
Calgary Stampeders Performance:
The Stampeders struggled to contain BC’s offence and couldn’t overcome three Vernon Adams Jr. interceptions. Calgary mounted a fourth-quarter comeback attempt, scoring 15 points in the final frame, but fell short as turnovers proved costly in Adams Jr.’s return to BC.
Top Offensive Players:
Vernon Adams Jr.: QB – 21/38, 303 passing yards, 2 TD, 3 INT, 4 rushes for 32 yards
Erik Brooks: WR – 5 receptions, 92 yards on 7 targets
Dedrick Mills: RB – 7 rushes for 85 yards, 2 receptions for 18 yards
Jalen Philpot: WR – 7 receptions, 71 yards on 12 targets, 1 rush for 7 yards
With Saturday’s results, the CFL standings show Saskatchewan leading the West Division at 11-4, followed by BC at 9-7 in second place. Calgary sits fourth at 8-7, tied with Winnipeg but holding the edge in conference wins. In the East Division, Hamilton leads at 10-6, with Montreal at 8-7 in second place. The Lions have now secured their spot in the 2025 CFL playoffs.
BC’s victory was highlighted by a halftime ceremony honoring franchise legend Solomon Elimimian, whose No. 56 jersey was raised to the rafters. The Lions built a 21-6 halftime lead behind Rourke’s three first-half touchdowns before extending their advantage to 31-9 early in the fourth quarter. Calgary mounted a late rally to cut the deficit to 31-24, but Carter Jr.’s second interception and Zander Horvath’s 33-yard touchdown run sealed the outcome.
Can the BC Lions maintain their momentum heading into their Week 19 bye, and will Nathan Rourke’s performance establish him as a top contender for the CFL’s Most Outstanding Player award? How will Calgary respond after dropping to 8-7 with a crucial game against Hamilton looming? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
