Highlights:

• Nathan Rourke throws for 325 yards and 3 TDs in impressive performance
• William Stanback rushes for 93 yards and a TD, adds 78 receiving yards
• BC’s defense records 4 sacks and holds Ottawa to just 12 points

Game Recap:
The BC Lions (7-6) put on a dominant display at home, defeating the Ottawa Redblacks (7-4) by a score of 38-12. Nathan Rourke led the Lions’ offense with a stellar performance, while the defense stifled Ottawa’s attack throughout the game. The win helps BC keep pace in the competitive West Division, while Ottawa suffers a setback in their pursuit of the East Division lead.

Game Highlights Video:

Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from BC Lions vs Ottawa Redblacks.

BC Lions Performance:

The Lions’ offense was firing on all cylinders, led by quarterback Nathan Rourke’s exceptional game. Rourke completed 21 of 30 passes for 325 yards and 3 touchdowns, while also adding 29 rushing yards and a touchdown on the ground. Running back William Stanback had a strong all-around performance, rushing for 93 yards and a touchdown while also catching 6 passes for 78 yards.

Top Offensive Players:
• Nathan Rourke: QB – 325 passing yards, 3 TDs, 29 rushing yards, 1 rushing TD
• William Stanback: RB – 93 rushing yards, 1 TD, 6 receptions, 78 receiving yards
• Justin McInnis: WR – 3 receptions, 72 yards, 1 TD
• Keon Hatcher: WR – 3 receptions, 71 yards
• Ayden Eberhardt: WR – 4 receptions, 58 yards, 1 TD

Top Defensive Players:
• T.J. Lee: DB – 9 tackles
• Mathieu Betts: DL – 3 tackles, 1 sack
• Christian Covington: DL – 3 tackles, 1 sack
• Ryder Varga: LB – 4 tackles, 1 sack
• Juliano Falaniko: LB – 3 tackles, 1 sack

Ottawa Redblacks Performance:

The Redblacks struggled to find consistency on offense, managing just 12 points against a tough BC defense. Quarterback Dru Brown completed 21 of 33 passes for 206 yards and a touchdown, but the team’s running game was largely ineffective.

Top Offensive Players:
• Dru Brown: QB – 206 passing yards, 1 TD
• Eli Stove: WR – 8 receptions, 73 yards
• Justin Hardy: WR – 4 receptions, 49 yards
• Dominique Rhymes: WR – 4 receptions, 46 yards, 1 TD
• Ryquell Armstead: RB – 24 rushing yards, 2 receptions, 17 yards

Top Defensive Players:
• Frankie Griffin: LB – 10 tackles
• Damon Webb: DB – 5 tackles, 1 interception
• Lorenzo Mauldin IV: DL – 4 tackles
• Brandin Dandridge: DB – 3 tackles
• Davion Taylor: LB – 2 tackles, 1 sack

The BC Lions’ victory improves their record to 7-6, keeping them in the thick of the West Division playoff race. They now sit in third place, just behind the Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-5) and the division-leading Winnipeg Blue Bombers (5-6). The Ottawa Redblacks fall to 7-4 but remain in second place in the East Division behind the Montreal Alouettes (10-1).

This game showcased the Lions’ potential when firing on all cylinders, with Nathan Rourke continuing to impress in his sophomore season. The Redblacks will need to regroup quickly.