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CFL Scores Today: Hamilton Tiger-Cats 29, Edmonton Elks 27 – Liegghio’s Walk-Off Field Goal Caps Wild Comeback

Highlights:

  • Marc Liegghio nailed a 41-yard game-winning field goal with 4:45 remaining
  • Bo Levi Mitchell threw for 311 yards and 2 touchdowns on 28-40 passing
  • Hamilton extends East Division lead to four points over Montreal with 9-5 record

Game Recap:

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats defeated the Edmonton Elks 29-27 in a thrilling back-and-forth contest that featured ten lead changes at Hamilton Stadium on Saturday night. Marc Liegghio’s 41-yard field goal with 4:45 remaining capped a dramatic 12-play drive to give the Tiger-Cats their third straight victory. Hamilton improves to 9-5 while Edmonton falls to 5-9 with the loss.

Results

Team1234OTTOutcome
EDM71073027Loss
HAM101036029Win

Game Highlights Video:

Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Edmonton Elks vs Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Hamilton Tiger-Cats Performance:

The Tiger-Cats showed resilience in their comeback victory, converting crucial third downs and capitalizing on Edmonton mistakes to secure the win.

Top Offensive Players:

  • Bo Levi Mitchell: QB – 28-40, 311 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT
  • Greg Bell: RB – 17 carries, 93 yards; 7 receptions, 39 yards
  • Kiondre Smith: WR – 7 receptions, 89 yards on 8 targets
  • Tim White: WR – 5 receptions, 84 yards; 1 carry, 15 yards
  • Kenny Lawler: WR – 3 receptions, 46 yards, 1 TD

Top Defensive Players:

  • Devin Veresuk: LB – 7 tackles
  • Philip Ossai: DE – 6 tackles, 1 sack
  • Reggie Stubblefield: DB – 5 tackles
  • Stavros Katsantonis: DB – 5 tackles
  • Braxton Hill: LB – 4 tackles

Edmonton Elks Performance:

Despite a strong offensive showing from Cody Fajardo and the receiving corps, the Elks couldn’t close out the victory in the final minutes.

Top Offensive Players:

  • Cody Fajardo: QB – 21-29, 280 yards, 2 TDs; 2 carries, 16 yards
  • Justin Rankin: RB – 10 carries, 41 yards; 2 receptions, 77 yards, 1 TD
  • Kurleigh Gittens Jr.: WR – 4 receptions, 60 yards, 1 TD on 6 targets
  • Arkell Smith: WR – 5 receptions, 41 yards on 5 targets
  • Kaion Julien-Grant: WR – 5 receptions, 35 yards on 8 targets

Top Defensive Players:

  • Joel Dublanko: LB – 11 tackles, 1 sack
  • Brock Mogensen: LB – 8 tackles
  • Jaylin Williams: DB – 7 tackles
  • Kordell Jackson: LB – 6 tackles
  • JJ Ross: DB – 5 tackles, 1 interception

Following today’s CFL scores, Hamilton maintains their lead atop the East Division standings at 9-5, four points ahead of Montreal (7-7). In the West Division, Saskatchewan continues to lead at 10-3, followed by Calgary at 8-5. Edmonton’s loss drops them to 5-9, keeping them in last place in the competitive West Division.

The victory extends Hamilton’s winning streak to three games as they prepare for a crucial road test in Winnipeg next Saturday. Edmonton will look to rebound when they host Saskatchewan in their final regular season home game.

Can Hamilton maintain their East Division lead with a tough road game against Winnipeg coming up? Will Edmonton be able to bounce back against Saskatchewan in their season finale at home? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.

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