• Bo Levi Mitchell throws for 315 yards and 2 touchdowns in Hamilton’s victory • Nathan Rourke rushes for 2 touchdowns in a losing effort for BC • Hamilton improves to 6-9, while BC falls to 7-8 in tight West Division race
Results
Team
1
2
3
4
OT
T
Outcome
BC
10
6
7
3
3
29
Loss
HAM
0
0
8
18
6
32
Win
Game Recap:
In a nail-biting overtime clash at BC Place, the Hamilton Tiger-Cats emerged victorious over the BC Lions with a final score of 32-29. The game showcased offensive fireworks and defensive grit, with both teams trading blows throughout regulation before Hamilton sealed the win in the extra period. This result brings the Tiger-Cats’ record to 6-9, while the Lions drop to 7-8 in a tightening West Division playoff race.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Hamilton vs BC.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats Performance:
The Tiger-Cats’ offense was firing on all cylinders, led by quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell’s impressive 315-yard, 2-touchdown performance. Mitchell’s precision passing, completing 34 of 40 attempts, kept the BC defense on their heels throughout the contest.
Top Defensive Players: • Ryan Baker: LB – 7 tackles • Richard Leonard: DB – 5 tackles • Carthell Flowers-Lloyd: DB – 4 tackles • Casey Sayles: DL – 4 tackles, 1 sack • David Menard: DL – 3 tackles, 1 sack
BC Lions Performance:
Despite the loss, the Lions showed resilience and offensive prowess. Quarterback Nathan Rourke contributed both through the air and on the ground, passing for 264 yards and rushing for two touchdowns.
Top Defensive Players: • Ryder Varga: LB – 12 tackles • Ayinde Eley: LB – 6 tackles • Emmanuel Rugamba: DB – 4 tackles, 1 sack • Garry Peters: DB – 3 tackles, 1 sack • Ronald Kent Jr.: DB – 4 tackles, 1 interception
This thrilling overtime victory for Hamilton has significant implications for the CFL standings. In the East Division, the Montreal Alouettes continue to lead with an 11-2 record, followed by the Ottawa Redblacks at 8-5. The Tiger-Cats’ win keeps them in the playoff hunt, now sitting at 6-9. Over in the West, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers hold the top spot at 9-6, with the BC Lions falling to 7-8 after this loss, intensifying the battle for playoff positioning.
The game was a showcase of offensive talent, with both quarterbacks putting up impressive numbers. Hamilton’s Bo Levi Mitchell’s precision passing was matched by BC’s Nathan Rourke’s dual-threat
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