The Ottawa Redblacks (9-8) get the winning heading into the playoff with a thrilling 37-31 victory over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (7-11) in a East Division matchup at TD Place Stadium.

Highlights:

• Dru Brown threw for 445 yards and 3 touchdowns to lead Ottawa’s offensive explosion
• Bo Levi Mitchell passed for 425 yards and 1 touchdown in a losing effort for Hamilton
• Kalil Pimpleton had a breakout game with 167 receiving yards and a touchdown for Ottawa

Game Recap:

In an offensive showcase, both quarterbacks put up impressive numbers as the Redblacks and Tiger-Cats combined for over 870 passing yards. Ottawa’s defense made key stops when needed, including a crucial interception by Damon Webb. The win keeps Ottawa in the thick of the Eastern playoff race while dealing a significant blow to Hamilton’s postseason aspirations.

Ottawa Redblacks Performance:

The Redblacks’ offense was firing on all cylinders, with Brown connecting with multiple receivers for big plays. The rushing attack, led by Bralon Addison’s 38 yards, provided enough balance to keep Hamilton’s defense honest.

Top Offensive Players:
• Dru Brown: QB – 26/38, 445 yards, 3 TD, 1 INT
• Kalil Pimpleton: WR – 6 receptions, 167 yards, 1 TD
• Dominique Rhymes: WR – 6 receptions, 115 yards
• Bralon Addison: RB/WR – 38 rushing yards, 6 receptions, 44 yards, 1 TD
• Jaelon Acklin: WR – 3 receptions, 53 yards, 1 TD

Top Defensive Players:
• Deandre Lamont: 8 tackles
• Brandin Dandridge: 5 tackles
• Frankie Griffin: 5 tackles
• Damon Webb: 3 tackles, 1 interception
• Lorenzo Mauldin IV: 2 tackles, 1 sack

Hamilton Tiger-Cats Performance:

Despite the loss, Hamilton’s offense showed plenty of firepower, with Mitchell leading an aerial assault that kept them in the game until the final minutes.

Top Offensive Players:
• Bo Levi Mitchell: QB – 25/36, 425 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
• Steven Dunbar Jr.: WR – 9 receptions, 180 yards
• Greg Bell: RB – 91 rushing yards, 1 TD
• Ante Milanovic-litre: RB – 28 rushing yards, 1 TD, 3 receptions, 44 yards
• Kiondre Smith: WR – 3 receptions, 52 yards, 1 TD

Top Defensive Players:
• Stavros Katsantonis: 5 tackles
• Richard Leonard: 4 tackles
• Will Sunderland: 4 tackles
• D.Q. Thomas: 4 tackles
• Destin Talbert: 2 tackles, 1 interception

Current CFL Standings Impact:

The win moves Ottawa (9-8) into third place in the East Division, while Hamilton (7-11) remains in fourth. Montreal leads the division at 12-4, followed by Toronto at 10-7.