Highlights:

– Nick Arbuckle threw for 316 yards and two touchdowns without an interception in his best performance of the season
– Damonte Coxie recorded a season-high 145 receiving yards and one touchdown on six catches
– Toronto improves to 2-5 while Winnipeg drops to 3-3 with their third consecutive loss

Game Recap:

The defending Grey Cup champion Toronto Argonauts finally found their groove at BMO Field, defeating the Winnipeg Blue Bombers 31-17 in their Week 8 rematch. The victory marked Toronto’s first home win of the season and improved their record to 2-5, while Winnipeg suffered their third straight loss to fall to 3-3. Zach Collaros was sidelined again with injury after throwing two interceptions in the first half, forcing Chris Streveler into duty for the second consecutive week.

Game Highlights Video:

Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs Toronto Argonauts.

Toronto Argonauts Performance:

The Argonauts dominated both sides of the ball, controlling the wet weather conditions and capitalizing on Winnipeg’s mistakes to secure their most complete victory of the season.

Top Offensive Players:
– Nick Arbuckle: QB – 22/31, 316 yards, 2 TD, 0 INT
– Damonte Coxie: WR – 6 catches, 145 yards, 1 TD
– DaVaris Daniels: WR – 4 catches, 66 yards, 1 TD
– David Ungerer III: WR – 5 catches, 61 yards
– Khalan Laborn: RB – 13 carries, 50 yards

Top Defensive Players:
– Cameron Judge: LB – 5 tackles, 1 interception
– Benjie Franklin: DB – 4 tackles, 1 interception
– Wynton McManis: LB – 5 tackles
– Tyshon Blackburn: DB – 5 tackles
– Aaron Casey: DE – 1 tackle, 1 sack

Winnipeg Blue Bombers Performance:

The Blue Bombers struggled without Stanley Bryant on the offensive line and couldn’t establish consistency with Collaros leaving early due to injury and Streveler forced into action once again.

Top Offensive Players:
– Chris Streveler: QB – 11/18, 148 yards, 1 TD, 16 rushing yards
– Brady Oliveira: RB – 13 carries, 82 yards, 2 catches, 38 yards
– Jerreth Sterns: WR – 4 catches, 72 yards, 1 TD
– Nic Demski: WR – 1 catch, 46 yards
– Joey Corcoran: WR – 4 catches, 25 yards

Top Defensive Players:
– Tony Jones: DE – 6 tackles, 2 sacks
– Michael Griffin II: DB – 6 tackles
– Redha Kramdi: LB – 6 tackles
– Trey Vaval: DB – 5 tackles
– James Vaughters: DE – 3 tackles, 1 sack

The CFL scores from Week 8 continue to reshape the standings across both divisions. In the East Division, Hamilton and Montreal remain tied atop the standings at 5-2, while Toronto’s victory brings them within striking distance despite their slow start. The West Division sees Saskatchewan leading at 6-1, followed by Calgary at 5-2, with Winnipeg now sitting in the middle of the pack at 3-3.

Toronto’s dominant performance showcased the championship pedigree that carried them to Grey Cup glory last season. The Argonauts controlled the game from start to finish, taking advantage of turnovers and executing in crucial moments to secure their most convincing victory of the campaign.

Can the Argonauts build momentum from this victory as they head to Winnipeg for the rematch next week? Will the Blue Bombers find answers to their recent struggles without key players like Stanley Bryant? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.