• Jamal Parker Jr. returned a fumble 60 yards for a touchdown in the second quarter • Keric Wheatfall caught all six of his targets for 86 yards to lead Winnipeg receivers • The win moves Winnipeg to 2-0 while BC drops to 1-2 on the season
Game Recap:
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers controlled the game from start to finish, defeating the BC Lions 27-14 at Save-on-Foods Field at BC Place on Saturday night. Zach Collaros threw for 179 yards and two touchdowns while the Bombers defense forced three turnovers, including a spectacular 60-yard fumble return for a touchdown by Jamal Parker Jr. With the victory, Winnipeg improves to 2-0 while BC falls to 1-2.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs BC Lions.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers Performance:
The Blue Bombers established control early and never let up, dominating both sides of the ball in a complete road victory.
Top Offensive Players: • Keric Wheatfall: WR – 6 receptions, 86 yards on 6 targets • Matthew Peterson: RB – 11 carries for 42 yards, 2 receptions for 8 yards • Quinton Cooley: RB – 7 carries for 43 yards • Jerreth Sterns: WR – 3 receptions for 36 yards on 4 targets • Dalton Schoen: WR – 3 receptions for 29 yards and 1 touchdown
Top Defensive Players: • Evan Holm: S – 7 tackles, 1 interception • Jamal Parker: DB – 6 tackles, 1 interception, 1 fumble recovery touchdown • Tony Jones: LB – 4 tackles • Marquise Bridges: DB – 3 tackles • Michael Griffin II: DE – 3 tackles, 1 sack
BC Lions Performance:
Despite moving the ball effectively through the air with 281 passing yards, the Lions were hurt by turnovers and struggled to find the end zone until late in the fourth quarter.
Top Offensive Players: • Justin McInnis: WR – 9 receptions for 94 yards on 13 targets • Keon Hatcher: WR – 6 receptions for 92 yards on 10 targets • Jevon Cottoy: WR – 4 receptions for 51 yards and 1 touchdown • James Butler: RB – 9 carries for 44 yards • Ayden Eberhardt: WR – 3 receptions for 22 yards on 8 targets
The current CFL standings show the Montreal Alouettes and Saskatchewan Roughriders tied atop their respective divisions with 3-0 records. In the West Division, Saskatchewan leads with a perfect record, followed by Winnipeg at 2-0 and Calgary at 2-1. The East Division sees Montreal undefeated at 3-0, while Ottawa sits at 1-2. Both Hamilton and Toronto remain winless, with the Tiger-Cats at 0-2 and the Argonauts at 0-3.
This convincing road victory puts Winnipeg in excellent position early in the 2025 season, showcasing the balanced attack that made them successful in recent years. The Blue Bombers’ defense forced three turnovers while the offense controlled the clock with over seven minutes on their opening drive. BC will need to clean up their turnover issues as they prepare for their upcoming road test against Saskatchewan.
How will Winnipeg’s early success translate as they face tougher division rivals? Can BC bounce back from this disappointing home loss and find consistency on offense? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
Mark Perry is the founder and editor of CFL News Hub. A dedicated and experienced football analyst, he has been providing comprehensive coverage of the sport since 2018.
