• Brady Oliveira rushes for 147 yards and a touchdown • Zach Collaros throws for 201 yards and a score • Winnipeg’s defense forces two interceptions
Results
Team
1
2
3
4
OT
T
Outcome
HAM
7
3
0
0
0
10
Loss
WPG
10
7
7
7
0
31
Win
Game Recap:
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (11-6) solidified their position atop the West Division with a convincing 31-10 road victory over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (6-11) on Saturday afternoon. Winnipeg’s balanced attack and stifling defense proved too much for Hamilton, who struggled to find consistency on both sides of the ball.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Winnipeg vs Hamilton.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers Performance:
The Blue Bombers controlled the game from start to finish, showcasing their potent offense and championship-caliber defense. Winnipeg’s ground game, led by Brady Oliveira, set the tone early and kept the Tiger-Cats off balance throughout the contest.
Top Defensive Players: • Evan Holm: DB – 6 tackles • Tyrell Ford: DB – 4 tackles, 1 INT • TyJuan Garbutt: DL – 3 tackles, 1 sack • Deatrick Nichols: DB – 2 tackles, 1 INT • Jake Thomas: DL – 1 tackle, 1 sack
Hamilton Tiger-Cats Performance:
The Tiger-Cats struggled to find their rhythm on offense, with quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell throwing two interceptions. Hamilton’s defense had difficulty containing Winnipeg’s multi-faceted attack, particularly in the running game.
Top Offensive Players: • Bo Levi Mitchell: QB – 15/28, 217 yards, 0 TD, 2 INT • James Butler: RB – 7 carries, 24 yards, 1 TD, 2 receptions, 16 yards • Brendan O’Leary-Orange: WR – 2 receptions, 86 yards • Kiondre Smith: WR – 6 receptions, 54 yards • Tim White: WR – 4 receptions, 50 yards
Top Defensive Players: • Will Sunderland: DB – 6 tackles • Ray Wilborn: LB – 6 tackles • Ryan Baker: LB – 6 tackles • Richard Leonard: DB – 5 tackles • Brandon Barlow: DL – 3 tackles, 1 sack
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers‘ victory improves their record to 11-6, maintaining their lead in the West Division. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats fall to 6-11, further dimming their playoff hopes in the East. This game showcased the gap between the two teams, with Winnipeg demonstrating why they are considered strong Grey Cup contenders.
Looking ahead, can the Blue Bombers maintain this momentum as they push for home-field advantage in the playoffs? For Hamilton, what adjustments will be necessary to salvage their season and make a late playoff push? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
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