• BC Lions scored 23 points in the fourth quarter to secure the win • Nathan Rourke completed 20 of 24 passes for 218 yards • Lions improve to 8-8 while Stampeders fall to 4-10
Results
Team
1
2
3
4
OT
T
Outcome
BC
3
3
3
23
0
32
Win
CGY
0
7
1
7
0
15
Loss
Game Recap:
The BC Lions stormed back with a dominant fourth quarter to defeat the Calgary Stampeders 32-15 at BC Place. After trailing for much of the game, the Lions exploded for 23 points in the final frame to pull away. The win improves BC’s record to 8-8, while Calgary drops to 4-10 on the season.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from BC Lions vs Calgary Stampeders.
BC Lions Performance:
The Lions offense struggled to find rhythm early but came alive when it mattered most. Quarterback Nathan Rourke was efficient, completing 20 of 24 passes for 218 yards.
Top Defensive Players: • Ayinde Eley: LB – 8 tackles • T.J. Lee: DB – 7 tackles, 1 sack • Emmanuel Rugamba: DB – 6 tackles • Ronald Kent Jr.: DB – 5 tackles • Mathieu Betts: DL – 1 tackle, 1 interception
Calgary Stampeders Performance:
The Stampeders held the lead for most of the game but were unable to hold off BC’s late surge. Quarterback Jake Maier had an up-and-down performance with one touchdown and two interceptions.
Top Defensive Players: • Julian Howsare: DL – 6 tackles, 2 sacks • Micah Awe: LB – 6 tackles • Demerio Houston: DB – 5 tackles • Tre Roberson: DB – 4 tackles • Benjamin Labrosse: DB – 4 tackles
The win keeps BC in the hunt for a playoff spot in the competitive West Division. Currently, the Winnipeg Blue Bombers lead the West at 10-6, followed by BC and Saskatchewan at 8-8, Edmonton at 5-10, and Calgary at 4-10. In the East, Montreal sits atop the division at 11-3, with Ottawa (8-6) and Toronto (8-7) battling for second place.
This victory provides crucial momentum for the Lions as they look to secure a postseason berth in the final weeks of the regular season. The Stampeders, meanwhile, face an uphill battle to keep their playoff hopes alive after dropping to 4-10.
Can the Lions ride this momentum to clinch a playoff spot? Will the Stampeders be able to regroup and make a late-season push? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
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