Lions called out for social media post

The B.C. Lions' attempt at humor following a victory against the Ottawa Redblacks on social media may have fallen flat, based on reactions on platforms like Instagram and Facebook. The Lions secured their fifth consecutive win with a 45-24 victory over the Redblacks at TD Place. However, the Redblacks, who remained winless this season, suffered their 17th straight loss, setting a CFL modern era record for consecutive defeats since World War II.

In the first half, the two teams were tied at 17-17. The Lions then outscored Ottawa 28-7 in the second half to claim the win. The Lions posted a celebratory message on X, seemingly at the expense of the Redblacks, stating, "The Road Team, please enjoy yet another lemon. Thank you." The post sparked mixed reactions from the public, with some criticizing the tone and others questioning the appropriateness of a team trolling another in the league.

Dave Campbell, the radio color analyst for the Edmonton Elks, expressed dissatisfaction with the tone, stating, "I've seen up close what it's like for an organization to struggle and fan base that is discouraged by it." Former Winnipeg Blue Bombers kicker Troy Westwood called the tweet "cold," while Hamilton-based sports anchor Clint "Bubba" O'Neil deemed it a "cheap shot" and a "poor look."

The Redblacks, currently on a break until September 12, have not yet commented on the matter. One former Redblacks communications manager, Chris Hofley, commented on the post, saying, "Love chirps from team accounts. But if you're going to go this way the statement has to be at least a bit clever. This is just trying too hard to end up with cheap grasping at low-hanging fruit."