Lions climb standings with win over Roughriders
Nathan Rourke passed for 375 yards and his B.C. Lions held off the Saskatchewan Roughriders for a crucial 31-24 victory on Friday.
On Friday, Nathan Rourke led the B.C. Lions to a crucial 31-24 victory over the Saskatchewan Roughriders, moving the Canadian team into second place in the CFL's West Division. Rourke completed 22 of his 28 passes for 375 yards, throwing four touchdowns. Keon Hatcher Sr. contributed two touchdown passes, while Jevon Cottoy and Jermaine Jackson also scored.
The Riders, who returned several key players, including running back A.J. Ouellette, managed to take an early 7-3 lead. However, the Lions surged back, taking a 17-13 lead at halftime. Rourke's long pass to Justin McInnis and another to Jermaine Jackson extended the Lions' lead to 24-13 by the third quarter. With just over two minutes left in the game, Saskatchewan's Ouellette scored to give the Riders hope.
Nevertheless, Tommy Stevens' two-point conversion attempt fell short, leaving the final score at 31-24 in favor of the Lions. This win not only extended the Lions' winning streak but also solidified their position in the CFL standings.
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