Ticats snap losing skid, beat Redblacks 34-16

Hamilton's Tiger-Cats ended their five-game losing streak with a decisive 34-16 win over Ottawa's Redblacks on Friday night. The victory marked a significant turnaround for the team, while Ottawa's season record dropped to 0-15. Quarterback Kenny Lawler was instrumental in the win, catching six passes for 132 yards and scoring two touchdowns.

Quarterback Harrison Frost completed 28 of 35 passes for 342 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. Early in the second quarter, Daniel Adeboboye broke through for a 55-yard touchdown run, setting Ottawa up at the Hamilton nine-yard line, though the Redblacks failed to convert and settled for a 17-yard field goal to take a 13-3 lead.

Hamilton extended its lead moments later with a one-yard touchdown run from Jake Dolegala. Ottawa responded with a 49-yard field goal, setting up a half-time score of 13-10 in their favor. The Redblacks managed to get back on the board in the third quarter with a 41-yard touchdown run from Kalil Pimpleton, giving them a 17-point cushion.

However, Hamilton took control late in the third quarter, with Frost connecting with Lawler for a five-yard touchdown pass, stretching the lead to 27-16. The win marked Lawler's 400th career reception, with two more touchdowns coming in the fourth quarter to secure the victory. Ottawa managed a 38-yard field goal and a 49-yard field goal, while Hamilton responded with one from 38 yards.

In the final moments of the game, Frost threw to Kahzir Brown, who intercepted the pass, allowing Alonzo Addae to return it for another interception.