Week 2 of the CFL season was packed with thrilling games, standout performances, and dramatic finishes. Here’s a quick recap of all the action, highlighting the key moments and statistics from each game. From the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ last-minute victory to the BC Lions’ solid performance at home, let’s dive into the highlights of the week.
Saskatchewan Roughriders 33, Hamilton Tiger-Cats 30
- Total Yards: SSK 400, HAM 410
- Passing Yards: SSK 367, HAM 380
- Rushing Yards: SSK 33, HAM 30
- Key Players:
- SSK: Trevor Harris (390 passing yards, 2 TDs), Kian Schaffer-Baker (109 receiving yards, 2 TDs)
- HAM: Bo Levi Mitchell (380 passing yards, 3 TDs, 1 INT), Kiondre Smith (119 receiving yards, 1 TD)
- Notable Moments: Roughriders mounted a fourth-quarter comeback, scoring 16 points to secure the win.
- Record: SSK 2-0, HAM 0-2
BC Lions 26, Calgary Stampeders 17
- Total Yards: CGY 379, BC 362
- Passing Yards: CGY 318, BC 277
- Rushing Yards: CGY 61, BC 85
- Key Players:
- CGY: Jake Maier (339 passing yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT), Dedrick Mills (99 receiving yards)
- BC: Vernon Adams Jr. (277 passing yards, 2 TDs), Alexander Hollins (97 receiving yards, 1 TD)
- Notable Moments: BC Lions sealed the game with strong fourth-quarter performance, holding Calgary scoreless.
- Record: BC 1-1, CGY 1-1
Montreal Alouettes 23, Edmonton Elks 20
- Total Yards: MTL 371, EDM 357
- Passing Yards: MTL 255, EDM 285
- Rushing Yards: MTL 116, EDM 72
- Key Players:
- MTL: Cody Fajardo (269 passing yards, 2 TDs), Walter Fletcher (82 rushing yards, 1 TD)
- EDM: McLeod Bethel-Thompson (300 passing yards, 2 INTs), Kurleigh Gittens Jr. (93 receiving yards)
- Notable Moments: Montreal’s defense forced 2 turnovers, proving crucial in the tight win.
- Record: MTL 2-0, EDM 0-2
Ottawa Redblacks 23, Winnipeg Blue Bombers 19
- Total Yards: OTT 346, WPG 311
- Passing Yards: OTT 217, WPG 269
- Rushing Yards: OTT 129, WPG 42
- Key Players:
- OTT: Dru Brown (238 passing yards, 1 TD), Ryquell Armstead (95 rushing yards)
- WPG: Zach Collaros (285 passing yards, 2 INTs), Dalton Schoen (43 receiving yards)
- Notable Moments: Ottawa’s balanced attack and strong rushing game helped control the clock and secure the win.
- Record: OTT 1-0, WPG 0-2
Summary of Team Standings after Week 2
Group A:
- Montreal Alouettes: 2-0
- Saskatchewan Roughriders: 2-0
- Ottawa Redblacks: 1-0
- Toronto Argonauts: 1-0
Group B:
- Calgary Stampeders: 1-1
- BC Lions: 1-1
Group C:
- Hamilton Tiger-Cats: 0-2
- Edmonton Elks: 0-2
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers: 0-2
Stay tuned to The CFL Football Show with Ron Raymond for more in-depth analysis and coverage throughout the season.