BC Lions Beat the Stampeders 38-24 as They Clinch a Playoff Spot

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The BC Lions clinched a playoff spot in yesterdays 38-24 win over the Calgary Stampeders. What were the main focal points in the game and who were the top performers? Lets get into it!

Game Recap

Quarterback Nathan Rourke came to play in this one as he threw 414 yards, four touchdowns and 2 interceptions. He has continued to be a standout player for this Lions team this season and seems to be improving every time he steps onto the field. The Lions had a dominating lead going into the fourth quarter leading 31-9. Even though they slightly lost control over the lead as the Stampeders brought it back to 31-24, Robert Carter Jr closed out the show as he intercepted two Calgary passes which lead to Zander Horvath running in a 33 yard touchdown with less than a minute to play and end the game 38-24 in favour of the BC Lions.

Key Takeaways

Nathan Rourke continued his phenomenal passing consistency as has continually been able to spread the field with Keon Hatcher and other receivers making big plays down the stretch of the game. Carter being a huge defensive juggernaut in this game practically saved the Lions from the Stampeders being able to complete the comeback as he successfully intercepted 2 passes to close out the show under pressure and be the hero for the Lions.

What To Watch Next

Due to this win, the Lions have now successfully secured a spot in the playoffs four years running. This game showed that when the Lions are firing on all cylinders and especially when Nathan Rourke is on his A game, they can beat any team in the CFL. Going into the post season it is very important that the Lions learn to close out their big leads seamlessly without letting teams back into the games due to silly mistakes. With their next game being against the Western conference leading Saskatchewan Roughriders. it will be an amazing test for this group going into the post season to see if they are truly able to compete and defeat the very best of the best in the CFL.

How do you think the BC Lions will perform come the post season in November?