cfl Game Recap
British Columbia Lions vs Calgary Stampeders Wrap - British Columbia Wins 31-29
James Butler ran through the Calgary defense for 2 TDs as British Columbia handed the Stampeders a 31-29 defeat on Saturday at McMahon Stadium.
British Columbia was the ATS victor, as they covered the +7.0-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 51.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
James Butler rushed for 83 yards, while Vernon Adams Jr. added 32 yards in the win. Bryan Burnham and Dominique Rhymes added 100 and 91 receiving yards respectively.
Ka'Deem Carey rushed for 61 yards for Calgary, while Jalen Philpot added 18 yards. Jake Maier threw for 301 yards for the Stampeders, while receivers Malik Henry and Reggie Begelton had 107 and 67 yards respectively.
British Columbia outgained Calgary 417-388 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 27-22 by the Lions.
The time of possession battle favored British Columbia as their offense was on the field for 35:28, longer than the 24:32 of their opponents.