cfl Game Recap
Roughriders Down Hamilton 28-23 - Match Report
KeeSean Johnson was good for 124 receiving yards on Saturday as the Roughriders grabbed a 28-23 win over the Tiger-Cats at Tim Hortons Field.
Saskatchewan was a favorite by -2.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors. The game went UNDER the consensus closing total of 53.0.
AJ Ouellette rushed for 96 yards, while Ka'Deem Carey added 26 yards in the win. KeeSean Johnson and Dhel Duncan-Busby added 124 and 59 receiving yards respectively.
Greg Bell rushed for 46 yards for Hamilton, while Ante Litre added 5 yards. Bo Levi Mitchell threw for 336 yards for the Tiger-Cats, while receivers Kenny Lawler and Kiondre Smith had 162 and 46 yards respectively.
Saskatchewan outgained Hamilton 428-387 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 25-19 by the Roughriders.
Hamilton lost the time of possession battle 33:09-26:51, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Saskatchewan heads into a Week 3 battle against the Argonauts. Hamilton, meanwhile, will have their next action against Montreal.