cfl Game Recap
Lions Down Saskatchewan 27-21 - Match Report
Nathan Rourke passed for 3 TDs and 368 yards in leading the Lions past Saskatchewan on Saturday at Mosaic Stadium.
British Columbia did not, however, defeat the Roughriders against the spread, which closed at -7.0 at most sportsbooks. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go UNDER the closing number of 51.5.
Nathan Rourke completed 23 of 28 pass attempts for 368 yards and 3 TDs for the Lions in the win.
AJ Ouellette rushed for 43 yards for Saskatchewan, while Thomas Bertrand-Hudon added 36 yards. Jake Maier threw for 154 yards for the Roughriders, while receivers Tommy Nield and Kian Schaffer-Baker had 75 and 69 yards respectively.
Saskatchewan was outgained by British Columbia 406-391 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 25-17 by the Roughriders.
British Columbia lost the time of possession battle 36:58-23:02, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.