Ottawa Redblacks stun B.C. Lions 34-33 with a late rally, as QB Dustin Crum leads a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback at TD Place Stadium.
A Stunning Finish in Ottawa
The Ottawa Redblacks staged one of the most dramatic comebacks of the CFL season Friday night, defeating the visiting B.C. Lions 34-33 at TD Place Stadium. Quarterback Dustin Crum delivered a 52-yard strike in the dying seconds before connecting with Eugene Lewis for the game-winning touchdown, lifting Ottawa from a 14-point fourth-quarter deficit.
How the Game Unfolded
B.C. controlled much of the contest, building leads of 20-10 and later 27-10 thanks to touchdowns from James Butler, Justin McInnis, and a 93-yard punt return by Seven McGee. Kicker Sean Whyte added four field goals, but a costly late miss from 46 yards gave Ottawa one final opportunity. The Redblacks capitalized, sealing their first lead of the night with just 17 seconds remaining.
Key Performances on Both Sides
Crum finished with 301 passing yards, one touchdown throw, and two rushing majors, anchoring the Redblacks’ fourth-quarter surge. William Stanback added a rushing score, while Lewis Ward contributed two field goals and two converts. For B.C., quarterback Nathan Rourke threw for 284 yards and one touchdown, with McInnis posting a game-high 148 receiving yards.
Why the Rally Mattered
The victory snapped Ottawa’s skid of games without a lead and improved their record to 4-8, keeping their playoff hopes alive. For B.C., the narrow loss dropped them to 5-7 and continued a troubling trend of turnovers and costly penalties — issues that have plagued the Lions all season. The missed late field goal and a series of discipline errors proved decisive.
The Atmosphere at TD Place
Blustery conditions hampered both offences early, with just 13-3 separating the sides at halftime. But as the wind died down in the final quarter, Ottawa’s offence came alive, electrifying the home crowd. The final two minutes featured a flurry of momentum swings, culminating in Crum’s deep connection to Kalil Pimpleton and the decisive touchdown pass to Lewis.
What Comes Next
The two teams won’t have to wait long for a rematch. The Lions and Redblacks are set to meet again on September 12 at BC Place in Vancouver. With playoff positioning tightening, both clubs will be eager to rebound — Ottawa aiming to carry momentum forward, and B.C. looking to correct late-game lapses that cost them a win.
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