THE MOJ: B.C. Lions need win over Ticats to avoid falling into 0-2 hole
The Lions need a road win after Trevor Harris passed for 417 yards in Regina and injuries hit their receiving corps.
- After falling 31-27 to the Riders in Regina last weekend, the Lions travel to Hamilton on Friday to face the Tiger-Cats , seeking to avoid an 0-2 start in the Western Division.
- Defensive coordinator Mike Benevides faced scrutiny after Saskatchewan quarterback Trevor Harris threw for 417 yards against the Lions, though Coach Pierce noted defensive improvements were necessary.
- Seven McGee is out for the season with a foot injury, while Stanley Berryhill is questionable with a hamstring injury; the club re-signed Jermaine Jackson and added rookie Nick Cenacle.
- Tiger-Cats quarterback Nathan Rourke warned his team must bring their best game after rebounding with a 37-27 victory in Winnipeg last Thursday, adding they need to "finish drives with touchdowns."
- Quarterback Levi Mitchell leads the CFL with an 84.1 completion percentage and has thrown for 594 yards in two games, presenting a significant defensive challenge for the Lions.
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THE MOJ: B.C. Lions need win over Ticats to avoid falling into 0-2 hole - Creston Valley Advance
A good start. It was a point of emphasis by B.C. Lions general manager Ryan Rigmaiden and head coach Buck Pierce during training camp in Kamloops. The Lions were 2-5 after two months of play last season but rallied to finish at 11-7 and second in the Western Division. That start cost the Lions first place – and home field advantage against Saskatchewan in the playoffs. It proved to be critical as the Riders won the Western Final 24-21 at Mosaic …
THE MOJ: B.C. Lions need win over Ticats to avoid falling into 0-2 hole - Fort St. James Caledonia Courier
A good start. It was a point of emphasis by B.C. Lions general manager Ryan Rigmaiden and head coach Buck Pierce during training camp in Kamloops. The Lions were 2-5 after two months of play last season but rallied to finish at 11-7 and second in the Western Division. That start cost the Lions first place – and home field advantage against Saskatchewan in the playoffs. It proved to be critical as the Riders won the Western Final 24-21 at Mosaic …
THE MOJ: B.C. Lions need win over Ticats to avoid falling into 0-2 hole - Vanderhoof Omineca Express
A good start. It was a point of emphasis by B.C. Lions general manager Ryan Rigmaiden and head coach Buck Pierce during training camp in Kamloops. The Lions were 2-5 after two months of play last season but rallied to finish at 11-7 and second in the Western Division. That start cost the Lions first place – and home field advantage against Saskatchewan in the playoffs. It proved to be critical as the Riders won the Western Final 24-21 at Mosaic …
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THE MOJ: B.C. Lions need win over Ticats to avoid falling into 0-2 hole
A good start. It was a point of emphasis by B.C. Lions general manager Ryan Rigmaiden and head coach Buck Pierce during training camp in Kamloops. The Lions were 2-5 after two months of play last season but rallied to finish at 11-7 and second in the Western Division. That start cost the Lions first place – and home field advantage against Saskatchewan in the playoffs. It proved to be critical as the Riders won the Western Final 24-21 at Mosaic …
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