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Calgary Stampeders beat Saskatchewan Roughriders 37-31
The Calgary Stampeders secured their third consecutive victory with a 37-31 win over the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Friday. Quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. led the offense, throwing for 242 yards and four touchdowns on 22-of-29 passing.
Calgary entered the fourth quarter with a 20-13 lead and extended it to 34-13 following touchdown receptions by Erik Brooks and Jalen Philpot. Although the Roughriders scored three late touchdowns, including an eight-yard reception by Johnny Johnson on the final play, they were unable to close the gap.
The win improves Calgary's record to 8-8, while Saskatchewan falls to 8-7 after three straight losses. By winning the season series, the Stampeders now hold a tiebreaker over the Roughriders in the competitive West Division playoff race.
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Calgary Stampeders · Canadian Football League · Saskatchewan Roughriders · Vernon Adams Jr.