The Calgary Stampeders fell to the B.C. Lions 30-26, marking Calgary's fifth loss by four points or less this season. Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke threw two touchdowns and rushed for one, while Calgary's quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. left the game with an injury in the fourth quarter. Stampeders' kicker Jude McAtamney had multiple field goals but missed a critical attempt late in the game. The match featured a key interception by T.J. Lee, clinching the victory for B.C. in a closely contested affair.

By the Numbers
  • Nathan Rourke completed 15 of 22 passes for 301 yards and two touchdowns.
  • Vernon Adams Jr. left the game with a head injury after completing 13 of 23 passes for 148 yards and one touchdown.
State of Play
  • The Stampeders have now lost five games this season by four points or less.
  • Calgary's next game is after a bye week, set for August 29 against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.
What's Next

The Stampeders will look to recover from their recent losses when they face the Tiger-Cats, hoping to regain momentum and address their late-game execution issues. The health of Adams will be critical as they prepare for this matchup.

Bottom Line

The Stampeders need to focus on closing out games more effectively and managing injuries to key players like Vernon Adams Jr. if they want to turn their season around, particularly heading into a pivotal match against Hamilton.