Stampeders looking to keep winning streak alive in rematch with Lions
CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders squandered an opportunity to put the B.C. Lions away early the last time the two teams met.
The Stamps (9-1-1) settled for three field goals and ultimately eked out a 21-17 win over the Lions (6-5) on Aug. 18 at B.C. Place Stadium.
“Even though we were ahead 9-0, we felt like we weren’t playing well and then they just roared back and took the lead,” said Calgary coach Dave Dickenson, whose team will host the Lions in a rematch at McMahon Stadium on Saturday. “It was a back-and-forth deal, so when you get opportunities, you can’t settle on field goals.
“When we get our opportunities, though, we need touchdowns.”