The B.C. Lions secured a 37-24 win over the Edmonton Elks, eliminating them from the CFL playoffs.
Nathan Rourke led the Lions 78 yards in eight plays with just 74 seconds left in the opening half, throwing three consecutive first-down passes.
Cornerback Robert Carter Jr. made a significant play, picking off a Cody Fajardo pass and returning it 50 yards for a touchdown in the third quarter.
Carter was so excited after giving the Lions a 17-10 lead that he threw the ball into the stands.
The Lions overcame a deficit by scoring 25 consecutive points, resulting in their win.
Author's summary: Lions win 37-24 against Elks.