BC Lions vs Saskatchewan Roughriders

In a dominant Week 4 clash on June 28, 2025, at Mosaic Stadium, the Saskatchewan Roughriders extended their perfect start to the CFL season, overpowering the BC Lions with a 37–18 victory. The game was defined by a relentless Roughriders defense and a punishing ground attack that left BC searching for answers.

A key turning point came just before halftime when Tevaughn Campbell intercepted BC quarterback Jeremiah Masoli and returned it 89 yards for a pick-six, giving Saskatchewan a 16–7 lead at the break. From there, the Riders never looked back. Running back A.J. Ouellette led the offensive charge with 139 rushing yards on 23 carries, including a 9-yard touchdown run in the third quarter that widened the gap.

Quarterback play was a tale of two sides. Saskatchewan’s Jake Maier, stepping in with both teams missing their usual starters, delivered a steady performance, completing 13 of 23 passes for 170 yards and a touchdown. On the other side, Masoli struggled under defensive pressure, throwing three costly interceptions—two of which came in the fourth quarter, sealed by Rolan Milligan and Antoine Brooks.

BC’s bright spot came late in the game as James Butler broke free for 115 rushing yards and a short-yardage touchdown, but by then the result was beyond reach. The Lions, now 1–3, were undone by turnovers and a lack of rhythm on offense.

For Saskatchewan, now a commanding 4–0, the win reinforced their identity as a defense-first, run-heavy team that thrives on creating turnovers and capitalizing on opponent mistakes. Fan reactions reflected the mood on both sides—BC supporters frustrated with missed opportunities and quarterback miscues, while Roughrider fans celebrated Campbell’s game-changing pick-six and the overall defensive dominance.

Looking ahead, the Lions will try to rebound on July 5 with a road trip to face the Montreal Alouettes, while Saskatchewan will aim to keep their unbeaten streak alive when they host the Calgary Stampeders on July 11.