Ottawa Redblacks vs Calgary Stampeders

Final Score: Ottawa 20 – Calgary 12
Location: McMahon Stadium, Calgary
Weather: Cold, rainy, and windy (under 10°C)

In challenging conditions defined by wind and rain, the Ottawa Redblacks earned a gritty 20–12 road victory over the Calgary Stampeders, notching their first win of the 2025 season and improving to 1–2. Calgary dropped to 2–1.

The game was defined by its defensive tone and tough ground play. Ottawa quarterback Dustin Crum, making his return to the starting lineup after 603 days, went 9-for-22 with 111 yards passing and no interceptions. He also added 64 rushing yards on 11 carries. The Redblacks leaned heavily on the run game, totaling over 200 rushing yards on 31 carries.

Running backs William Stanback and Daniel Adeboboye were key: Stanback ran 9 times for 82 yards (9.1 yards per carry), while Adeboboye posted 96 yards on 10 carries and added the game’s only touchdown — a 7-yard reception from Crum with just over five minutes left in the fourth quarter.

The Redblacks’ defense was relentless, forcing five turnovers — including a key interception by Charlie Ringland and a forced fumble by Adrian Frye. They limited Calgary to field goals and a safety, keeping them out of the end zone despite red-zone trips.

Calgary’s offense, led by backup QB Vernon Adams Jr., failed to capitalize on several opportunities. Kicker Rene Paredes hit three field goals, and punter Fraser Masin added a rouge. A first-quarter safety against Crum provided Calgary’s only other points.

Ottawa kicker Lewis Ward was perfect, hitting four field goals, while punter Richie Leone added a rouge.

The turning point came late in the game: With 5:02 remaining, Crum capped a disciplined drive with a short TD pass to Adeboboye, sealing the 20–12 lead. Calgary couldn’t respond, and the Redblacks’ defense closed out the win.

Key Stats:

* Dustin Crum (OTT): 9/22, 111 YDS; 11 CAR, 64 YDS
* Daniel Adeboboye (OTT): 10 CAR, 96 YDS; 1 REC, 7 YDS, 1 TD
* William Stanback (OTT): 9 CAR, 82 YDS
* Lewis Ward (OTT): 4/4 FGs
* Rene Paredes (CGY): 3/3 FGs
* Turnovers: Calgary 5, Ottawa 0
* Red Zone TDs: Ottawa 1/1, Calgary 0/3

What’s Next:

* Ottawa Redblacks host the Toronto Argonauts on June 29.
* Calgary Stampeders remain at home to face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on July 3.

Ottawa’s win was powered by ground dominance and timely defense, while Calgary will rue missed chances in a game where the first touchdown proved decisive.