The Saskatchewan Roughriders are set to host the 114th Grey Cup in 2027, while on the field, the BC Lions defeated the Roughriders 27-21 in their final regular-season game [3, 6]. The Canadian Football League (CFL) officially awarded the championship game and the 2027 Grey Cup Festival to Saskatchewan [4].
Grey Cup Bound for Saskatchewan
The CFL, in partnership with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, made a "special announcement" revealing that the province will host the 114th Grey Cup game in 2027 [3]. The game is scheduled for November 7, 2027 [4]. The league cited "Rider Nation," the team's passionate fanbase, as a key factor in awarding the championship to Saskatchewan [4]. The Roughriders finished the season in first place in the West Division with a 12-6 record, earning a bye to the West Finals [8].
Lions Snatch Victory
In their final regular-season game, the BC Lions secured a 27-21 victory over the Saskatchewan Roughriders [6, 11]. The win ensured that the Lions would host the West Semi-Final [12]. Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke threw for over 5,000 passing yards on the season [5]. Rourke connected with Keon Hatcher Sr. for a seven-yard touchdown pass late in the game to seal the win [6]. During the game, Roughriders quarterback Chris Streveler sustained a knee injury early in the game [1]. Terry Wilson replaced Streveler at quarterback [1].
TL;DR
- The Saskatchewan Roughriders will host the 114th Grey Cup on November 7, 2027 [4].
- The BC Lions defeated the Saskatchewan Roughriders 27-21 in the final regular-season game [6, 11].
- Roughriders quarterback Chris Streveler suffered a knee injury in the game against the Lions [1].
- The Roughriders finished the season in first place in the West Division and earned a bye to the West Finals [8].