Argonauts Struggle Against Division Leaders
The Toronto Argonauts faced a tough test last week, taking on the first-place Saskatchewan Roughriders in a key CFL matchup. The Roughriders came out on top, defeating the Argonauts 27-19 to clinch the West Division title.
The game saw a strong performance from Roughriders kicker Brett Lauther, who went a perfect 5-for-5 on field goal attempts. Roughriders head coach Corey Mace praised Lauther's efforts, saying his teammates "erupted in the locker room" after he received a game ball.
On the Argonauts side, quarterback Dejon Brissett had a solid game, throwing for 263 yards and a touchdown. However, the Argonauts struggled to contain the Roughriders' offense and were unable to mount a late comeback.
Argonauts Look to Bounce Back
With the loss, the Argonauts now find themselves in third place in the East Division, behind the Hamilton Tiger-Cats and Montreal Alouettes. The team will look to regroup and finish the season strong as they prepare for a potential postseason berth.
Upcoming for the Argonauts is a matchup against the Calgary Stampeders in Week 20. While the game holds little significance in the standings, several Argonauts players will be chasing personal milestones, including kicker Lirim Hajrullahu, who is close to setting franchise records.
TL;DR
- The Toronto Argonauts fell to the first-place Saskatchewan Roughriders 27-19 in a key CFL matchup.
- Roughriders kicker Brett Lauther had a perfect 5-for-5 performance, earning praise from his head coach.
- The Argonauts now sit in third place in the East Division and will look to bounce back in their final regular-season game against the Calgary Stampeders.
- Several Argonauts players will be chasing personal milestones in the season finale.