CFL Week 8 and 9 power rankings
1. Calgary Stampeders (7-1-0; LW: 1; Defeated British Columbia 48-35 in Week 9; W5)
The Stampeders took advantage of Saskatchewan’s struggles and widened their lead in the West Division. The Lions put up some resistance – largely thanks to three interceptions by Henry Burris – but Burris responded by throwing two touchdowns and doing enough to put B.C. away. The Stampeders are sitting pretty right now.
2. Montreal Alouettes (6-2-0; LW:3; Defeated Winnipeg 39-17; W1)
Montreal had an impressive victory over the Bombers. What made it impressive is that they were without Anthony Calvillo for the second half. The problem is: if Calvillo is out for a long period of time, will Montreal be able to maintain its strong play.
3. Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-3-0; LW: 2; Lost to Edmonton 17-14; L1)
Was their loss to Edmonton a fluke? The Riders had better hope so. If they can’t beat a 1-6-0 team, they are going to have trouble catching Calgary for first in the West. Maybe a Labour Day matchup against Winnipeg is just what they need to get their groove back.
4. Hamilton Tiger-Cats (4-4-0; LW: 5; Defeated Toronto 16-12; W3)
It wasn’t pretty, but the Tiger-Cats victory in Toronto was crucial. They finally proved they could beat a team either than Winnipeg and pulled much closer to Toronto in the East Division. A win over the Argonauts this week is crucial for them.
5. Toronto Argonauts (5-3-0; LW: 4; Lost to Hamilton 16-12; L1)
After beating Montreal, Toronto surprised some people by losing to Hamilton. They failed to take a big lead over Hamilton in the East. Now, they have the tough task of traveling to Hamilton. Their offence will have to be much better in that game.
6. Edmonton Eskimos (2-6-0; LW: 7; Defeated Saskatchewan 17-14; W1)
The Eskimos pulled off the ugly upset over Saskatchewan last week. Their offence was nothing to write home about but their defence finally stood out. The question still remains: who will get the start at quarterback?
7. Winnipeg Blue Bombers (2-6-0; LW: 6; Lost to Montreal 39-17; L4)
When you fail to beat a Montreal squad that lost Calvillo for the entire second half, there is something wrong. Winnipeg has kind of been like Edmonton. They will play a close game after close game but always come out on the losing end. If it doesn’t change soon, they can forget crossing over.
8. British Columbia Lions (1-7-0; LW: 8; Lost to Calgary 48-35; L7)
Wow, this team is just awful. That’s really all there is to say.
Biggest rise: Montreal, Hamilton and Edmonton +1
Biggest drop: Saskatchewan, Toronto and Winnipeg -1
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