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Redblacks Upset Stampeders 31-11 to End Four-Game Losing Streak

The victory was fueled by a suffocating defence that exploited Calgary’s depleted lineup.

Deandre Lamont (middle) of the Ottawa Redblacks celebrates after intercepting a pass by the Calgary Stampeders in the first half of a Canadian Football League game at Ottawa on Thursday, July 31, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
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Calgary Stampeders quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. (3) throws against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers during second-half CFL action in Winnipeg Friday, July 18, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods
Calgary Stampeders quarterback P.J. Walker (2) gets sacked by Ottawa Redblacks defensive lineman Blessman Ta'ala (55) during second half CFL football action in Ottawa on Thursday, July 31, 2025.

Overview

  • Dru Brown returned to starter duties and threw for 275 yards and two touchdowns to lead Ottawa’s offence.
  • Ottawa’s defence forced multiple turnovers, including a 61-yard pick-six, and held Calgary to 11 points.
  • In his first CFL start, P. J. Walker went 30-of-57 for 273 yards with one touchdown but threw three interceptions.
  • Calgary started P. J. Walker in place of Vernon Adams Jr., who is on the one-game injured list with a head injury, and also missed top receivers Damien Alford and Jalen Philpot.
  • Ottawa improved to 2-6 with its first home win while Calgary dropped to 5-3 and must manage key roster absences.