Argos Shock Ticats in Labour Day Thriller
Here’s a breakdown of the key events described in the provided text, focusing on scoring plays and significant moments:
Second Quarter:
The Ticats had a chance to take the lead after a sack by Julian Howsare forced a swift two-and-out by the Argos.
Tarvarus McFadden fumbled an interception in scoring position for the Ticats.
The Ticats ended the half trailing 15-13.
Third quarter:
TOUCHDOWN (Ticats): Mitchell found Lawler for a touchdown, capping a drive started by three catches from Smith for 73 yards. This gave Hamilton their first lead at 20-15 (with the convert).
Toronto responded with a 43-yard field goal by hajrullahu after a sack by Veresuk.
A dynamic punt return by Grant put the Argos in scoring position, but they failed to capitalize, and a 51-yard field goal attempt by Hajrullahu hit the upright.
Fourth Quarter:
TOUCHDOWN (Ticats): Mitchell connected with Lawler again, along with catches from Greg Bell and Shemar Bridges, for a touchdown. Liegghio made the convert, extending the lead to 27-18.
TOUCHDOWN (Argos): Arbuckle led a drive, completing a three-yard pass to Polk for a touchdown. Hajrullahu’s convert reduced the deficit to 27-25.
The Ticats forced a quick two-and-out.
Key Players Mentioned:
Mitchell (Ticats QB): Key in both Ticats touchdowns, showing improvisation and accuracy.
Lawler (Ticats WR): Scored both Ticats touchdowns.
Smith (Ticats WR): Had a strong start to the second half with multiple catches.
Julian Howsare (Ticats LB): Forced a key sack.
Tarvarus McFadden (Ticats DB): Fumbled an interception.
Arbuckle (argos QB): led a scoring drive in the fourth quarter.
Polk (Argos WR): Caught a touchdown pass.
Greg Bell (Ticats RB): Contributed to a touchdown drive.
Shemar Bridges (Ticats WR): Contributed to a touchdown drive. Hajrullahu (Argos K): Made field goals and converts.
Grant (Argos Returner): Had a dynamic punt return.
* Veresuk (Ticats LB): Had a key sack.