The Saskatchewan Roughriders extended their winning streak with a 27-22 victory over the winless Ottawa Redblacks, showcasing their defensive resilience.

Despite the Redblacks' efforts to mount a late-game rally, they fell short on third-and-one at the Roughriders' 15-yard line, sealing their fourth consecutive loss.Ottawa's defense limited Saskatchewan quarterback Trevor Harris to 243 passing yards and two touchdowns, while recording one interception.Ottawa quarterback Jake Maier completed 23-of-30 passes for 259 yards and a touchdown.

The game's pivotal moment came in the fourth quarter when the Redblacks narrowed the gap to 27-22 after a one-yard touchdown by Bryson Barnes, but failed to convert the two-point conversion.The Roughriders' defense, led by key plays like a 101-yard punt return by Mathew Sexton, stifled Ottawa's late-game momentum.

The Redblacks' best chance came in the first quarter when they led 10-0, but the Roughriders quickly responded with a 13-yard touchdown pass from Harris to Dhel Duncan-Busby.The game featured several turnovers, including a blocked punt recovered by Ottawa, which led to a 32-yard field goal.

The Redblacks' inability to capitalize on key opportunities highlighted their struggles this season, while the Roughriders' disciplined defense secured the win.