Two undefeated teams, early as the season is, take to the field in Regina today as the British Columbia Lions seek to keep their roll going taking on the rejuvenated Saskatchewan Roughriders.
The Riders, who entered the season with more than a few questions to answer for their fans, have had a rather successful couple of weeks to open the season, a resounding thumping of the Tiger Cats on the road and a less than thumping victory over the Eskimos last week, still when November comes about the only thing people will remember is the four points in their favour in the standings.
The Lions may provide a better measuring stick for the Riders heading into week three, the Eskimos clearly had a bad week last weekend, taking their frustrations out on the Bombers last night. A signal to their neighbours in the east that perhaps it's best not to plan victory parades just yet.
Saskatchewan for its part will wish to show the home side that the offence they watched on television in week one will be making an appearance at Mosaic this year. The task however may be a tough one going up against the always punishing BC Lions defence which has had a rather impressive debut to the 2012 season.
Add into the mix the potentially explosive Lions offence and the defending Grey Cup chance could be considered the favourite to exit Mosaic still holding that undefeated status.
The Lions have a vast number of resources for putting points on the board, a strong running game, sure handed and fleet receivers and steady leadership with Travis Lulay at the helm of the offensive unit, they all combine to make a sturdy test for the Riders defensive corps today.
Game Time 1 PM ST ( 3 PM ET, Noon PT ) Mosaic Field TSN
British Columbia 20 at Saskatchewan 23 (32,080)
Pre Game
CFL Video Preview
Globe and Mail-- New Roughriders defence faces tough test against defending champion...
National Post-- Corey Chamblin has Roughriders heading in the right direction
Regina Leader Post-- Simon says Rider fans are No. 1
Vancouver Province-- Crowd noise falling on deaf ears with Lions
Vancouver Sun-- Lions' Khalif Mitchell vs. Riders' Kory Sheets...
Team Backgrounders
Saskatchewan Roughriders
British Columbia Lions
Post Game
CFL.ca-- Game Recap
CFL.ca-- Video Highlights
Globe and Mail-- Riders edge Lions to remain unbeaten
National Post-- Roughriders continue strong start with win over Lions
Regina Leader Post-- Riders down B. C. Lions to improve to 3-0 on the season
Vancouver Sun-- Johnson's bad break makes loss to Roughriders even more painful
Vancouver Province-- B. C. Lions done in by missed kicks, big returns in Regina
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