Nissan Titan Power Rankings: Riders on the rise

CFL.ca Staff

TORONTO — 20 seconds was all Bo Levi Mitchell needed to orchestrate the game-winning drive that extended his team’s winning streak to 10.

The drive set up Rene Paredes to boot a 52-yard field goal with just four seconds on the clock, propelling the Stamps to a 36-34 victory over the Blue Bombers and keeping them on top of the Nissan Titan Power Rankings.

The Bombers moved into second place despite snapping their winning streak but will they continue their rise to push Calgary out of the top spot? Meanwhile, the REDBLACKS, Eskimos and Riders all moved up after their Week 14 performances.

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This Week: 1 | Last Week: 1

It’s been quite a while since the Stampeders have lost a football game – since Week 1 to be exact. Their winning streak turned to double digits by the foot of Rene Paredes, who kicked the game winning 52-yard field goal with four seconds left on the clock. With their 11-1-1 record, they now head to Hamilton to take on the Tiger-Cats in Week 15.

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This Week: 2 | Last Week: 3

Despite having their seven-game winning streak snapped, the Bombers moved up in the Power Rankings and for good reason. Their furious comeback in the second half against the league’s hottest team – after being down 24-7 at the half – silenced any critics saying the club won’t be a contender come November. The Bombers are now tied in points with the second place Lions as they host the Eskimos this week.

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This Week: 3 | Last Week: 2

Despite being handed their fourth loss of the season, the Manny Show still arrived in Edmonton, as Emmanuel Arceneaux collected 164 yards on seven catches and reeled in two touchdowns. But the show wasn’t enough for the Lions to grab a win. BC heads home in Week 15, where they hold a 3-2 record, to host the Ottawa REDBLACKS.

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This Week: 4 | Last Week: 5

Ottawa took back first place in the East with their win over Toronto last week. Brad Sinopoli caught nine passes from Trevor Harris for 116 yards and Jamill Smith returned a missed field goal for a 109-yard touchdown. With Toronto and Hamilton right on their heels in the East, they’ll need every win they can get.

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This Week: 5 | Last Week: 7

Edmonton snapped their three-game losing streak last week and moved into the crossover playoff spot in the East Division. The team that is normally known for their aerial attack looked to their ground game on their way to victory with Shakir Bell collecting 108 yards on 23 carries and a touchdown. The Esks will visit the third-place Bombers this week, trying to catch them in the West.

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This Week: 6 | Last Week: 4

The Tiger-Cats were without the majority of their starting lineup last week including receivers Chad Owens, Luke Tasker, Terence Toliver, Matt Coates, running back CJ Gable (as well as his replacement last week Ross Scheuerman) and safety Courtney Stephen. Yes, the injury list was long, but the replacements were admirable, and Zach Collaros relied heavily on Andy Fantuz through the air. The ‘Cats will have their claws full when they host the red-hot Stampeders this week.

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This Week: 7 | Last Week: 6

It’s Willy time. Argos fans were treated to their first taste of Drew Willy in the Double Blue last week, when he replaced Dan LeFevour under centre after half time. The former Blue Bomber completed 16-0f-24 of his passes for 153 yards and one interception. Toronto will likely look to Willy for the rest of the season as they fight for playoff position.

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This Week: 8 | Last Week: 9

Led by backup quarterback Mitchell Gale – filling in for Darian Durant who left the game with an apparent injury – the Riders won their second game in a row last week against Hamilton. Gale led the club down the field setting up Tyler Crapigna to boot a 29-yard field goal with no time left on the clock for the win. Heading into their Week 15 bye, the Riders have strung together consecutive wins for the first time since 2014.

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This Week: 9 | Last Week: 8

Following their Week 14 bye, the Alouettes have fallen to the bottom of the Power Rankings. Having yet to play a game with their new bench boss, Jacques Chapdelaine, the Als still could turn things around this season. The East Division is wide-open, with just seven points separating first and fourth, meaning Montreal could very well get right back into the mix with a few wins.

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