3 Key Stats that Defined Ottawa’s Shocking Week 21 Win Over Hamilton.
In Week 11, the Ottawa Redblacks pulled off an unexpected victory over the Hamilton Tiger-Cats, with a few crucial stats proving decisive in this thrilling upset.
1. Five Turnovers Forced
Ottawa’s defense was a turnover machine, capitalizing on every opportunity to disrupt Hamilton’s offense. The Redblacks forced five turnovers, including three interceptions and two fumbles, which shifted momentum and kept Hamilton from finding a rhythm. Each turnover led to scoring opportunities, giving Ottawa’s offense a shorter field to work with and allowing them to maximize their possessions.
2. Over 200 Rushing Yards
The Redblacks controlled the game on the ground, rushing for more than 200 yards. De’Montre Tuggle led the way, breaking through Hamilton’s defensive line with multiple explosive runs that kept drives alive and ate up the clock. This heavy ground attack took a toll on Hamilton’s defense, wearing them down and forcing them to stay on the field, which drained energy and created opportunities for Ottawa to capitalize in the second half.
3. Perfect Red Zone Efficiency (4-for-4)
When Ottawa reached the red zone, they were unstoppable, converting all four of their opportunities into touchdowns. This efficiency was crucial, as each red zone trip ended with six points rather than field goals. The ability to finish drives with touchdowns instead of settling for three points gave Ottawa a scoring edge and demonstrated improved offensive precision under pressure.
These three stats underline Ottawa’s resilient defensive approach, strong run game, and flawless red zone execution. Together, they helped the Redblacks to secure a much-needed, surprising victory over a favored Hamilton team, showing Ottawa’s ability to rise to the occasion in clutch situations.
