Brady Oliveira Rushes Winnipeg Past Ottawa as Redblacks Set Unwanted Modern Record
To propel the Winnipeg Blue Bombers toward a 33-21 triumph over the winless Ottawa Redblacks at Princess Auto Stadium, Brady Oliveira contributed 70 rushing yards, a touchdown, and an additional 80 receiving yards. The win improves Winnipeg’s record to 5-4 and halts a two-home-game skid, while dropping Ottawa to 0-9 on the season.
Climbing the All-Time Rushing Ranks
Oliveira’s performance vaulted him past fellow Canadian Jon Cornish on the CFL’s all-time rushing leaders list. Now sitting at 6,212 career rushing yards, Oliveira advanced from 24th to 21st in the all-time list. He stands just 22 yards shy of Willie Burden at 20th. Over his previous two games, Oliveira had 235 rushing yards on 33 carries.
Redblacks Extend Historical Losing Skid
With the 33-21 defeat, the Ottawa Redblacks stretched their lengthy losing skid dating back to last season to 15 games. According to Sportsnet Stats, that mark eclipses the modern record (after 1958) of 14 losses by the 1994 Shreveport Pirates. Longer skids in Canadian football history belong exclusively to the 1948-49 Hamilton Wildcats, with 16 consecutive losses, alongside the 1928-32 Ottawa Senators and Rough Riders, who dropped 25 straight. No club in the history of the CFL has ever reached the postseason after starting the campaign with six defeats, let alone nine.
Collaros Returns and Offense Finds Footing
Winnipeg quarterback Zach Collaros returned after missing four games with a neck injury, going 21-for-31 passing for 222 yards. Collaros was on the receiving end of a clean, but blindside hit from Ottawa linebacker Lucas Cormier in the second quarter, leaving him in visible pain before walking off and later returning. Short-yardage quarterback Bryce Perkins chipped in with a pair of rushing touchdowns, and kicker Sergio Castillo added four field goals from 46, 56, 31, and 43 yards out to secure the 33-21 final.
Did you know?
The 2011 B.C. squad stands uniquely alone as the sole champion in league annals to capture the Grey Cup following an 0-5 start.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Brady Oliveira’s total yardage against Ottawa?
Brady Oliveira rushed for 70 yards and a touchdown, while adding another 80 through the air.
Where does Brady Oliveira rank on the CFL all-time rushing list?
Oliveira jumped from 24th to 21st in the all-time list with 6,212 career yards, surpassing fellow Canadian Jon Cornish.
What is the current record for consecutive losses by the Ottawa Redblacks?
According to Sportsnet Stats, Ottawa’s lengthy losing skid dating back to last season is now at 15 games, eclipsing the modern record (after 1958) of 14 losses by the 1994 Shreveport Pirates.
Who is Winnipeg’s next opponent?
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers visit the Edmonton Elks on Friday, Aug. 21.
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