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Backup QB Brice Takes Helm for Lions vs. Argos
25 Jul
Summary
- Chase Brice makes first CFL start for BC Lions on Saturday.
- Nathan Rourke injured his shoulder and will miss multiple weeks.
- Toronto Argonauts signing veteran defensive end Shawn Lemon.
Chase Brice is set to make his first career Canadian Football League start for the BC Lions when they face the Toronto Argonauts on Saturday night in Vancouver. This comes after reigning CFL Most Outstanding Player Nathan Rourke suffered a left shoulder injury last week, which will sideline him for multiple weeks but will not require surgery.
Brice took over for Rourke in the previous game, completing 20 of 34 passes for 226 yards and one touchdown, but also throwing four interceptions. In his fourth season with the Lions, Brice understands the importance of reducing mistakes. "I'm very comfortable with this offense to let our big players make plays," he stated.
The Toronto Argonauts, who have lost three consecutive games, are facing defensive struggles. They rank eighth in passing yards allowed and seventh in scoring defense. To address this, Toronto has signed veteran defensive end Shawn Lemon, who has a notable CFL sack record.
Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly leads the league in passing yards and touchdowns but also has a league-worst nine interceptions. Toronto's recent 24-23 loss to Hamilton was particularly frustrating after a missed field goal as time expired.
