Rouge et Or product Mathieu Betts had a sensational game in his team’s win in Ottawa. The Lions were unstoppable defensively, thanks to a legendary performance by the natural quarterback hunter.
Dustin Crum, the Rouge et Noir’s quarterback, had a nightmarish evening against Mathieu Betts, a true force on the defensive line. The Québécois reached his opponent four times, setting a personal best in a regular-season game with four quarterback sacks.
This dominance contributed directly to the Lions’ 38-27 triumph, cementing their status as serious contenders in the CFL.
Mathieu Betts literally took control of the game, to the point of turning the momentum in his team’s favor.
Beyond the collective victory, this performance marked a turning point for Betts on an individual level. With eight sacks from the quarter since the start of the campaign, he has doubled his production and moved into a tie with Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund of the Montreal Alouettes at the top of the pass-hunting rankings.
This long-distance duel between two Canadiens already has football fans salivating, who see it as an encouraging sign of the depth of local talent.
Betts, a natural leader and a constant threat
Mathieu Betts’ consistency demonstrates not only his effectiveness, but also his leadership role in the Lions’ defensive unit. His ability to break through the opposition’s protection and dictate the pace of a confrontation testifies to a mature athlete at the peak of his powers.
With several games still to go, his presence poses a serious threat to every quarterback in the league.
The Lions, buoyed by this victory and the explosion of their defensive star, are sending out a clear message: they are counting on a formidable defense to support their conquest ambitions this season.
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