Roughriders need defence to come up big and stop strong Eskimos running game
REGINA — The Saskatchewan Roughriders’ defence will try to slow down Edmonton’s run game on Sunday when the Eskimos visit for the final regular-season game between the two West Division teams.
The Eskimos (5-6) had 114 rushing yards in their 39-36 win over Saskatchewan on July 8. John White ran for 96 yards and one TD while quarterback Mike Reilly added 18 yards.
Edmonton followed that up with a 33-25 victory on Aug. 26 in Regina, where Reilly and running back Shakir Bell combined for 183 rushing yards.
Whichever of Edmonton’s two agile backs start Sunday’s game, Roughriders (1-10) linebackers coach Phillip Lolley admitted they both pose a unique challenge.