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Castillo Kicks Winnipeg to West Division Title with Win Over Montreal
Dec 12, 2021; Hamilton, Ontario, CAN; Winnipeg Blue Bombers kicker Sergio Castillo (14) reacts after kicking a field goal against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats during the 108th Grey Cup football game at Tim Hortons Field. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
The game didn't feature the best weather, but Mother Nature helped out at the right time as Sergio Castillo hit the game-winning 51-yard field goal as time expired to give the Winnipeg Blue Bombers a 28-27 win over the Montreal Alouettes and clinch the West Division title on Saturday afternoon. While Bombers running back Brady Oliveira was held in check with 35 yards, quarterback Zach Collaros came through with 331 passing yards and one touchdown. Old reliables showed up at receiver with Kenny Lawler, Nic Demski and Ontaria Wilson combining for 16 receptions for 278 yards and a Demski touchdown catch. Winnipeg dominated in the red zone, scoring touchdowns on all three trips. Starters and backups split time for Montreal as Cody Fajardo looked good, going 16-of-20 for 171 yards and one touchdown. His backup Davis Alexander was also solid, completing seven of nine passes for 100 yards. Linebacker Tyrice Beverette closed out his solid season with five tackles and a sack in the loss. The Bombers closed the season

This article first appeared on CFL on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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