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Calgary Blocked Punt Grey Cup

2016 • CFL • Special Teams Mistake • Blocked Punt
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THE STORY

In the 2016 Grey Cup on November 27, 2016, the Calgary Stampeders faced the Ottawa Redblacks. In the fourth quarter, with Calgary leading 26-21, a punt was blocked by Ottawa's Antoine Pruneau, leading to a touchdown that gave Ottawa a 27-26 lead. Calgary's subsequent drive ended with an interception, and Ottawa secured a 39-33 victory in overtime, clinching their first Grey Cup title.

TEAMS / PEOPLE: Calgary Stampeders

WHY IT MATTERS

The blocked punt was a pivotal moment that shifted the game's momentum, contributing to Ottawa's first Grey Cup win and Calgary's missed opportunity to secure a championship.

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