THE STORY
In the 2017 CFL East Final on November 19, the Toronto Argonauts faced the Saskatchewan Roughriders at BMO Field in Toronto. In the fourth quarter, with the Argonauts leading 25-21, a fumble by running back James Wilder Jr. on a crucial third-and-15 play allowed the Roughriders to regain possession. Despite this turnover, the Argonauts' defense held strong, preventing a score and securing their victory. This win advanced the Argonauts to the 105th Grey Cup, where they ultimately triumphed over the Calgary Stampeders to claim the championship.
WHY IT MATTERS
This pivotal turnover in the East Final highlighted the resilience of the Argonauts' defense, which overcame the mistake to secure a spot in the Grey Cup. Their subsequent victory in the championship underscored the team's ability to recover from setbacks and perform under pressure.