Elks suffer first loss of CFL season, fall 36-24 to Lions
The Edmonton Elks' unbeaten start to the CFL season ended Saturday with a 36-24 loss to the B.C. Lions in Kelowna. Running back James Butler led B.C.'s ground attack in front of a sellout crowd at the Apple Bowl.
The Edmonton Elks' undefeated run in the CFL season came to an end on Saturday, as the team fell 36-24 to the B.C. Lions.
The Lions picked up their first win of the season, powered by a strong rushing performance from running back James Butler, who helped B.C. control the ground game throughout the contest.
The game was played in front of another sellout crowd at the Apple Bowl.
With the loss, Edmonton's record now includes its first defeat of the season, while B.C. notches its first victory.
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