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Michael Reilly Earns CFL Top Performer of Week

August 17, 2021 - Canadian Football League (CFL)
B.C. Lions News Release


(Vancouver)- It was a night where the defence earned most of the headlines, but quarterback Michael Reilly was ultimately recognized for his performance in the gritty win at Calgary, earning a CFL Top Performer of the Week nod.

Despite being limited in practice throughout the week, Reilly went 26/33 for 342 yards, with 231 of those coming in the first half, while also scoring the game's lone touchdown in a 15-9 victory that evened the squad's record at 1-1.

In the process, Reilly moved past Darian Durant for 14th spot on the CFL's all-time passing yards list. He sits at 32,607 yards and counting.

Reilly and the Lions continue preparations for Thursday's home opener with the Edmonton Elks. Kickoff is 7:00 pm at BC Place.

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