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DeMarco, BC Lions Hammer Winnipeg, Clinch CFL Playoff Spot

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DeMarco, BC Lions Hammer Winnipeg, Clinch CFL Playoff SpotDeMarco, BC Lions Hammer Winnipeg, Clinch CFL Playoff Spot

WINNIPEG - Former Old Dominion University quarterback Thomas DeMarco started his second-straight game for the BC Lions and helped the Lions defeat Winnipeg, 53-17 Friday night in Winnipeg.

The Lions scored three defensive touchdowns to help lead the way, but DeMarco was on point as well, completing 15-of-21 passes for 170 yards and a toucdown.  He also rushed for six yards and a score.

BC is now 9-4 on the year and have clinched a playoff spot in the CFL.  They return home next Friday as they take on Saskatchewan at 10 p.m.