Game Summary
Ottawa unexpectedly built up a lead of 20 to 1 at halftime on touchdowns by Jim Reid and Sam Platt and two Gerry Organ field goals.
The most controversial play in this closely fought game came in the last 4 minutes. Ottawa tight end Tony Gabriel, playing with torn knee ligaments, caught a vital 20 yard pass while Eskimo defender Gary Hayes literally hung off his back. But, completely unexpectedly, the referee called pass interference penalties on both players, wiping out the gain. Gabriel was stunned and argued his case on field. Ottawa soon lost possession of the ball and lost the game. Gabriel, his knee finally disabling him and denied this last moment of greatness, would not play again.
Dave Cutler kicked the game winning 27 yard field goal with seconds left on the clock.
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