Reilly leads Eskimos to OT victory over Lions

The Edmonton Eskimos won their third consecutive game Saturday night, downing the BC Lions 35-29 in overtime.

Quarterback Mike Reilly stole the show, going 31-of-41 with 397 yards and two touchdowns - including a 10-yard connection with slotback Cory Watson to give the Eskimos the lead in overtime.

While Watson hauled in the winning score, Edmonton's Adarius Bowman was Reilly's top target, nabbing nine receptions for 136 yards and a touchdown.

The Lions, who were officially eliminated from playoff contention Friday, fell to 6-10 on the season. They're now guaranteed to finish last in the West Division. BC will travel to Winnipeg next for a Week 19 matchup with the Blue Bombers.

Edmonton still has a chance to catch second-place Winnipeg in the West standings, but the club needs to win its Oct. 28 meeting with the league-leading Calgary Stampeders in order to do so.