Jake ended up 30-39 for 307 yards and had one pass reception too. Calgary lost 18-16 on a Winnipeg FG with 38 seconds to go. Then Jake got his team down the field for a 52 yard FG attempt with 2 seconds to go but it was missed.
The announcers were falling all over themselves praising Jake. They said he takes control of his team and plays like he's been in the league for 8 years.
My, my, but Maier looks good
Upstart Stampeders QB completes his first 16 passes against Bombers -- a franchise record
"A rookie quarterback making his second career CFL start is not supposed to look so polished.
"On Sunday night, Calgary’s Jake Maier was that man."
"The 24-year-old from Fullerton, Calif., looked like a five-year veteran, making good on all 16 passes he threw in the first half against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to establish a franchise record for consecutive completions.
"His quick throws, self-assured presence and a spunky Stamps ground attack was instrumental in keeping Winnipeg’s normally fierce pass rush at bay for most of the game....