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Most CFL observers would simply not believe that a team could win three games in a row when throwing for 177, 179 and 89 yards, but the Bombers are a different animal this season.

They consistently dare teams to try to stop their ground game and no one can.

On Friday, they added Streveler’s bullish running abilities to an attack that already included CFL leading rusher Andrew Harris and it allowed them to win, on the road, against one of the better teams in the league.

Make no mistake — were it not for a defence that forced three turnovers and clamped down on the Eskimos in the red zone — the Bombers would not have won.

But, as much as people love the sexy stats from a passing game, a strong running game, disruptive defence and solid special teams are just as important.

The Bombers have all those things and it has led them to an 8-2 record and first place in the West Division as the calendar turns to September.

“The defence made so many great plays, special teams kept us in great field position all night and (Medlock) made so many kicks,” Streveler said. “Offensively, I felt like we put some good drives together when it was crucial in the game.

“Total team win is how I would describe that.”

Is all this sustainable?

That remains to be seen.

The Bombers defence did still give up 489 yards on Friday night and, on offence, the receivers were non-factors. They are dead last in passing yards per game, averaging just north of 200.

Surely, the Bombers can’t continue to win with such a one-dimensional offence?