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In the aftermath of the B.C. Lions’ crushing loss Thursday, one thing is clear:

If the Lions played with the same emotion and intensity they demonstrated in the locker room afterwards, most of their problems would be solved.

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“That’s one of the most embarrassing games I’ve ever been a part of,” said quarterback Mike Reilly after a 33-6 beatdown by the Edmonton Eskimos.

“All 12 guys on the field were getting manhandled on offence, defence and special teams. It can’t get worse than that. It has to get better. It’s up to us to make the changes to get better.”

Just so you know, Reilly wasn’t exactly a voice in the wilderness.

“I think a lot of guys have to look at themselves in the mirror, myself included,” said offensive tackle Joel Figueroa. “This is not easy. We’ve got to find out what guys have and what they want to be.

“Are you trying to win some games or are you just wearing the jersey? Does this mean something to you? Are you fighting for it? We’ve got to dig deep and find out what guys want to do.”