The upcoming match between the Montreal Alouettes and Ottawa REDBLACKS marks the conclusion of a home-and-home series. With the game set for Saturday afternoon, both teams are facing significant stakes. Montreal seeks to maintain momentum toward the East Division lead, while Ottawa looks to snap a four-game losing streak.
Game Overview
Kickoff is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. ET at TD Place Stadium. Fans in Canada can watch the game on TSN, RDS, and CTV, while viewers in the U.S. and internationally can access it on CFL+.
Montreal Alouettes’ Key Strategies
- Austin Mack’s Performance: Receiver Austin Mack has proven pivotal, amassing 87 yards and a touchdown in their previous matchup against Ottawa. He’s totaled 190 yards over two games this season.
- Strong Defensive Play: The Alouettes’ defense has allowed 20 points or fewer in their last three games. Key defensive players include Marc-Antoine Dequoy and Tyrice Beverette.
- Davis Alexander’s Winning Streak: Quarterback Davis Alexander is looking to extend his perfect six-game start this season. His performance against Ottawa has included 574 yards in their two meetings.
Ottawa REDBLACKS’ Game Plan
- Quarterback Changes: With Dustin Crum out due to a head injury, Tyrie Adams will take the helm. Adams has not played in a game since 2023 and has a career total of 412 yards.
- Running Game Focus: Running back William Stanback is a reliable option, having previously carried the ball 11 times for 87 yards. The Alouettes have struggled against the run, allowing an average of 101.1 yards per game.
- Utilizing Eugene Lewis: Receiver Eugene Lewis needs to be more involved in the offense. With only one catch for 10 yards in the last game, the team hopes to boost his performance as he approaches 1,000 receiving yards.
Additional Notes
Dru Brown is listed on the depth chart but is expected to serve as a backup due to a knee injury that has kept him out of practice this week. A victory for the Alouettes would tie them with Hamilton for first place in the division and allow them to sweep the season series against Ottawa.
