Alouettes Cruise Past Injury-Depleted Redblacks
The Ottawa Redblacks hosted the streaking Montreal Alouettes in Week 20 of the CFL season, but were unable to slow down the league's hottest team, falling 39-28 at home.
With several key players sidelined by injuries, the Redblacks were outmatched by an Alouettes squad that has now won five straight games. Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander overcame an elbow issue to throw for 328 yards and two touchdowns, extending his undefeated record as a starter to 11-0.
Tyrie Adams' Audition Falls Short
Redblacks head coach Bob Dyce turned to backup QB Tyrie Adams to lead the offense, with regular starter Dustin Crum out due to injury. Adams showed flashes, leading a pair of fourth-quarter touchdown drives to make the game interesting, but ultimately came up short against the Alouettes' stifling defense.
The loss dropped Ottawa's record to 4-13 on the season, officially eliminating them from playoff contention. Meanwhile, the Alouettes improved to 10-7 and solidified their hold on a postseason berth.
TL;DR
- Montreal Alouettes cruise to 39-28 win over injury-depleted Ottawa Redblacks
- Alouettes QB Davis Alexander overcomes elbow issue, throws for 328 yards and 2 TDs
- Backup QB Tyrie Adams provides a spark for Redblacks, but can't complete comeback
- Loss officially eliminates Ottawa from playoff contention, Alouettes strengthen postseason position