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CFL Showdown: Roughriders vs. Alouettes – Who Will Reign Supreme?

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Get ready for an electrifying CFL face-off as the Saskatchewan Roughriders battle the Montreal Alouettes for glory! 🏈✨

In the heart of Montreal, a thrilling CFL matchup is set to kick off as the Saskatchewan Roughriders take on the Montreal Alouettes. This showdown on Thursday night is not just another game—it's a clash of titans! With both teams vying for the coveted top spot in the league, fans can expect a rollercoaster of emotions as they cheer on their favorites. The Alouettes enter this heavyweight battle sporting an impressive 5-1 record, despite the absence of their veteran quarterback Cody Fajardo, who will sit this one out. But don't count them out just yet; they've got some surprises in store!

As the game unfolds, all eyes will be on Davis Alexander, the unlikely hero who stepped in for the now-injured Caleb Evans. Alexander showcased his talent in the second half of the previous game, leading the Alouettes to a stunning victory over the Roughriders after taking the reins. His fresh approach on the field reignited the team’s spirit and just might be what they need to turn the tide in their favor once again. The Roughriders, on the other hand, have their own ace up their sleeve: cornerback Rolan Milligan, who has been a defensive powerhouse, effectively thwarting passing plays with an impressive forced incompletion rate of 23.7%.

Expect fierce competition as both teams throw their best plays at one another. This is not only about bragging rights; the winner will secure the title of the league's best, which brings a whole new level of pressure and excitement to the game. Fans will be treated to a spectacle featuring strategic plays, incredible athleticism, and perhaps, a few jaw-dropping surprises that could swing the momentum either way.

As the CFL gears up for Week 8, it’s clear that this matchup will captivate football lovers across Canada. The storyline is rich: veterans versus newcomers, east versus west, and a chance to showcase the robust talent found throughout the league. Moreover, did you know that the Alouettes have a history of being one of the CFL's most popular franchises? They’ve been entertaining fans since their inception in 1946! Meanwhile, the Roughriders have been firm favorites, especially in Saskatchewan, where their fans, known as the "Rider Nation," are infamous for their spirited support.

In the thrilling world of CFL, every game tells a story, every player has a tale, and this week, the narrative will unfold on the vibrant turf of Montreal. So, whether you bleed green or are a diehard Alouettes fan, make sure you tune in as these two proud teams battle it out for supremacy in one electrifying night of football!

Roughriders vs. Alouettes: Marquee matchup in Montreal ... (riderville.com)

The winner of Thursday night's CFL game — a marquee matchup between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and the host Montreal Alouettes —will boast a league-best ...

Als, Roughriders kick off Week 8 with heavyweight showdown on TSN (TSN)

The Montreal Alouettes return from the bye week without Cody Fajardo. The veteran quarterback won't play Thursday night when Montreal (5-1) hosts the ...

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Riders, Alouettes meet in showdown between the CFL's best (battlefordsNOW)

It's a showdown for first place in the CFL as the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Montreal Alouettes battle it ou...

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Heavyweight battle between Roughriders and Alouettes missing ... (DiscoverHumboldt.com)

It will be a battle of the best of the west against the beasts of the east tonight in the Canadian Football League when the Saskatchewan Roughriders meet ...

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CFL Week 8 Preview: Saskatchewan Roughriders take on Montreal ... (Pro Football Focus)

Don't throw at Saskatchewan HB Rolan Milligan: He's knocked down nine passes and leads the CFL with a 23.7% forced incompletion rate. His 85.7 coverage grade ...

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Saskatchewan Roughriders at Montreal Alouettes odds, picks and ... (USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire)

Analyzing Thursday's Saskatchewan Roughriders at Montreal Alouettes Week 8 odds and lines, with expert CFL picks, predictions and best bets.

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Un héros inattendu pour les Alouettes - TVA Sports (TVA Sports)

Davis Alexander est arrivé comme un vent de fraîcheur au poste de quart-arrière des Alouettes en deuxième demie et la formation montréalaise a effectué une ...

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Revirement spectaculaire grâce à Davis Alexander (RDS)

Dès que Jason Maas a remplacé Caleb Evans par Davis Alexander, les Alouettes de Montréal ont renversé la vapeur pour vaincre les Roughriders de la ...

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Alouettes 20 – Roughriders 16 | Davis Alexander mène son équipe ... (La Presse)

En relève à Caleb Evans, le quart Davis Alexander a permis aux Alouettes de Montréal de marquer 17 points sans riposte en deuxième demie et d'arracher une ...

Alexander leads Alouettes' second half rally to beat Roughriders (TSN)

Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander threw two touchdowns in relief as the Montreal Alouettes rallied for another comeback win at home Thursday, ...

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Roughriders lose 20-16 to Alouettes after second half collapse (Regina Leader-Post)

Alouettes backup Davis Alexander stole the show as Montreal scored 17 straight points to beat the Roughriders.

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Aucune excuse pour Caleb Evans chez les Alouettes de Montréal (Le Journal de Montréal)

Plongé au cœur de l'action à la suite de la blessure subie par Cody Fajardo, le quart-arrière Caleb Evans se retrouve sans aucun doute dans la meilleure ...

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Riders, Alouettes meet in showdown between the CFL's best (News Talk 980 CJME)

It's a showdown for first place in the CFL as the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Montreal Alouettes battle it out on Thursday night.

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Écoutez Geoffrey Cantin Arku des Alouettes de Montréal parler de ... (98,5 fm)

Plus tôt cette semaine, Jérémie Rainville a parlé au secondeur Geoffrey Cantin-Arku, premier choix des Alouettes de 2024 avec lequel il discute notamment de ...

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Alouettes 20 – Roughriders 16 | Un changement de quart salvateur ... (La Presse)

Le jour et la nuit, Caleb Evans et Davis Alexander. Les Alouettes ont entamé le match avec le premier, avant de faire entrer le second à la mi-temps.

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Davis Alexander mène les Alouettes à un gain de 20-16 (Le Devoir)

La formation montréalaise a retrouvé le chemin de la victoire face aux Roughriders de la Saskatchewan.

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Third-string QB helps Alouettes rally past Roughriders (Sportsnet.ca)

Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander threw two touchdowns in relief as the Montreal Alouettes rallied for another comeback win at home Thursday, ...

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Les Alouettes au sommet de la LCF (Noovo Info)

En relève à Caleb Evans, le quart Davis Alexander a permis aux Alouettes de Montréal de marquer 17 points sans riposte en deuxième demie et d'arracher une ...

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Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander rallies Alouettes past ... (battlefordsNOW)

MONTREAL - Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander threw two touchdowns in relief as the Montreal Alouettes r...

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Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander rallies Alouettes past ... (CFJC Today Kamloops)

MONTREAL - Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander threw two touchdowns in relief as the Montreal Alouettes r...

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Les Alouettes de Montréal ont vaincu les Roughriders de la ... (98,5 fm)

Les Alouettes de Montréal ont vaincu les Roughriders de la Saskatchewan 20 16, jeudi, au stade Percival Molson.

Postgame Show With Joey Alfieri: Roughriders vs Alouettes – Week ... (Montreal Alouettes)

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Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander rallies Alouettes past ... (pentictonherald.ca)

MONTREAL - Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander threw two touchdowns in relief as the Montreal Alouettes rallied for another comeback win at home ...

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Alexander détient ce petit élément magique (RDS)

Souriant et gentilhomme au quotidien, Alexander se transforme en machine de guerre quand il est envoyé dans la mêlée.

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QB Davis Alexander rallies Alouettes to dramatic comeback win ... (Montreal Gazette)

Two football players, one holding the ball. Montreal Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander (10) breaks away from Saskatchewan Roughriders' Bryan Cox Jr. (50) ...

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Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander rallies Alouettes past ... (CTV Montreal)

Alexander threw two touchdowns in relief as Montreal rallied from a 13-point halftime deficit to defeat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 20-16.

Victoire des Alouettes contre les Roughriders - Alouettes de Montréal (Alouettes de Montréal)

On ne va pas se le cacher. Le match a changé quand Davis Alexander est entré dans le match après la mi-temps. Avant de blâmer Caleb Evans pour toutes les ...

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Saskatchewan Roughriders drop clash of CFL division leaders ... (CBC.ca)

Davis Alexander made a point to stay ready. With his team in a big hole, the Alouettes third-string quarterback didn't blink when his number was called.

Alouettes come back from 13 points down to beat Riders - Montreal ... (Montreal Alouettes)

We saw two different versions of the Montreal Alouettes during Thursday night's 20-16 win over the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The team that showed up in the ...

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Third-string quarterback Davis Alexander rallies Alouettes past ... (CTV News)

Alexander threw two touchdowns in relief as Montreal rallied from a 13-point halftime deficit to defeat the Saskatchewan Roughriders 20-16.

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