The CFL schedule today features an exciting Week 8 matchup as the Montreal Alouettes visit the Calgary Stampeders at McMahon Stadium. CFL games today kick off with this East versus West division showdown at 9:00 p.m. ET.
Game Overview:
CFL games on July 24th 2025:
Montreal Alouettes vs Calgary Stampeders
Location: McMahon Stadium, Calgary
Date: Thursday, July 24th 2025
Time: 9:00 p.m. ET
TV: TSN, RDS (Canada), CBSSN (USA)
Stream: CFL+ (International)
Game Previews:
Montreal Alouettes vs Calgary Stampeders:
Key Players:
- McLeod Bethel-Thompson (Montreal): QB - 45 completions on 72 attempts for 472 yards and 3 touchdowns
- Cole Spieker (Montreal): WR - 24 catches for 290 yards and 2 touchdowns in 6 games
- Vernon Adams Jr. (Calgary): QB - League's second-highest passer with 1,720 yards and 8 touchdowns
- Dedrick Mills (Calgary): RB - 466 rushing yards on 90 attempts with 5 touchdowns
- Damien Alford (Calgary): WR - 12 catches for 300 yards and 5 touchdowns
CFL Betting Odds:
Spread: Calgary Stampeders -7
Over/Under: 49
Moneyline: Calgary Stampeders (favorite), Montreal Alouettes (underdog)
CFL Standings:
**West Division:**
1. Calgary Stampeders (5-1) - 181 points for, 111 points against
2. Saskatchewan Roughriders (5-1) - 178 points for, 150 points against
3. Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3-2) - 133 points for, 135 points against
4. BC Lions (3-4) - 163 points for, 179 points against
5. Edmonton Elks (1-4) - 118 points for, 170 points against
**East Division:**
1. Hamilton Tiger-Cats (4-2) - 188 points for, 156 points against
2. Montreal Alouettes (4-2) - 168 points for, 137 points against
3. Toronto Argonauts (1-5) - 153 points for, 189 points against
4. Ottawa Redblacks (1-6) - 148 points for, 203 points against
CFL News:
Montreal enters this contest without starting quarterback Davis Alexander, who was placed on the six-game injured list after re-aggravating a hamstring injury in their 26-25 victory over Toronto. The Alouettes will rely on veteran McLeod Bethel-Thompson, who needs just three touchdown passes to reach 100 for his career. Calgary has won three straight games and boasts the league's best record at 5-1, matching their best start since their 2018 Grey Cup championship season. The Stampeders lead the CFL with 130.5 rushing yards per game while allowing a league-low 18.5 points per contest.
Tonight's matchup promises to be a defensive battle as Montreal's league-leading defense faces Calgary's potent rushing attack. The CFL scores from this game will significantly impact the CFL standings, particularly for Montreal's positioning in the competitive East Division. With attractive CFL betting odds favoring the home team, fans can expect a thrilling contest between two of the league's top defenses. What are your predictions for this pivotal Week 8 showdown?