Montreal forced seven two-and-outs and recorded multiple sacks from Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund, Mustafa Johnson and Shawn Oakman
McLeod Bethel-Thompson overcame three first-half interceptions to throw for 228 yards and two touchdowns
Montreal improves to 7-7 and moves four points clear of Toronto (5-9) in East Division standings
Game Recap:
The Montreal Alouettes completed their first three-game season sweep of the Toronto Argonauts since 2011, winning 21-19 in a defensive battle at BMO Field on Friday night. Wesley Sutton’s game-clinching interception with 1:34 remaining sealed the victory for Montreal, who improved to 7-7 while Toronto fell to 5-9.
Results
Team
1
2
3
4
OT
T
Outcome
MTL
0
7
3
11
0
21
Win
TOR
6
3
0
10
0
19
Loss
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Montreal Alouettes vs Toronto Argonauts.
Montreal Alouettes Performance:
The Alouettes overcame early struggles to dominate defensively, forcing multiple turnovers and controlling the game’s tempo in the second half.
Stevie Scott III: RB – 13 rushes, 54 yards, 2 receptions for 19 yards
Austin Mack: WR – 3 receptions, 47 yards
Top Defensive Players:
Najee Murray: LB – 8 tackles
Darnell Sankey: LB – 6 tackles
Lorenzo Burns: DB – 4 tackles
Tyrice Beverette: DB – 4 tackles
Wesley Sutton: DB – 2 tackles, 1 game-clinching interception
Toronto Argonauts Performance:
The Argonauts struggled offensively despite strong defensive pressure, managing just 19 points while quarterback Jarret Doege made his second career start.
With this victory, Montreal sits at 7-7 in the East Division standings, four points ahead of Toronto at 5-9. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats continue to lead the East with an 8-5 record, while Ottawa sits last at 4-9. Saskatchewan leads the West Division at 10-3, followed by Calgary at 8-5.
The win marks a significant accomplishment for Montreal, completing their first season sweep of Toronto since 2011. Both teams return to action on Friday, September 26, with the Alouettes hosting Calgary while the Argonauts travel to face BC.
Can Montreal build on this momentum and make a playoff push? Will Toronto be able to bounce back from this disappointing loss? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
