Highlights:

• Davis Alexander threw for 328 yards and two touchdowns, improving to 11-0 as a CFL starter
• Najee Murray recorded two interceptions as Montreal forced four turnovers
• Montreal improved to 10-7 and remains tied with Hamilton atop the East Division

Game Recap:

Quarterback Davis Alexander extended his undefeated streak as a CFL starter to 11-0, leading the Montreal Alouettes to a 39-28 victory over the Ottawa REDBLACKS at TD Place Stadium on Saturday. Alexander completed 21 of 31 passes for 328 yards and two touchdowns, while the Alouettes defence forced four turnovers, including two interceptions by Najee Murray. Montreal improved to 10-7 on the season, while Ottawa dropped to 4-13.

Game Highlights Video:

Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Montreal Alouettes vs Ottawa REDBLACKS.

Montreal Alouettes Performance:

The Alouettes controlled the game with a balanced offensive attack and opportunistic defence. Alexander looked sharp despite an early injury scare to his throwing arm, distributing the ball effectively to multiple receivers.

Top Offensive Players:

• Davis Alexander: Quarterback – 21/31 passing, 328 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 interceptions, 1 rush for 9 yards
• Tyler Snead: Receiver – 7 receptions, 114 yards on 9 targets
• Austin Mack: Receiver – 5 receptions, 108 yards, 1 touchdown on 8 targets
• Stevie Scott III: Running Back – 13 carries for 63 yards and 1 touchdown, 5 receptions for 52 yards
• Charleston Rambo: Receiver – 2 receptions, 34 yards, 1 touchdown on 3 targets

Top Defensive Players:

• Najee Murray: Defensive Back – 3 tackles, 2 interceptions
• Darnell Sankey: Linebacker – 10 tackles
• Tyrice Beverette: Linebacker – 3 tackles, 1 interception
• Dylan Wynn: Defensive Lineman – 4 tackles
• Mustafa Johnson: Defensive Lineman – 3 tackles, 1 sack

Ottawa REDBLACKS Performance:

The REDBLACKS struggled to protect the football in Tyrie Adams’ first start of the season. Adams threw three touchdown passes but also tossed four interceptions in the losing effort. Ottawa mounted a late comeback attempt but could not overcome the turnovers.

Top Offensive Players:

• Tyrie Adams: Quarterback – 27/44 passing, 286 yards, 3 touchdowns, 4 interceptions, 8 rushes for 26 yards
• Bralon Addison: Receiver – 5 receptions, 78 yards on 5 targets, 1 carry for 4 yards
• Kalil Pimpleton: Receiver – 4 receptions, 39 yards on 6 targets, 2 carries for 11 yards
• Eugene Lewis: Receiver – 5 receptions, 37 yards, 1 touchdown on 10 targets
• Daniel Adeboboye: Running Back – 4 receptions, 34 yards, 1 touchdown on 6 targets, 1 carry for 2 yards

Top Defensive Players:

• Bryce Carter: Defensive Lineman – 7 tackles, 2 sacks
• Jonathan Jones: Linebacker – 4 tackles, 1 sack
• Jovan Santos-Knox: Linebacker – 4 tackles
• Adrian Frye: Defensive Back – 4 tackles
• Adarius Pickett: Defensive Back – 3 tackles

The victory keeps Montreal in the thick of the East Division race with one week remaining in the regular season. The Alouettes and Hamilton Tiger-Cats are both 10-7, with Hamilton holding first place based on conference record at 6-1 compared to Montreal’s 6-2 mark. In the West Division, Saskatchewan leads at 12-5, followed by Calgary, BC, and Winnipeg all bunched together. Ottawa remains in fourth place in the East at 4-13.

Alexander’s perfect record as a starter continues to be one of the league’s most notable storylines in 2025. The quarterback has stepped into the starting role and guided Montreal to consistent success. The Alouettes will need another strong performance next week when they travel to face the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in Week 21, with first place in the East Division on the line against Hamilton.

Can Davis Alexander maintain his undefeated streak and lead Montreal to first place in the East Division? Will Ottawa’s young players show improvement heading into the off-season? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.