Brady Oliveira posted 210 total yards (137 rushing, 73 receiving) with a touchdown
Zach Collaros completed 27 of 31 passes for 263 yards and one touchdown without an interception
Montreal drops to 5-6 and below .500 for the first time since 2023
Game Recap:
The CFL’s reigning Most Outstanding Player Brady Oliveira delivered a masterful performance as the Winnipeg Blue Bombers defeated the Montreal Alouettes 26-13 at Percival Molson Memorial Stadium. Oliveira’s 210-yard effort helped the Bombers improve to 6-4, while Montreal fell to 5-6 following their fourth consecutive loss. With quarterbacks Davis Alexander, McLeod Bethel-Thompson and Caleb Evans all sidelined by injury, the Alouettes turned to James Morgan for his first career CFL start.
Results
Team
1
2
3
4
OT
T
Outcome
WPG
10
6
0
10
0
26
Win
MTL
3
7
3
0
0
13
Loss
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs Montreal Alouettes.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers Performance:
The Bombers controlled the game through Brady Oliveira’s dynamic dual-threat ability and Zach Collaros’ efficient passing attack, bouncing back from a disappointing Week 11 loss to Ottawa.
Top Offensive Players:
Brady Oliveira: RB – 16 rushes for 137 yards and 1 TD, 9 receptions for 73 yards
Zach Collaros: QB – 27/31 passing for 263 yards and 1 TD, 0 interceptions
Keric Wheatfall: WR – 3 receptions for 64 yards on 5 targets
Jerreth Sterns: WR – 3 receptions for 40 yards on 3 targets
Kevens Clercius: WR – 4 receptions for 29 yards on 5 targets
Top Defensive Players:
Tony Jones: LB – 9 tackles
Dexter Lawson Jr.: DL – 6 tackles
Evan Holm: DB – 4 tackles, 1 interception
Cam Allen: LB – 3 tackles
Trey Vaval: DB – 1 tackle, 1 interception
Montreal Alouettes Performance:
Despite a valiant effort from first-time starter James Morgan and standout receiver Alexander Hollins, the injury-depleted Alouettes couldn’t overcome Winnipeg’s balanced attack and defensive pressure.
Top Offensive Players:
Alexander Hollins: WR – 5 receptions for 132 yards on 9 targets
Tyler Snead: WR – 6 receptions for 56 yards and 1 TD, 1/1 passing for 44 yards
James Morgan: QB – 18/33 passing for 198 yards, 1 TD, 2 interceptions
Travis Theis: RB – 8 rushes for 36 yards, 2 receptions for 13 yards
Cole Spieker: WR – 3 receptions for 22 yards on 4 targets
Top Defensive Players:
Darnell Sankey: LB – 9 tackles
Arthur Hamlin: DB – 5 tackles
Lorenzo Burns: DB – 5 tackles
Najee Murray: LB – 5 tackles, 1 sack
Tyrice Beverette: DB – 5 tackles
The CFL standings show Saskatchewan leading the West Division at 8-1, while Hamilton tops the East at 6-4. Winnipeg’s victory keeps them in playoff contention in the competitive West Division, while Montreal’s loss drops them into a tie with BC at 5-5 in the standings race.
Oliveira’s performance highlighted his value as the league’s Most Outstanding Player, combining power running with reliable hands out of the backfield. Meanwhile, Montreal’s quarterback situation remains a concern heading into their Week 13 bye, though Morgan showed flashes of potential in his first CFL start despite the two interceptions. The Bombers will face a tough test against Saskatchewan on Labour Day Weekend, while the Alouettes will use their bye week to get healthy and reset for the playoff push.
Can Winnipeg build momentum from this convincing road victory heading into their matchup with the league-leading Roughriders? Will Montreal’s injured quarterbacks be ready to return after the bye week to help salvage their playoff hopes? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.
