Highlights:
- Tyson Philpot erupts for 238 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns on 9 catches
- McLeod Bethel-Thompson completes 20 of 26 passes for 379 yards in his 100th CFL appearance
- Montreal ends five-game losing streak while handing Saskatchewan just their third loss of the season
Game Recap:
The Montreal Alouettes snapped a five-game losing streak with a convincing 48-31 victory over the Saskatchewan Roughriders at Mosaic Stadium. McLeod Bethel-Thompson returned from injury to throw for 379 yards while Tyson Philpot dominated with a career-high 238 receiving yards. Montreal improves to 6-7 while Saskatchewan drops to 10-3 but maintains their West Division lead.
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Montreal Alouettes vs Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Montreal Alouettes Performance:
The Alouettes offense was unstoppable, accumulating 520 total yards while scoring touchdowns on four consecutive drives in the first half.
Top Offensive Players:
- McLeod Bethel-Thompson: QB - 20/26, 379 yards, 3 TD, 0 INT
- Tyson Philpot: WR - 9 receptions, 238 yards, 2 TD
- Stevie Scott III: RB - 19 carries, 125 yards
- Charleston Rambo: WR - 2 receptions, 44 yards
- Shea Patterson: QB - 3 carries, 4 yards, 2 rushing TD
Top Defensive Players:
- Tyrice Beverette: LB - 10 tackles, 1 sack
- Darnell Sankey: LB - 7 tackles
- Lorenzo Burns: DB - 6 tackles
- Wesley Sutton: DB - 4 tackles, 1 interception
- Kabion Ento: DB - 2 tackles, 1 interception
Saskatchewan Roughriders Performance:
The Roughriders struggled defensively, allowing 520 total yards while turning the ball over twice in critical situations.
Top Offensive Players:
- Trevor Harris: QB - 23/32, 252 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT
- Ajou Ajou: WR - 8 receptions, 95 yards
- A.J. Ouellette: RB - 16 carries, 90 yards, 1 TD
- Dohnte Meyers: WR - 7 receptions, 89 yards, 1 TD
- KeeSean Johnson: WR - 4 receptions, 61 yards, 1 TD
Top Defensive Players:
- Rolan Milligan Jr.: S - 5 tackles
- Benny Sapp III: DB - 4 tackles
- Kosi Onyeka: LB - 4 tackles
- A.J. Allen: DB - 4 tackles
- Jameer Thurman: LB - 4 tackles
This result significantly impacts the CFL standings as Montreal keeps their playoff hopes alive while Saskatchewan maintains their West Division lead despite the loss. The Roughriders still sit atop the West with their 10-3 record, while the Alouettes moved into third place in the East Division at 6-7.
The victory was Montreal's first against a West Division opponent this season and marked the end of Saskatchewan's perfect 5-0 record against East Division teams. Bethel-Thompson's return provided the spark Montreal needed, connecting repeatedly with Philpot on deep routes that broke the game open early.
Can Montreal build on this momentum and make a late-season playoff push? Will Saskatchewan bounce back from their first loss to an East Division team this season? What are your thoughts on this game? Share your comments below.