The Montreal Alouettes and Ottawa Redblacks clash in a Week 2 CFL showdown at TD Place Stadium in Ottawa. With Montreal riding high after a dominant Week 1 victory, the Redblacks aim to bounce back after a tough loss to Saskatchewan.
Game Details
Matchup: Montreal Alouettes vs. Ottawa Redblacks
Date: Friday, June 13, 2025
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Venue: TD Place Stadium, Ottawa, ON
TV Broadcast: TSN, RDS, CFL+
Montreal Alouettes: Building Momentum
The Alouettes opened their season with a convincing 28-10 win over the Toronto Argonauts, showcasing their Grey Cup potential. Quarterback Davis Alexander completed 19 of 26 passes for 205 yards and a touchdown, while Sean Thomas-Erlington rushed for 89 yards on 17 carries.
Montreal’s defense dominated, allowing just 34 rushing yards and forcing multiple turnovers. Isaac Adeyemi-Berglund and Lwal Uguak each recorded a sack, while Darnell Sankey added another.
Key Players to Watch (Alouettes)
Davis Alexander – Efficient passing and mobility
Sean Thomas-Erlington – Ground game leader
Austin Mack & Tyson Philpot – Dynamic receiving duo
Tyrice Beverette – Defensive playmaker
Ottawa Redblacks: Overcoming Adversity
The Redblacks suffered a 31-26 loss to Saskatchewan, despite 413 passing yards from Dru Brown. However, Brown is out with a hip injury, leaving Matthew Shiltz to take over at quarterback.
Ottawa’s defense struggled, allowing 126 penalty yards and failing to contain Saskatchewan’s offense. Eugene Lewis, however, remains a bright spot, chasing a record-tying 10-game touchdown streak.
Key Players to Watch (Redblacks)
Matthew Shiltz – Veteran QB stepping in for Brown
Eugene Lewis – Red-hot receiver chasing history
Bryce Carter & Lorenzo Mauldin IV – Defensive front pressure
Adarius Pickett & Jovan Santos-Knox – Linebacker duo
GAME ODDS
Montreal Alouettes – 3
Ottawa Redblacks 48.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 12, 2025
