Alexander, Alouettes roll past winless Redblacks 34-13

The Montreal Alouettes dominated the Ottawa Redblacks with a decisive 34-13 victory on Friday night, further cementing their status as the top team in the East division with a 7-1 record. The Redblacks, meanwhile, continued their winless streak, dropping to an abysmal 0-7 for their worst start in franchise history.

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With a 34-13 win over the Ottawa Redblacks Friday night the Montreal Alouettes demonstrated exactly why they are the best in the East.

Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander delivered a stellar performance, completing 22 of 30 passes for 420 yards and three touchdowns. His offensive prowess was a key factor in Montreal's early lead, as the team scored on their first two possessions. This included a three-yard touchdown run by Travis Theis and a six-yard touchdown pass from Alexander to Cole Spieker.

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Davis Alexander had an impressive outing going 22-for-30 for 420 yards and three touchdowns.

In contrast, the Redblacks struggled significantly, particularly in the red zone. Despite moving the ball effectively at times, they converted only one of five red zone opportunities into points. Quarterback Jake Maier had a respectable outing statistically, finishing 34-for-41 with 311 yards and one interception, but his team's inability to capitalize on scoring chances proved costly. A crucial moment came in the second quarter when a roughing-the-passer penalty gave Ottawa the ball at Montreal's one-yard line, but they could only manage a field goal.

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Jake Maier had a decent outing finishing 34-for 41 for 311 yards and one interception but it’s tough to compete when you’re unable to convert in the red zone.

The Alouettes extended their lead in the second quarter with another touchdown pass from Alexander to Spieker, making it 21-10. Although a holding penalty negated a potential third touchdown pass for Alexander, Montreal still managed a field goal to lead 24-13 at halftime. The second half saw the Redblacks attempt to rally, but a crucial interception by Joshua Archibald in the third quarter stifled their momentum. The Alouettes sealed the victory with a 19-yard touchdown reception by Tyler Snead and a late field goal.

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The Redblacks trailed right off the opening drive and never managed to close the gap.