Ottawa Redblacks seek maiden victory against league‑leading Montreal Alouettes
The Ottawa Redblacks enter their matchup with the East Division‑leading Montreal Alouettes with an 0‑6 record, while Montreal sits at 6‑1. The game is set for Friday, July 31 at TD Place Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. EDT.
Redblacks head coach and general manager Ryan Dinwiddie emphasized the need for routine plays. Quarterback Jake Maier returns after a 344‑yard, one‑touchdown performance against Winnipeg. Ottawa has added former Hamilton tight end Jevoni Robinson and re‑signed veteran kicker Lewis Ward, while Brett Lauther remains on the six‑game injured list.
Highly touted second‑overall 2024 CFL Draft pick Nick Mardner is expected to suit up after missing about 15 months due to a leg injury, providing depth at receiver. Montreal may see linebacker Kabion Ento back after a hamstring injury, though center Justin Lawrence continues his recovery.
Montreal has won 12 of the last 13 meetings with Ottawa and leads the league in fewest quarterback sacks, aiming to extend its strong season.
Entities: Jake Maier · Montreal Alouettes · Nick Mardner · Ottawa Redblacks · Ryan Dinwiddie
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What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Quarterback Jake Maier threw for 344 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the previous game against Winnipeg. (article 0)
- [● 5 SOURCES] Montreal Alouettes have a 6‑1 record and lead the East Division. (articles 0,1,2,3,4)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Montreal linebacker Kabion Ento may return from hamstring injury; center Justin Lawrence remains sidelined. (article 3)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Ottawa added tight end Jevoni Robinson via trade from Hamilton. (articles 0,1,4)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Second‑overall 2024 CFL Draft pick Nick Mardner returns after missing 15 months with a leg injury. (article 2)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The game is scheduled for Friday, July 31 at TD Place Stadium, kickoff 7:30 p.m. EDT. (article 2)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Ottawa re‑signed kicker Lewis Ward; Brett Lauther placed on six‑game injured list. (articles 0,1,2)
- [● 4 SOURCES] Ottawa Redblacks have a 0‑6 record entering the game against Montreal Alouettes. (articles 0,1,4,2)