The focus will be on Davis Alexander at the Grey Cup in Winnipeg this week. The Montreal quarterback boasts a perfect 13-0 record as a CFL starter heading into the Alouettes’ Grey Cup clash with the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Nov. 16.
All attention is on the charismatic American player following a left hamstring tweak in the Alouettes’ 19-16 victory over Hamilton in the East Division final on Saturday. Alexander has battled this injury throughout the season, limiting him to seven games as Montreal’s starter. The team had a flawless 7-0 record under Alexander but struggled with a 3-8 record in games he did not start.
Despite his injury concerns, Alexander is determined to play in the Grey Cup. During the East Division final, when he felt discomfort in the fourth quarter, backup McLeod Bethel-Thompson was put on standby, but Alexander insisted on staying in the game.
With an impressive 11-0 record in the regular season and two playoff wins, Alexander has had a remarkable start to his CFL career. The upcoming Grey Cup match between Montreal and Saskatchewan will mark their third meeting in the championship game, with the Alouettes emerging victorious in 2009 and 2010.
In a recent interview, Alexander acknowledged that he didn’t have his best performance against Hamilton but emphasized that he doesn’t need to be perfect for the team to succeed. Despite potential mobility challenges due to his hamstring, Montreal’s head coach, Jason Maas, expressed confidence in Alexander’s ability to adapt and make sound decisions if his movement is restricted.
If Alexander takes the field against Saskatchewan, it will be his first encounter with them this season. The teams split their regular-season matchups, with each team winning on the road. Saskatchewan last appeared in the Grey Cup in 2013, claiming victory over Hamilton, while Montreal aims for its ninth Grey Cup title overall.
The upcoming game promises an exciting clash between the Alouettes and the Roughriders, with both teams showcasing their determination to secure the championship.
