The Montreal Alouettes emerged victorious in a nail-biting game against the Edmonton Elks, with a final score of 23-20.
The Alouettes started off strong, with quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. leading the team to an early lead in the first quarter. However, the Elks quickly caught up, with quarterback Trevor Harris making some impressive plays and bringing the score to a tie by halftime.
The second half of the game saw both teams fiercely competing for the win. The Alouettes’ defense put up a strong front, preventing the Elks from scoring any touchdowns in the third quarter. But the Elks’ defense was equally determined, keeping the Alouettes from extending their lead.
In the final quarter, the Alouettes managed to break through the Elks’ defense and score a crucial touchdown, putting them in the lead once again. The Elks fought back, but were unable to catch up to the Alouettes’ lead.
Despite a last-minute attempt by the Elks to tie the game, the Alouettes’ defense held strong and secured their victory.
This win marks the Alouettes’ third consecutive victory, bringing their record to 3-1 for the season. It also marks their first win against the Elks since 2018.
The Alouettes’ head coach, Khari Jones, praised his team’s performance, stating, “We knew it was going to be a tough game, but our players showed great resilience and determination to come out on top.”
On the other hand, the Elks’ head coach, Jaime Elizondo, expressed disappointment in his team’s performance, saying, “We made some costly mistakes that ultimately cost us the game. We need to regroup and come back stronger next week.”
The Alouettes will face off against the Ottawa Redblacks next week, while the Elks will take on the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Both teams will be looking to continue their winning streaks and improve their records for the season.
