GDT Mtl at Tor, Fri Sep 19, 6:00PM

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Toronto Argonauts leave QB Chad Kelly off roster again despite Nick Arbuckle injury
By 3Down Staff -September 18, 2025

The Toronto Argonauts have extended Chad Kelly's tenure on the six-game injured list for another week, despite serious question marks at the quarterback position.

With CFL passing leader Nick Arbuckle slated to miss this game due to a calf injury, the Argonauts have elected to start Jarret Doege. Moreover, Kelly will not even dress for the game, as rookie Max Duggan has been elevated off the practice roster to fulfill the league's three QB quota.

Kelly teased a possible return to the lineup on social media two weeks ago but was left off the roster for last week's win over Edmonton. The 31-year-old has since posted a mea culpa to his Instagram page, stating he was not yet 100 percent and crediting "incredible support from the front office, MLSE, and medical staff" for his continued recovery.

The native of Buffalo, N.Y., hasn't played for the Argonauts since he suffered a broken leg in last year's East Final. Entering the week, head coach Ryan Dinwiddie was clear that Kelly would not be "rushed" back, regardless of the QB situation.

Doege saw the field in a relief effort against Edmonton, completing three-of-six pass attempts for 35 yards and engineering the game-winning drive with only one minute left. The 27-year-old previously dressed for 20 regular-season games over two seasons with the Elks, throwing for 593 yards, four touchdowns, and four interceptions and rushing eight times for 23 yards.

Elsewhere, the Argos will get two significant returns to the lineup. Rookie safety Derek Slywka will be back over the top after missing the past two games with an ankle injury, and Canadian Anthony Vandal takes back over from Shane Richards at left guard. Canadian linebacker Ryder Varga (knee) has been placed on the six-game injured list, while American defensive back Delonte Hood has been returned to the practice roster.

The Toronto Argonauts (5-8) will host the Montreal Alouettes (6-7) at BMO Field on Friday, September 19 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The Alouettes are coming off a shocking 48-31 upset win over Saskatchewan, while the Argonauts completed the comeback to beat Edmonton 31-30.

The weather forecast in Toronto calls for a high of 19 degrees with clear skies. The game will be broadcast on TSN and RDS in Canada and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune-in on TSN 690 in Montreal and TSN 1050 in Toronto.

https://3downnation.com/2025/09/18/toronto-argonauts-leave-qb-chad-kelly-off-roster-again-despite-nick-arbuckle-injury/

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DL Shawn Oakman returns for Montreal Alouettes after healthy scratch
By 3Down Staff -September 18, 2025

The Montreal Alouettes have sent their message and will be re-inserting veteran defensive lineman Shawn Oakman back into the lineup this week.

Oakman was one of three surprising healthy scratches last week, joined by defensive end Shawn Lemon and receiver Cole Spieker. While those two remain out for what the club has officially termed "load management", Oakman is slated to return to the defensive tackle rotation. Kori Roberson Jr. will return to the practice roster to make room.

The 33-year-old was having a strong statistical season prior to his benching, which came at the end of a five-game losing streak. In 12 games, he has made 25 tackles and recorded four sacks while forcing two fumbles.

The largest loss for the Alouettes this week is that of running back Travis Theis, who has been placed on the six-game injured list with an ankle issue. The 24-year-old native of Pratt, Kan. has rushed 70 times for 365 yards, caught 19 passes for 162 yards, returned 19 kickoffs for 364 yards, and 13 punt returns for 175 yards and one touchdown over 12 games this season.

Stevie Scott III, who recorded the team's first 100-yard game last week, will get the start, while Eno Benjamin is set to dress as insurance.

Defensive back Ciante Evans (hip) will sit out this week on the one-game injured list. Don Callis will suit up in his place.

The Montreal Alouettes (6-7) will visit the Toronto Argonauts (5-8) at BMO Field on Friday, September 19 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The Alouettes are coming off a shocking 48-31 upset win over Saskatchewan, while the Argonauts completed the comeback to beat Edmonton 31-30.

The weather forecast in Toronto calls for a high of 19 degrees with clear skies. The game will be broadcast on TSN and RDS in Canada and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune-in on TSN 690 in Montreal and TSN 1050 in Toronto.

https://3downnation.com/2025/09/18/dl-shawn-oakman-returns-for-montreal-alouettes-after-healthy-scratch/

[Stats Junkie]

3 interceptions in the first half. This is not the same MBT as last week.

Doege looked good on the first drive but hasn't done much since. 94 yards net offence in the half.

Neither team has established the run yet. OK, Toronto doesn't even try to run.

[The Zipp]

this game kinda stinks so far

[Pete]

toronto doesnt seem to have problems finding dline not sure why we continue to struggle

[Stats Junkie]

Understatement 👆

Patterson is struggling with the football. He put one of the ground but was saved by Snead. Nearly fumbles a snap then throws an incompletion.

Toronto runningbacks 6 carries for 2 yards.

[Blueforlife]

Scott not as good as last week

[dd]

Maas is an idiot. He has James Morgan warming up implying he's taking MBT out, and all MBT does is march the field score a Td and a 2 point convert. I am hoping he's sick of playing for a lunatic and comes here next season, if we had him as our #2 we d blow the doors off of Ottawa tomorrow instead of losing with streveler

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

this game kinda stinks so far

Is it raining?  Why so many drops?

Terrible football game, the CFL is embarrassing itself putting on games of this poor quality after Labour Day.

[bunker]

Great catch by Snead, made it despite PI

Argos third string looks better than our #2

[The Zipp]

there will be a close finish - andre putting on a classic show - love that guy

[Sway]

Maas and Dinwiddie coach with a lot of balls man, shows how they've beat us in last 3 cups

With Zach we could probably beat these teams in Crossover.

But Oshea will need to stop being such a fool.

[Jesse]

These are some incredibly weak PI's being called.