GDT Ssk at Mtl, Mon Oct 12, 12:00PM

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Julian Howsare set for Montreal Alouettes debut against Riders

Julian Howsare will make his debut for the Montreal Alouettes when they host the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Thanksgiving Monday.

The 34-year-old was acquired via trade from the Hamilton Tiger-Cats last week in exchange for a fifth-round pick in the 2027 CFL Draft. Montreal also received a seventh-round pick in the deal. Over 15 games this season, Howsare has recorded 32 defensive tackles, one tackle for loss, four sacks, and three pass knockdowns.

Howsare had a career year in 2025 when he was named All-CFL and the East Division's nominee for Most Outstanding Defensive Player. He made 43 defensive tackles, 13 sacks, seven pass knockdowns, two forced fumbles, two fumble recoveries, one interception, and one touchdown.

Over 133 career regular-season CFL games as a member of the Tiger-Cats and Calgary Stampeders, Howsare has tallied 271 defensive tackles, six special teams tackles, 49 sacks, 13 pass knockdowns, five forced fumbles, three interceptions, two fumble recoveries, and one touchdown.

The veteran will wear No. 25 and step directly into the starting lineup, bumping Lwal Uguak back in the rotation. In order to make room, American linebacker Donovan Manuel has been demoted to the practice roster. He has recorded 12 defensive tackles and three special teams tackles in 10 games this year.

On the other side of the ball, Canadian tight end Regis Cibasu has been ruled out with an elbow injury. The 33-year-old has caught two passes for 15 yards this year, while adding three special teams tackles. Canadian linebacker Riley MacLeod will be brought into the lineup to fill in on special teams.

The Montreal Alouettes (12-3) will host the Saskatchewan Roughriders (8-7) on Monday, October 12, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 p.m. EDT. The Roughriders are coming off an upset loss to the Calgary Stampeders, while the Alouettes crushed the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

The game will be broadcast on TSN and RDS in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 620 CKRM in Regina and TSN 690 (English) or 99.5 Montreal (French) in Montreal.

https://3downnation.com/2026/10/11/julian-howsare-set-for-montreal-alouettes-debut-against-riders/

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Tevaughn Campbell returns amid six Thanksgiving changes for Saskatchewan Roughriders

The Saskatchewan Roughriders will have ratio-breaking cornerback Tevaughn Campbell back in the lineup when they face the Montreal Alouettes on Thanksgiving Monday.

Campbell suffered a forearm injury during the Riders' Week 9 victory over Edmonton. Through seven regular-season games in 2026, he has posted 16 defensive tackles. The six-foot, 195-pound cover man tied for the three-down league lead in interceptions with six after making his return to Canada in 2025 following an extended stint in the NFL.

To make room for Campbell, Malcolm Bell, the team's first-round pick in the 2026 CFL Draft, has been moved to the reserve roster after starting the past two weeks.

The news isn't all positive, however, as team-leading receiver KeeSean Johnson was officially ruled out on Saturday with an ankle injury. He will be replaced in the starting lineup by Shemar Bridges, who has caught three passes for 23 yards in two appearances since signing in Saskatchewan.

Fullback Albert Awachie (quad) will also miss this contest, while left tackle Payton Collins has been listed as a game-time decision with an ankle injury that limited him in the final practice session. Rookie Canadian offensive lineman Erik Andersen draws back onto the roster for insurance.

The Riders are expected to receive a big boost on special teams in this contest, as veteran kicker Brett Lauther will make his debut after being re-acquired at the trade deadline. Dawson Hodge, who was previously handling those duties, has already been released. Return specialist Mathew Sexton is also back in action after suffering what appeared to be a serious lower leg injury in Week 6. He has one punt return touchdown in two games this season.

American defensive end Derick Roberson rounds out the depth additions this week. Defensive lineman Jaylen Pate and running back Quali Conley have been returned to the practice roster in corresponding moves.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders (8-7) will visit the Montreal Alouettes (12-3) on Monday, October 12, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 p.m. EDT. The Roughriders are coming off an upset loss to the Calgary Stampeders, while the Alouettes crushed the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

The game will be broadcast on TSN and RDS in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 620 CKRM in Regina and TSN 690 (English) or 99.5 Montreal (French) in Montreal.

https://3downnation.com/2026/10/11/tevaughn-campbell-returns-amid-six-thanksgiving-changes-for-saskatchewan-roughriders/

[Tecno]

Haha, ssk gets near full strength mtl. Eat it ssk.

I'm sure mtl will yank Alexander and other stars in the middle, but by then they should be up 3 td.

Mtl doing us a solid!

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From the Riders:

Here is the updated Depth Chart for Week 19 at Montreal reflecting the following changes:

#62 Payton Collins (to one-game injured)

#65 Daniel Johnson moves to left tackle

#69 Thomas Perry activated as left guard



Jamie Nye  @jamienye

An injury late in the week as Collins was not on the injury report on Thursday or Friday.

He's a quality LT and Daniel Johnson practiced most of the week at LG. New LG, Thomas Perry, got very limited reps with the starters.

The Riders injury luck is non-existent.

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[Throw Long Bannatyne]

Close game so far, Riders getting good pressure on Alexander.

[Blue In BC]

C'mon Montreal. Play better and beat these guys.

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

Alexander running too much and taking too many hits, already went into the dressing room for a sip of "juice".  Questionable whether he will make it to the end of the season if they refuse to game manage him.

[The Zipp]

this montreal offense is unreal. 

calvillo effect...alexander is very good. 

[Sir Blue and Gold]

Montreal is a problem.

[tlf]

Davis sure bounces back after big hits.  I feel he's playing hurt. I hate how good he is.

[Blue In BC]

I think that moves us into 3rd for the moment. Riders might be closer to missing the playoffs than the Bombers.

[tlf]

I think that moves us into 3rd for the moment. Riders might be closer to missing the playoffs than the Bombers.

When is the last time the GC Champs missed the playoffs the following year? Sorry if this has been answered.  I tried to google but got bizarre results.