Montreal Alouettes Defeat Calgary Stampeders in Thrilling Comeback
Undefeated Start Continues as Montreal Scores 15 Unanswered Points
Game Summary
In a thrilling Canadian Football League (CFL) matchup, the Montreal Alouettes emerged victorious over the Calgary Stampeders with a score of 30-26. The win extended Montreal's undefeated start to the season, while Calgary suffered their first loss.
The game started off with both teams trading field goals, but Montreal took a 10-6 lead with a touchdown pass from quarterback Trevor Harris to receiver Jake Wieneke. Calgary responded with a touchdown of their own, but the Alouettes held a slim 13-12 advantage at halftime.
Second Half Comeback
The second half saw a defensive battle, with neither team scoring in the third quarter. However, in the final quarter, Montreal exploded for 15 unanswered points. Quarterback Dominique Davis connected with receiver Geno Lewis for a touchdown, followed by a successful two-point conversion. Later, running back Jeshrun Antwi sealed the victory with a one-yard touchdown run.
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Cornerback Kabion Ento had a game-changing play in the second quarter, intercepting a pass from Calgary quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell and returning it for a touchdown. This gave Montreal a boost and helped them maintain their lead throughout the game.
Montreal's defense was also impressive, limiting Calgary to just 271 total yards of offense. Linebacker Micah Awe led the way with 8 tackles, 2 sacks, and a forced fumble.
Post-Game Reaction
Montreal head coach Khari Jones was thrilled with the team's performance, especially their resilience in the fourth quarter. "We showed a lot of character out there," said Jones. "It wasn't easy, but we found a way to win."
Upcoming Schedule
The Montreal Alouettes will look to continue their undefeated streak next week when they host the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The Calgary Stampeders, meanwhile, will try to bounce back against the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
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