The Ottawa Redblacks remain winless after suffering a 46-16 defeat to the Montreal Alouettes, marking their 10th consecutive loss this season. The game, held at Molson Stadium, featured the Redblacks struggling offensively, with quarterback Jake Maier throwing two interceptions. Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander showcased a strong performance, contributing significantly to his team's victory. The Redblacks have now extended their losing streak to 16 games dating back to last season and sit isolated at the bottom of the league standings.

By the Numbers
  • Davis Alexander completed 20 of 23 passes for 260 yards and 2 touchdowns.
  • The Redblacks have lost 16 straight games, equating to the longest skid since 1948-49.
Yes, But

Despite the loss, Ottawa's offensive yardage benefited from Montreal's 11 penalties for 85 yards, indicating potential for improvement if they can exploit opponents' mistakes more effectively.

State of Play
  • The Redblacks are the ninth team in CFL history to lose their first 10 games of a season.
  • Ottawa has now lost 14 consecutive games against the Alouettes and faces a challenging matchup against the B.C. Lions next.
What's Next

The Redblacks will attempt to snap their losing streak at home against the B.C. Lions on August 30, while the Alouettes will visit the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on August 28.

Bottom Line

As the Redblacks continue to struggle without a win, their quest for improvement hinges on addressing turnover issues and capitalizing on opponents' penalties to break their long-standing losing streak.