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Alouettes Fall 19-18 Against Ottawa - Game Recap

Montreal couldn't keep Caleb Evans out of the end zone on Friday and it cost them a 19-18 loss in Week 16 action against the REDBLACKS.

Bettors who backed the REDBLACKS were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +11.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 43.5.

Tim Flanders rushed for 62 yards, while Caleb Evans added 56 yards in the win. Tim Flanders and Kenny Stafford added 67 and 26 receiving yards respectively.

Jeshrun Antwi rushed for 69 yards for Montreal, while William Stanback added 45 yards. Trevor Harris threw for 259 yards for the Alouettes, while receivers Jake Wieneke and Quan Bray had 79 and 64 yards respectively.

Montreal outgained Ottawa 388-294 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 23-20 by the Alouettes.

Ottawa lost the time of possession battle 32:16-27:44, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.