Eastern Final: Montreal Alouettes @ Toronto Argonauts

[AngeloV]

Als are going to be without top O-Lineman Lestage, and top ST gunner Zak Lindley; and Canadian receiver K. Julien-Grant has been out awhile now and not going to play - could have added some big-play ability to their passing game.

Julien-Grant is so dangerous. Can take a short pass and turn it into a big gain. Spieker and Snead have filled in quite well in his absence though, and Philpot is also so dangerous.

[Will]

[OV Argo]

Why is Dionte Knight not dressing ?

[AngeloV]

I really hope no starter in the secondary goes down. Not comfortable with Harry going in. I would feel more comfortable with Knight replacing Brinkman or Sindani replacing Phillips TBH to get Daniel into the line up.

[OV Argo]

I really hope no starter in the secondary goes down. Not comfortable with Harry going in. I would feel more comfortable with Knight replacing Brinkman or Sindani replacing Phillips TBH to get Daniel into the line up.

The Als have one back-up DB listed and it's a raw rookie American guy; nobody with any experience at all behind DeQuoy at safety. And 2 of their back-up D-linemen dressing (Gowanlock & Desjardins) never see the field on D in Maas & Thorpe's 7 only need apply system = could be a long day for the Als' D-line with old guys like Sewell & Lemon playing every down.

And I guess the Argos' staff feels Knight was replaceable by another LB in Harleimana (CFL experience and can play) to play STs with a key ST guy like Adeboboye out? Much rather have seen Knight in over Edouard, who might struggle if he was forced to play D (and Harry could play any spot there before him), and who doesn't seem to add too much on STs ?

Be interesting to see if the Argos stick with the main 5 pack for receiver playing time; cause IMO Nield should be in there plenty. I didn't expect Bladek to all of a sudden get a back-up O-line spot with zero playing time on the offence this season - Giffen & MacKellar are fine there IMO.

[paulwoods13]

And I guess the Argos' staff feels Knight was replaceable by another LB in Harleimana (CFL experience and can play) to play STs with a key ST guy like Adeboboye out? Much rather have seen Knight in over Edouard, who might struggle if he was forced to play D (and Harry could play any spot there before him), and who doesn't seem to add too much on STs ?

IMO that's precisely why Harelimana is in -- to replace Adeboboye on specials. Obviously Harris is not taking on DA's role there, and Knight is not well suited to running downfield on kick coverage. Edouard has played a fair bit in the secondary and IMO is more capable of playing inside than Harry. He has also contributed more on specials than you seem to be suggesting. Not just downfield tackles but blocking and occupying blockers.

We knew some valuable veterans were going to have to sit, because of the team's depth. Knight, Costigan, Bladek and Daniel drew the short straws this week. Nice problem to have (and h/t to RD for sticking with the guys who brung him, in the case of o-line and DHB).

[OV Argo]

IMO that's precisely why Harelimana is in -- to replace Adeboboye on specials. Obviously Harris is not taking on DA's role there, and Knight is not well suited to running downfield on kick coverage. Edouard has played a fair bit in the secondary and IMO is more capable of playing inside than Harry. He has also contributed more on specials than you seem to be suggesting. Not just downfield tackles but blocking and occupying blockers.

We knew some valuable veterans were going to have to sit, because of the team's depth. Knight, Costigan, Bladek and Daniel drew the short straws this week. Nice problem to have (and h/t to RD for sticking with the guys who brung him, in the case of o-line and DHB).

Zero chance Daniel sits if he was 100% healthy and in game shape, rather than returning from a significant injury. He would be starting at D-half where he was so strong before he got hurt.

[Mocha]

Man alive, what is happening?!

Cue the huge 4th-quarter comeback?

Ahh, well it's been a good year till now.

[Will]

Just do it!

[AngeloV]

So who's having poutine for their pre game meal?

[argolio]

Let's go!!!!!!!!!

[jerrym]

What a turnaround from first and goal for the Argos to Als TD. If the Als win turnovers will almost certainly key.

[jerrym]

Great return and response to Als TD by Leake to put Argos on their fifty.

[jerrym]

Like I said, if the Argos lose turnovers will play a major role as the Argos turn the ball over on downs at the five yard line.

[kellynjk]

Montreal defence is looking strong today and making plays. Toronto offence not too impressive so far, but Toronto's defence is keeping them in the game.

[jerrym]

Finally FG points by the highest scoring team in the CFL.

[bigzee19]

Hard not to get frustrated with the offences performs this far.

[jerrym]

After being the only coach to win a challenge in the regular season, Dinwiddie saved his win for the East Final!

[kellynjk]

Argos are looking flat right now and Montreal defence is really stepping up and dictating the game. Geez Argos have got to come out with more energy etc. in the second Half!!!

[jerrym]

And yet another turnover on downs. Why are they using Kelly on QB sneaks when Dukes has shown he is good at it? Kelly did not look forceful on either sneak.