Get ready for a showdown that’s been 11 years in the making! The 112th Grey Cup is here, and the stakes have never been higher. As the CFL.ca writers make their final predictions, one thing is clear: this game is anyone’s to win—on paper, at least. But here’s where it gets controversial: despite the Montreal Alouettes and Saskatchewan Roughriders appearing evenly matched, all of our writers are betting on the Roughriders to lift the Grey Cup for the first time since 2013. Is this a bold prediction or a safe bet? You’ll have to read on to find out.
This Sunday, November 16, at 6:00 p.m. ET, the Princess Auto Stadium will host the ultimate clash of youth versus experience. Saskatchewan’s Davis Alexander, undefeated as a starter, faces off against Montreal’s Trevor Harris, a veteran quarterback chasing his first Grey Cup ring as a starter. Both teams boast formidable defenses, with Corey Mace and Jason Maas leading units that have each racked up +8 ratings and a combined 88 sacks this season. But will Saskatchewan’s slight edge in sacks (43 vs. Montreal’s 45) be the deciding factor?
The Roughriders punched their ticket to the final by defeating the BC Lions in the Western Final, while the Alouettes outlasted the Hamilton Tiger-Cats in the Eastern Final. Now, it all comes down to this: one game, one trophy, and a legacy on the line. And this is the part most people miss: while the stats suggest a close contest, the writers’ unanimous pick for Saskatchewan raises eyebrows. Are they overlooking Montreal’s resilience, or is Saskatchewan simply the smarter choice?
Before the big game, catch up on all the pre-Grey Cup action. From Montreal and Saskatchewan’s dramatic arrivals to the highlights you might have missed in Winnipeg, we’ve got you covered. Plus, don’t forget to sign up for CFL+ to watch all the action live, no matter where you are.
WRITERS’ PICK: 100% Saskatchewan
But what do you think? Is Saskatchewan a lock, or is Montreal poised for an upset? Let us know in the comments—this debate is just heating up!
