Trevor Harris, a 39-year-old quarterback from Ohio, led the Saskatchewan Roughriders to a 25-17 victory over the Montreal Alouettes in the Grey Cup at Princess Auto Stadium. Harris threw for 302 yards, completing 23 of 27 passes with an impressive 85.2% completion rate, setting a Cup record. This win marked Harris’s first Grey Cup as a starting quarterback, after previously winning two championships as a backup.
Corey Mace, the Riders’ head coach, praised Harris, calling him a future Hall of Famer. The game’s outstanding player, Harris, remained humble in his victory, crediting his teammates for the win. The Riders’ top Canadian player was Sam Emilus with 10 catches for 108 yards, while A.J. Ouellette rushed for 83 yards and a touchdown.
The victory parade for the Riders is scheduled to take place in Regina on Tuesday after securing their fifth Grey Cup title. Montreal’s Davis Alexander, who had an impressive record leading up to the game, faced tough competition from Saskatchewan’s defense, throwing three interceptions.
Despite a missed field goal attempt by Brett Lauther, the Riders managed to secure the win with a crucial fumble recovery in the end zone. Alexander admitted his performance fell short, acknowledging the impact of turnovers on the game’s outcome.
Saskatchewan’s sellout crowd at Princess Auto Stadium witnessed a thrilling match, with the Roughriders dominating the game, ultimately capturing their fifth Grey Cup title. The victory marked a significant milestone for the team, as they handed Alexander his first loss as a CFL starter.
