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Playoff Push: Stampeders, Alouettes Battle for Spots

9/26/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Week 17 of the 2025 Canadian Football League (CFL) season centers on a playoff race.
Calgary Stampeders host the Montreal Alouettes, both needing wins to secure playoff spots.
Montreal Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander returns from injury.
Calgary's Vernon Adams Jr. plays through a back issue.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats, leading the East, aim to extend their streak against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

History

Historical Context

The Canadian Football League (CFL) expanded in 1974 by adding the Ottawa Rough Riders, boosting competition and fan engagement. That season, attendance surpassed 1 million, reflecting the league's growing popularity. Today, rivalries, particularly between the Calgary Stampeders and Montreal Alouettes, continue to shape the CFL's landscape, highlighting the importance of player health and performance in playoff outcomes.

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Story summary

Week 17 of the 2025 Canadian Football League (CFL) season centers on a playoff race.
Calgary Stampeders host the Montreal Alouettes, both needing wins to secure playoff spots.
Montreal Alouettes quarterback Davis Alexander returns from injury.
Calgary's Vernon Adams Jr. plays through a back issue.
Hamilton Tiger-Cats, leading the East, aim to extend their streak against the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

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