Alouettes Fall Short Of Eastern Final

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Post on Nov 10, 2024

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Alouettes Fall Short of Eastern Final: A Season of Promise Cut Short

The Montreal Alouettes' 2023 season came to a heartbreaking end on Sunday with a 28-10 loss to the Toronto Argonauts in the East Semi-Final. The game, played at BMO Field in Toronto, saw the Alouettes fall short of their goal of reaching the Eastern Final, ending their season with a 9-9 record.

A Season of Highs and Lows

The Alouettes entered the season with high hopes after a disappointing 2022 campaign. The team boasted a strong offensive core, led by veteran quarterback Trevor Harris and star receiver Eugene Lewis. They also had a solid defense, anchored by veteran linebacker Henoc Muamba.

The season started off promisingly, with the Alouettes winning their first three games. However, the team soon hit a rough patch, losing four of their next five games. They managed to right the ship in the second half of the season, going 6-4 in their final ten games, but it wasn't enough to secure a first-round bye.

A Tough Matchup Against the Argos

Facing the Toronto Argonauts in the East Semi-Final was always going to be a tough matchup. The Argonauts were the top seed in the East Division and had a dominant regular season, finishing with a 15-3 record.

The game itself was a testament to the Argos' dominance. The team controlled the tempo from start to finish, limiting the Alouettes' offense and forcing turnovers. Quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson threw for 278 yards and two touchdowns, while running back A.J. Ouellette rushed for 92 yards and a touchdown.

What's Next for the Alouettes?

The Alouettes will now have to regroup and look towards the 2024 season. The team has a strong foundation to build upon, with a number of talented players already in place.

The biggest question mark heading into next season will be the future of quarterback Trevor Harris. The veteran signal-caller is set to be a free agent, and the team will need to decide whether or not to bring him back. If Harris does leave, the Alouettes will need to find a new quarterback to lead the offense.

Despite the disappointing ending to the season, there are plenty of reasons for optimism for the Alouettes. The team has a strong core of young players and a dedicated fan base. With the right moves in the offseason, the Alouettes could be back in contention for a Grey Cup title in 2024.

Keywords: Alouettes, Montreal Alouettes, Toronto Argonauts, East Semi-Final, CFL, Canadian Football League, Trevor Harris, Eugene Lewis, Henoc Muamba, McLeod Bethel-Thompson, A.J. Ouellette, Grey Cup