CFL’s Nate Beauchemin Makes a Thanksgiving Comeback for Montreal Alouettes

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CFL’s Nate Beauchemin Makes a Thanksgiving Comeback for Montreal Alouettes

The Montreal Alouettes are preparing for a key matchup against the Ottawa Redblacks this Thanksgiving. The game is set for Monday, October 13, at Percival Molson Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 1:00 p.m. EDT. Currently, the Alouettes hold an 8-7 record, while the Redblacks sit at 4-11.

Nate Beauchemin Returns

Rookie linebacker Nate Beauchemin makes his much-anticipated comeback after missing the last eight games due to a hand injury. He was drafted 14th overall in the second round of the 2025 CFL Draft. Beauchemin previously earned recognition as the top defensive player in U Sports, winning the Presidents’ Trophy.

Player Statistics and Lineup Changes

  • Nate Beauchemin:
    • Position: Linebacker
    • Games Played: 7
    • Defensive Tackles: 1
    • Special Teams Tackles: 6
  • Caleb Johnson:
    • Position: Linebacker
    • Debut: CFL debut as depth player
  • M.J. Sherman:
    • Position: Defensive End
    • Status: Demoted to practice roster
  • Riley MacLeod:
    • Position: Linebacker
    • Status: Healthy scratch

Upcoming Game Details

The Alouettes face the Redblacks, who were recently eliminated from playoff contention following a loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The weather in Montreal is expected to be favorable, with a high of 18 degrees and a mix of sun and clouds.

Broadcast Information

Fans can watch the game on TSN and RDS in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and CFL+ for international viewers. For radio broadcasts, listeners can tune in to TSN 1200 in Ottawa or TSN 690 in Montreal.