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.