It's a tough game to judge tonight.
On the air today on The TEAM 990 I said I'm taking The Ti-Cats. I like taking teams that have something to play for. I know the Als are resting Avon Cobourne and aren't 100% healthy. But there's something about Marc Trestman that leads me to believe he's going to hav his group primed for this divisional match-up.
I expect different looks for the Als, Maybe they'll work, maybe they won't. Plus Hamilton just always has a tough time with that Montreal Hurdle.
With a side of caution I flip flop to the Als in this one. I just hope that'll be fun is all. Got a long weekend of work ahead of me, Need some Friday night football.
Als 35, Ti-Cats 31
Friday, October 22, 2010
Eyes on the Prize
The task is simple. Stay healthy, stay sharp.
The Montreal Alouettes have three regular season games remaining, tonight versus Hamilton, then a home and home with Toronto. Montreal will face either of those Teams at home in the East final.
This is a scenerio that the Als have faced the last three seasons under Marc Trestman. Who should play and how much? The Als would like to stay sharp and make sure their offence and defence are both hitting their stride by the end of November. However they'd like to do so with a their A line-up healthy.
The ultimate prize for the Alouettes is to lift the Grey Cup in Alberta for the second straight year, but they would be able to do so without their prized possession, Anthony Calvillo.
This year has ben full of 'scares' with knee, finger and rib issues when it comes to their star Quarterback. I expect Calvillo to play this week and next, alot. But if I were the coach I'd have a protection game plan in place.
-Not one play, none, would have less than six blockers.
-If there is a blitz, ground the ball.
-Hand off the ball 70% of the time.
The Als can lose all three games and as long as AC wasn't touched, you can call that sucessful.
Do I expect that to happen, no I'm not the coach. But it is a suggestion.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
David Kicking Away
By Mitch Gallo
Colt David’s Canadian Football League debut with the Montreal Alouettes was perfect.
Taking over for injured kicker Damon Duval, David was successful on all six of his field goal attempts and added four converts.
“I felt good, there’s always room to improve on everything, but I was thankful I was able to help my team come ahead with the win,“ said David. “You can always improve on everything from kickoffs to punting you can always do better because you never have a perfect game as a kicker.”
The Alouettes beat up on the Calgary Stampeders on Thanksgiving Monday by a score of 46-19 and Montreal’s kicker was responsible for 22 of those points.
Montreal had a clean sweep of the player of the week honors with Anthony Calvillo taking the offensive honors, Anwar Stewart taking the defensive award and David being name the best player on special teams.
“It was a pretty big accomplishment, you know I didn’t even know until the day at practice but I couldn’t have done it without my teammates so I’m thankful for their help in getting me in good situations and providing good blocking, snaps and holds. I just did a small part,” explained David.
Despite being soft spoken and mild-tempered, the Alouette backup kicker doesn’t feel pressure because of the big stages that he’s already played on.
“I don’t really get nervous, playing at Louisiana State University we played in some pretty big games but it felt good to play and be a part of a team again but I wasn’t really nervous,” said the former LSU kicker.
David got his second opportunity on Sunday afternoon as the Montreal Alouettes hosted the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. Not the second showing David was hoping for, he went two for five kicking field goals and had trouble punting the ball.
Duval is battling a hamstring tear that is giving him difficulties while punting. He appears to be close to returning to the lineup but has been fully supportive of his fill in.
“I think he’s done a great job, it’s such a big part of this league kicking and getting good field position so he’s just got to continue to step up and continue to do a great job,” said Duval.
David’s in a tough spot right now, not knowing whether he should settle in or search for the next opportunity. For the time being , he’s taking it day by day.
“It’s hard trying to settle in, you don’t know what to do with groceries, food, stuff like that you don’t want to go and buy stuff and then you’re going home,” said David. “Right now I’m just happy to be part of a team and be playing football.”
Alservations: Ho-Hum Als Clinch
The Alouettes won the game (barely) 22-19 over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Sunday afternoon, thus Clinching the East division for the third straight year.
Here's this week's Alservations
-It was fun, as expected alot more defensive plays than I had envisioned.
-I've said it many times on MFG, I would take Stephen Jyles on my team anyday. It seems he's finding his QB groove at the wrong time of the season.
-With so much focus on John Bowman and Jermaine McElveen, sometimes people forget the ALouettes have Eric Wilson, he played a big role on Sunday
-AC mis-threw more balls than usual, however his bottom line was still impressive 25-37 271 yards and 2 tds
-Ben Cahoon TD spells relief for him and his fans, His last TD came in the Grey Cup in Calgary.
-Ramon Guzman is quietly becoming one of the Als best defensive players.
-Speaking of Best defensive players, Chip Cox's play at the end of the game to strip and recover is a perfect example why he should be up for Defensive player of the year in 2010 form the east.
-I think that Colt David experiment is over.
-Luc Brodeur Jourdain looks better at Centre than at Left guard
3 more games left in the season, only one home game, the Als get a chance to play their playoff opponent either Hamilton ot Toronto. How much will Coach Trestman show his opposition.
Here's this week's Alservations
-It was fun, as expected alot more defensive plays than I had envisioned.
-I've said it many times on MFG, I would take Stephen Jyles on my team anyday. It seems he's finding his QB groove at the wrong time of the season.
-With so much focus on John Bowman and Jermaine McElveen, sometimes people forget the ALouettes have Eric Wilson, he played a big role on Sunday
-AC mis-threw more balls than usual, however his bottom line was still impressive 25-37 271 yards and 2 tds
-Ben Cahoon TD spells relief for him and his fans, His last TD came in the Grey Cup in Calgary.
-Ramon Guzman is quietly becoming one of the Als best defensive players.
-Speaking of Best defensive players, Chip Cox's play at the end of the game to strip and recover is a perfect example why he should be up for Defensive player of the year in 2010 form the east.
-I think that Colt David experiment is over.
-Luc Brodeur Jourdain looks better at Centre than at Left guard
3 more games left in the season, only one home game, the Als get a chance to play their playoff opponent either Hamilton ot Toronto. How much will Coach Trestman show his opposition.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Should be Fun
The Bombers are in Montreal Today. They are the last team to beat The Alouettes with Anthony Calvillo under centre at home. Will it happen again?
I don't think so, however don't expect this game to be a walk for the Als.
The Blue Bombers are coming off an emotional victory over the Lions last monday and Stephen Jyles knows he has the support of his teammates behind hm as the starter. The Alouettes are one victory away form clinching the East and they still have Hamilton and a pair against Toronto left, so The division is in the bag.
The Als injuries may show more this week compared to last. Look for Paul LAPolice to line up Doug Brown up against Luc Brodeur-Jourdain and Andrew Woodruff, It should be an interesting match-up.
We've already seen the Bombers get to AC this year (see rib injury).
If the Als do run away with this one, that means Avon Cobourne will be running early and often and well.
I suspect the with October in full swing and November around the corner, Cobourne will be playing a bigger role for the Als.
Can't go against the Als at home, however it'll be tight and a fun gam eto watch
Als 38-36 over the Bombers
I don't think so, however don't expect this game to be a walk for the Als.
The Blue Bombers are coming off an emotional victory over the Lions last monday and Stephen Jyles knows he has the support of his teammates behind hm as the starter. The Alouettes are one victory away form clinching the East and they still have Hamilton and a pair against Toronto left, so The division is in the bag.
The Als injuries may show more this week compared to last. Look for Paul LAPolice to line up Doug Brown up against Luc Brodeur-Jourdain and Andrew Woodruff, It should be an interesting match-up.
We've already seen the Bombers get to AC this year (see rib injury).
If the Als do run away with this one, that means Avon Cobourne will be running early and often and well.
I suspect the with October in full swing and November around the corner, Cobourne will be playing a bigger role for the Als.
Can't go against the Als at home, however it'll be tight and a fun gam eto watch
Als 38-36 over the Bombers
Saturday, October 16, 2010
CFL Pick'em Win'em Week 16
Mitch Gallo-4 Aces (35-21)- Tor, Edm, Mtl, Sask
Joey Alfieri- NHALL Tonight (34-22)-Ham, BC, Mtl, Sask
Gary Whitaker-Franchise (34-22)-Ham, BC, Mtl, Sask
Trex Griffin- Snack- (34-22)- Ham, BC, Win, Cal
Nick Murdocco-Franchise- (34-22)- Tor, Edm, Mtl, Sask
Conor McKenna- Playoff Push (33-23)- *Ham, Edm, Win, Cal
Shaun Starr- Mornings (32-24)- Tor, BC, Mtl, Sask
Crazy Pierre- He's Nuts (32-24)- Ham, BC, Mtl, Sask
Sean Campbell-Midday (32-24)- Ham, Edm, Mtl, Cal
Jack Bedell- ProPlayers 32-24)- Ham, Edm, Mtl, Sask
Moe Khan- Snack (31-25) -Ham, BC, Mtl, Cal
Cam E2- In front of Press Box (26-30)-Ham, Edm, Win, Sask
Joey Alfieri- NHALL Tonight (34-22)-Ham, BC, Mtl, Sask
Gary Whitaker-Franchise (34-22)-Ham, BC, Mtl, Sask
Trex Griffin- Snack- (34-22)- Ham, BC, Win, Cal
Nick Murdocco-Franchise- (34-22)- Tor, Edm, Mtl, Sask
Conor McKenna- Playoff Push (33-23)- *Ham, Edm, Win, Cal
Shaun Starr- Mornings (32-24)- Tor, BC, Mtl, Sask
Crazy Pierre- He's Nuts (32-24)- Ham, BC, Mtl, Sask
Sean Campbell-Midday (32-24)- Ham, Edm, Mtl, Cal
Jack Bedell- ProPlayers 32-24)- Ham, Edm, Mtl, Sask
Moe Khan- Snack (31-25) -Ham, BC, Mtl, Cal
Cam E2- In front of Press Box (26-30)-Ham, Edm, Win, Sask
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Giving Carter Credit
By Mitch Gallo
Montreal Alouette fullback Kerry Carter doesn’t always get the credit he deserves.
On the offensive side of the football, the run game goes to Avon Cobourne, the aerial attack goes to a plethora of receivers and the protection of quarterback Anthony Calvillo is credited to the offensive line.
“There are a lot of things that people don’t see out there, I try to take pride in everything that I do and blocking is something I’ve tried to improve on since I didn’t do it very much before I got here,” said Carter. “It’s something that I want to improve on every single week and every single day and I think that’s an important thing for me.”
Standing on Calvillo’s right side, is Carter, a Montreal Alouette since 2007 and has been a staple with coach Marc Trestman’s offense. With that said it has been a learning curve for Carter since he entered the Canadian football league.
“It’s just about getting out there and doing it because for me I played tailback my entire career so I never did any run blocking,” said Carter. “The learning curve for me is just coming up here and trying to see where I fit in and where I can contribute. It’s not the most glorified position, you don’t get to catch touchdown passes or make a lot of runs but your teammates appreciate what you do and that’s what’s most important to have the respect of your teammates and coaches.”
Not being in the spotlight and not getting praised isn’t something that Carter is used to. He’s spent time with the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks after signing with the team as an undrafted free agent as well as with the Washington Red Skins.
During his time playing college football at Stanford he saw the ball much more often. But still, Carter knows his role with the team and feels a sense of accomplishment helping out with the protection of his quarterback.
Although fans might not notice the small things that Carter brings to the field it doesn’t go unseen with his teammates.
“"Kerry Carter is one of those guys who's the unsung hero around here, hes a leader on the team and he does the little things that keep us working," said his partner in the backfield Avon Cobourne. "We're glad we have him, he's an asset and we all feel like when he does get the ball he makes plays."
Still, with all of the praise from the coaching staff and his colleagues the Alouette fullback would like to touch to ball more often and find his way into the end zone on occasion.
The management staff with the Alouettes did recognized the intangibles that Carter brings to the field and they signed him to a contract extension in February.
“I’m hard working, dedicated and focused individual who’s trying to get better on and off the field every day,” said Carter. “I’m a student of life and I do whatever it takes to improve, I take pride in my job and everything that I do.”
Montreal Alouette fullback Kerry Carter doesn’t always get the credit he deserves.
On the offensive side of the football, the run game goes to Avon Cobourne, the aerial attack goes to a plethora of receivers and the protection of quarterback Anthony Calvillo is credited to the offensive line.
“There are a lot of things that people don’t see out there, I try to take pride in everything that I do and blocking is something I’ve tried to improve on since I didn’t do it very much before I got here,” said Carter. “It’s something that I want to improve on every single week and every single day and I think that’s an important thing for me.”
Standing on Calvillo’s right side, is Carter, a Montreal Alouette since 2007 and has been a staple with coach Marc Trestman’s offense. With that said it has been a learning curve for Carter since he entered the Canadian football league.
“It’s just about getting out there and doing it because for me I played tailback my entire career so I never did any run blocking,” said Carter. “The learning curve for me is just coming up here and trying to see where I fit in and where I can contribute. It’s not the most glorified position, you don’t get to catch touchdown passes or make a lot of runs but your teammates appreciate what you do and that’s what’s most important to have the respect of your teammates and coaches.”
Not being in the spotlight and not getting praised isn’t something that Carter is used to. He’s spent time with the NFL’s Seattle Seahawks after signing with the team as an undrafted free agent as well as with the Washington Red Skins.
During his time playing college football at Stanford he saw the ball much more often. But still, Carter knows his role with the team and feels a sense of accomplishment helping out with the protection of his quarterback.
Although fans might not notice the small things that Carter brings to the field it doesn’t go unseen with his teammates.
“"Kerry Carter is one of those guys who's the unsung hero around here, hes a leader on the team and he does the little things that keep us working," said his partner in the backfield Avon Cobourne. "We're glad we have him, he's an asset and we all feel like when he does get the ball he makes plays."
Still, with all of the praise from the coaching staff and his colleagues the Alouette fullback would like to touch to ball more often and find his way into the end zone on occasion.
The management staff with the Alouettes did recognized the intangibles that Carter brings to the field and they signed him to a contract extension in February.
“I’m hard working, dedicated and focused individual who’s trying to get better on and off the field every day,” said Carter. “I’m a student of life and I do whatever it takes to improve, I take pride in my job and everything that I do.”
Monday, October 11, 2010
Post Game Alservations-CAHOOOOON
Well the Als were able to pull through with the big 46-19 home win against Calgary.
It's kinda funny how this game went down exactly how i thought it would, however I did not expect a 27 point differencial.
on to the Alservations...
-First thing is first congrats to Ben Cahoon on 1007 receptions in the CFL, the most all time.
-If you have never met Ben Cahoon, well your missing out on a great individual.
-If I were the referee I'd given Ben the first down on that play
-He was 100% embarrassed that they stopped the play to congratulate him.
-Cahoon said he felt some pressure because his family flew up for the occasion and didn't want them to wait another week.
-AC was happy it was he that threw to cahoon on the record breaking play, it was called a run play in the huddle.
-on to the game, 2 TDs in 33 seconds was the fastest Brian Bratton ever scored in his entire playing career
-Henry Burris look dis-interested, 4 turnovers on his own.
-I still think Burris has the goods to be a QB that can win the Grey Cup, but he'll have to put together 2 straight weeks of strong performances
-Ramon Guzman was the spark plug early on for the Als defence on the first series he stopped Joffrey Reynolds in his tracks and forced a intentional grounding penalty on Henry Burris
-Anwar Stewart was the spark plug the rest of the way, with two sacks and a forced fumble
-Billy Parker was alot stronger and was close to unbeatable this week.
-and Colt David is a great placekicker 6 for 6 on FGs, however his punting and kickoffs need alot of work.
Up next for the Als Winnipeg, Watch out, they are still alive in the play-off hunt
CFL Pick'em Win'em Week 15-results
ONly 3 3-1 records.
Sask made sure no one went perfect
Gallo sits alone atop, Jack and Gary move up.
Mitch Gallo-4 Aces (35-21)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, Win (3-1)
Joey Alfieri- NHALL Tonight (34-22)-Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Gary Whitaker-Franchise (34-22)-Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Trex Griffin- Snack- (34-22)- Ham, Sask, Cal, Win (2-2)
Conor McKenna- Playoff Push (33-23)- Ham, Sask, Cal, Win (2-2)
Nick Murdocco-Franchise- (34-22)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, Win (3-1)
Shaun Starr- Mornings (32-24)- Ham, Sask, Cal, BC (1-3)
Crazy Pierre- He's Nuts (32-24)- Edm, Sask, Mtl, BC (1-3)
Sean Campbell-Midday (32-24)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Jack Bedell- ProPlayers 32-24)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, Win (3-1)
Moe Khan- Snack (31-25) -Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Cam E2- In front of Press Box (26-30)-Edm, Sask, Mtl, BC (1-3)
Sask made sure no one went perfect
Gallo sits alone atop, Jack and Gary move up.
Mitch Gallo-4 Aces (35-21)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, Win (3-1)
Joey Alfieri- NHALL Tonight (34-22)-Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Gary Whitaker-Franchise (34-22)-Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Trex Griffin- Snack- (34-22)- Ham, Sask, Cal, Win (2-2)
Conor McKenna- Playoff Push (33-23)- Ham, Sask, Cal, Win (2-2)
Nick Murdocco-Franchise- (34-22)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, Win (3-1)
Shaun Starr- Mornings (32-24)- Ham, Sask, Cal, BC (1-3)
Crazy Pierre- He's Nuts (32-24)- Edm, Sask, Mtl, BC (1-3)
Sean Campbell-Midday (32-24)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Jack Bedell- ProPlayers 32-24)- Ham, Sask, Mtl, Win (3-1)
Moe Khan- Snack (31-25) -Ham, Sask, Mtl, BC (2-2)
Cam E2- In front of Press Box (26-30)-Edm, Sask, Mtl, BC (1-3)
Injuries Pile Up
The Alouettes prepare for their remathc against The Stampeders today and to go along with Damon Duval, Kerry Watkins and Paul Lambert, look for Etienne Boulay to be wathcing form the sidelines.
It'll be Colt David Kicking in place of Duval today.
Luc Brodeur-Jourdain at the Centre position.
Matt Proulx will play the bulk of snaps if not all at Safety today.
It's beautiful sunny crisp day in Montreal expect condition to be a non-factor.
Ben Cahoon is 4 catches away from history and Chip Cox is one tackle away as well. And Scott Flory is playing in his 200th game.
None of that matter sif the Als lose.
Despiut all the injuries, Expect Billy Parker and the Als defence to get to Henry Burris and AC to keep rolling at home.
Als Win 33-30 over the Stamps
It'll be Colt David Kicking in place of Duval today.
Luc Brodeur-Jourdain at the Centre position.
Matt Proulx will play the bulk of snaps if not all at Safety today.
It's beautiful sunny crisp day in Montreal expect condition to be a non-factor.
Ben Cahoon is 4 catches away from history and Chip Cox is one tackle away as well. And Scott Flory is playing in his 200th game.
None of that matter sif the Als lose.
Despiut all the injuries, Expect Billy Parker and the Als defence to get to Henry Burris and AC to keep rolling at home.
Als Win 33-30 over the Stamps
Thursday, October 7, 2010
MFG CFL Pick'em Win'em standings thru 14 weeks
I haven't thrown an update out in awhile.
It is tight. 11 within 3 games. With only 4 of us going over .500 last week it's revenge week. I see some choices changing.
Can the East win a game?
week 15 due friday at 7pm
Edm@ ham
Tor@Sask
Cal @ml
BC @WIN
Mitch Gallo-4 Aces (32-20)- Cal, Sask, BC, Ham- (3-1)
Joey Alfieri- NHALL Tonight (32-20)- Mtl, Sask, Win, ham- (1-3)
Gary Whitaker-Franchise (32-20)- Mtl, Sask, Win, ham- (1-3)
Trex Griffin- Snack- (32-20)- Cal, Sask, Win,ham -(2-2)
Conor McKenna- Playoff Push (31-21)- Cal, sask, BC, EDM (4-0)
Nick Murdocco-Franchise- (31-21)- Mtl, Sask, BC, ham- (2-2)
Shaun Starr- Mornings (31-21)- Mtl, Sask, Win, ham- (1-3)
Crazy Pierre- He's Nuts (31-21)- Mtl, Sask, BC, Edm- (3-1)
Sean Campbell-Midday (30--22)- Cal, Sask, BC, Ham (3-1)
Jack Bedell- ProPlayers (29-23)- Mtl, Sask, Win, Ham- (1-3)
Moe Khan- Snack (29-23) -Mtl, Sask, BC, Ham- (2-2)
Cam E2- In front of Press Box (25-27)-Mtl, Sask, Win, Edm (2-2)
It is tight. 11 within 3 games. With only 4 of us going over .500 last week it's revenge week. I see some choices changing.
Can the East win a game?
week 15 due friday at 7pm
Edm@ ham
Tor@Sask
Cal @ml
BC @WIN
Mitch Gallo-4 Aces (32-20)- Cal, Sask, BC, Ham- (3-1)
Joey Alfieri- NHALL Tonight (32-20)- Mtl, Sask, Win, ham- (1-3)
Gary Whitaker-Franchise (32-20)- Mtl, Sask, Win, ham- (1-3)
Trex Griffin- Snack- (32-20)- Cal, Sask, Win,ham -(2-2)
Conor McKenna- Playoff Push (31-21)- Cal, sask, BC, EDM (4-0)
Nick Murdocco-Franchise- (31-21)- Mtl, Sask, BC, ham- (2-2)
Shaun Starr- Mornings (31-21)- Mtl, Sask, Win, ham- (1-3)
Crazy Pierre- He's Nuts (31-21)- Mtl, Sask, BC, Edm- (3-1)
Sean Campbell-Midday (30--22)- Cal, Sask, BC, Ham (3-1)
Jack Bedell- ProPlayers (29-23)- Mtl, Sask, Win, Ham- (1-3)
Moe Khan- Snack (29-23) -Mtl, Sask, BC, Ham- (2-2)
Cam E2- In front of Press Box (25-27)-Mtl, Sask, Win, Edm (2-2)
Battle of Kicks
As our good friend Herb Z from the Gazette pointed out to on Tuesday. The Alouettes will have to play week 15 against Calgary without Kicker Damon Duval who has a Hamstring injury.
Two Kickers are trying out for the gig this week at practice.
Colt David, Alouettes fans remember him from pre-season fame in Winnipeg.
Amd Sam Swank who was recently cut from the New York football Giants.
If Duval is out long term I can see this being an issue, but for one week, why don't we just call this fun. As a former football Kicker myself, I should have thrown my name in the hat for Coach Trestman, I used to be gold form 42 yards in. Now I'm getting off topic.
Special teams are so important in the CFL game 1/3 of the plays, so whoever wins will have an impact on the Alouettes ability to beat the top team in the league on monday.
Why Montreal should beat Calgary
First a quick apology to the readers, it's been awhile. I'm Sorry.
Now that that is out of the way, on to business at hand.
The Montreal Alouettes versus the Calgary Stampeders.
I love the revenge week, I love that the CFL has set it up that you play the same opponent this late into the season back to back in a home and home. The Als of course lost game one on the road, but there are many reasons why the Alouettes should win game two on Thanksgiving Monday.
1- The Als with Anthony Calvillo under centre are still perfect at Percival Molson Stadium over the last two seasons.
2-Despite Injuries to veterans (Watkins, Lambert) the Als have capable back-ups that have experience. They are not completely fresh.
3-Whenever the Als defence gave up 20 or more points two weeks straight, this season they've held their opposition to under 18 points in the next game.
4-The team won't spoil Ben Cahoon's record breaking day, He'll catch 4. Probably a TD too
5- Coach Trestman will make adjustments a) cause he lost b)because of injury, Hufnagel will not because plan A worked.
6-Henry Burris has'nt been consistant all season long, he's thrown a league high 16 INTS, the Als already have picked off 17 passes.
I could make a case on why The Stamps should win this game however, we'll save that for another day.
Now that that is out of the way, on to business at hand.
The Montreal Alouettes versus the Calgary Stampeders.
I love the revenge week, I love that the CFL has set it up that you play the same opponent this late into the season back to back in a home and home. The Als of course lost game one on the road, but there are many reasons why the Alouettes should win game two on Thanksgiving Monday.
1- The Als with Anthony Calvillo under centre are still perfect at Percival Molson Stadium over the last two seasons.
2-Despite Injuries to veterans (Watkins, Lambert) the Als have capable back-ups that have experience. They are not completely fresh.
3-Whenever the Als defence gave up 20 or more points two weeks straight, this season they've held their opposition to under 18 points in the next game.
4-The team won't spoil Ben Cahoon's record breaking day, He'll catch 4. Probably a TD too
5- Coach Trestman will make adjustments a) cause he lost b)because of injury, Hufnagel will not because plan A worked.
6-Henry Burris has'nt been consistant all season long, he's thrown a league high 16 INTS, the Als already have picked off 17 passes.
I could make a case on why The Stamps should win this game however, we'll save that for another day.
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