Ottawa Redblacks vs Montreal Alouettes: Preview, Predictions & Betting Analysis
Match Overview
Montreal Alouettes go in as commanding favourites here, and the prices leave little doubt.
Ottawa Redblacks take on Montreal Alouettes in this CFL matchup, on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Ottawa Redblacks bring 5 defeats from their last 5 (L-L-L-L-L, most recent first), averaging 26.4 points scored and 36.8 conceded.
Montreal Alouettes bring 4 wins and 1 defeat from their last 5 (W-W-W-W-L, most recent first), averaging 34.4 points scored and 29.4 conceded.
In 1 previous meeting, Ottawa Redblacks have won 0, drawn 0 and lost 1. Their most recent meeting finished 35-37 to Montreal Alouettes. Those meetings have averaged 72.0 points.
Market Read
Bookmakers make Montreal Alouettes strong favourites at 1.33, a 76% chance across 31 books.
Best prices across the market: Montreal Alouettes at 1.33 (76%), Ottawa Redblacks at 4.13 (24%).
The model projects around 28-34 points, favouring Montreal Alouettes by about 6 points (derived from totals + spread lines).
Value & Signals
There's a moderate 6% gap between the best and worst of 31 books.
Market Activity
35 bookmakers are currently pricing this matchup. Over the past seven days, prices have held steady.
Betting Verdict
For a longer shot, Ottawa Redblacks are available at 4.13 (24%).
Montreal Alouettes are the market's pick at 76%. There's no standout price edge here, so it's a confidence call rather than a value one. Book agreement rates this a medium-confidence call.
