With the playoffs just two weeks away, the postseason picture is already settled for both the Montreal Alouettes and BC Lions. However, that doesn’t mean there isn’t a betting edge to be found ahead of Saturday night’s battle in Vancouver.
With Vernon Adams Jr. looking to cement himself as BC's starter in the postseason and Davis Alexander playing well under center for Montreal, my Alouettes vs. Lions predictions expect both offenses to move the chains.
Find out more in my CFL picks for Saturday, October 19.
Alouettes vs Lions prediction
My best bet
Over 48.5 (-110 at FanDuel)
My analysis
Although Vernon Adams Jr. has attempted just seven passes over the BC Lions' last eight games, Nathan Rourke's struggles were enough for head coach Rick Campbell to make the switch at quarterback for their Week 20 matchup against the Montreal Alouettes.
It's easy to forget that Adams was spearheading CFL MOP odds at one point, as the former Oregon product was the league leader in both passing yards and passing touchdowns entering Week 9. However, Adams and the Leos hit a wall by losing five straight, and when the dual-threat pivot went down with a knee injury on August 2, BC made the call to sign Nathan Rourke after his release from the NFL.
Following Rourke leading BC to a disappointing 3-5 record with a 4-9 TD/INT ratio, Adams will look to prove that he should be under center once the playoffs arrive. I expect Adams to let his "Big Play VA" moniker come alive, being aggressive down the field while Montreal's offense plays catch up.
Despite the Leos' offense struggles, Adams boasted 330+ passing yards in five of his eight starts this season. The receiving corps also remains loaded — featuring CFL yards leader Justin McInnis, former Minnesota Vikings wideout Alexander Hollins, and 2023 All-Star Keion Hatcher.
Bank on a high-scoring track meet inside BC Place.
Alouettes vs Lions same-game parlay (SGP)
Over 48.5
Lions moneyline
With markets limited due to playoff seeding being locked in for each team, we'll have to settle with picking a side.
The Lions have been in a freefall since starting the season 5-1, so a win heading into the Western Semi-Final is crucial for BC to regain some momentum.
They already got the best of the Als back in Week 14, prevailing 37-23 at Percival Molson Stadium. As -130 favorites, let's back BC to create a nice little multiplier for our best bet.
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Alouettes vs Lions odds
Alouettes vs Lions live odds
Alouettes vs Lions opening odds
- Spread: Montreal -1.5 (-105) | BC +1.5 (-115)
- Moneyline: Montreal -115 | BC -105
- Over/Under: Over 46.5 (-11) | Under 46.5 (-110)
Alouettes vs Lions spread and Over/Under analysis
- The Alouettes are 1-4 ATS in their last five games overall.
- The Lions are 4-1 ATS versus teams with a winning record.
- The Over is 4-1 in Montreal's last five games following a win.
Alouettes vs Lions trend
Montreal is 4-17 ATS in its last 21 meetings in BC. Find more CFL betting trends for Alouettes vs. Lions.
Alouettes vs Lions game info
| Location: | BC Place, Vancouver, BC |
| Date: | Saturday, 10-19-2024 |
| Kick-off: | 7:00 p.m. ET |
| TV: | TSN |
Alouettes vs Lions key injuries
Alouettes: Mustafa Johnson DL (Out), Frederic Chagnon DB (Out), Tysen-Otis Copeland DB (Out), Kristian Matte OL (Out), Cre'von Leblanc DB (Out), Brock Gowanlock FB (Out).
Lions: Jevon Cottoy WR (Questionable), Ciante Evans DB (Out), Adrian Green DB (Out), Tyler Packer OL (Out).
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Alouettes vs Lions weather
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