Football (CFL)

EDMONTON — The goal for the Montreal Alouettes is simple — clinch second place in the CFL's East Division and lock down a home playoff game.

TORONTO — A career milestone will have to wait for A.J. Ouellette. The rugged American running back won't play Saturday night when the Toronto Argonauts host the Ottawa Redblacks at BMO Field.

TORONTO — Defensive co-ordinator Corey Mace has signed a contract extension with the Toronto Argonauts. Mace is in his second season leading the Argonauts' defence.

CALGARY — The Calgary Stampeders have to win it to stay in it.

For Deontai Williams, father does indeed know best. Williams is in his first season as a defensive back with the Saskatchewan Roughriders. But before the 27-year-old Jacksonville, Fla.

HAMILTON — It's taken longer — much longer — than expected but Bo Levi Mitchell will finally make a home start for the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. The veteran quarterback will be under centre Friday night when Hamilton (8-8) hosts the B.C. Lions (11-5).

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Elks say the upper bowl at Commonwealth Stadium will be closed for the 2024 CFL season. The Elks say the move is aimed at improving the atmosphere at the outdoor stadium.

It's a pivotal matchup for Dave and Craig Dickenson. The brothers will be on opposite sidelines Friday night when the Calgary Stampeders host the Saskatchewan Roughriders in an important CFL contest for both teams.

TORONTO — A return to the starting lineup earned quarterback Chad Kelly a top grade in the CFL's weekly honour roll. Kelly earned a score of 90.4 for his play in the Toronto Argonauts 35-12 home win over the Edmonton Elks.

MONTREAL — After sitting on 99 sacks for a game, Shawn Lemon had an added incentive to reach the centennial mark with Mom and Dad making the trip to Montreal on Monday. Lemon secured sack No.