The best is yet to come for Davis Alexander

The big question still hangs in the air in Montreal: will Davis Alexander be ready to resume his role as quarterback next Saturday against the Roughriders in Saskatchewan?

For the Alouettes, this decision could well define the rest of their season.

Alexander's left thigh injury had worsened his condition, prompting head coach Jason Maas and general manager Danny Maciocia to advocate patience. Maciocia had even stated that, once Alexander had recovered, two additional weeks' rest would be considered before sending him back into action. But the reality on the field changed all that.

The Alouettes (5-7) are going through a difficult sequence of five consecutive losses. This slide has weakened their position in the standings, while Toronto and Ottawa are closing the gap. Against this backdrop, the temptation to bring Alexander back sooner rather than later becomes ever stronger.

A difficult choice for Jason Maas

When asked about the situation, Maas remained firm: “It doesn't change.” However, he did admit to seeing some encouraging signs. “When I saw Davis pitch before the game, that was the time he looked the best to me since his injury. That gives me hope.”

In the meantime, Maas must decide on the identity of his starter. Cameron Dukes could get more reps this week, especially if James Morgan is still struggling to convince after a disappointing second start. Dukes would represent an interesting alternative to stabilize the attack, even if the organization remains hopeful of seeing Alexander back soon.

The main problem, however, remains offensive: in their last five losses, the Alouettes have scored an average of just 13.6 points per game. “The sinews of war are long sequences, and that's what's eluding us at the moment,” stressed Maas.

Even so, veteran Dylan Wynn refuses to give in to pessimism: “We'll respond to this performance, we're united and we'll come back stronger.”

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