Travis Theis could become the Alouettes’ unexpected hero

While all eyes will be on veteran quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson, Alouettes ball carrier Travis Theis intends to seize the opportunity to stand out against the Roughriders on Saturday in Saskatchewan.

Aged just 24, Theis could see his role in the Montreal attack increase considerably, especially with the absence of Sean Thomas Erlington, sidelined with a neck injury. i take pride in being a ball carrier,” said Theis. I want to play to the best of my ability and use my skills. There are a lot of things I want to accomplish for this team, including scoring several touchdowns.”

The athlete, formerly of the South Dakota University Coyotes, scored his first major of the season on August 8 against the Edmonton Elks, returning a punt 80 yards. In his final collegiate season, he scored 19 touchdowns on the ground in 13 games, bringing his career total to 40. This season in the CFL, he has accumulated 359 yards on the ground and 162 yards through the air in 11 games.

An Alouettes forward in search of victory

Bethel-Thompson'sreturn to action after an elbow injury could prompt the quarterback to lean more on Theis as he takes on the Roughriders' stout defense. Despite a five-game losing streak, Bethel-Thompson remains optimistic:

“There's a rhythm to be found in every game. We have a fantastic team with a lot of talented players. Everyone understands where we're at, we just need to get back to winning ways.”

Theis, meanwhile, is ready to play and support his quarterback, whether carrying the ball or making vital blocks. “Bethel's return was a surprise to me and it's very exciting,” he added confidently.

The Alouettes' offense will be without several key components, including Davis Alexander, Cole Spieker and Alexander Hollins, while the defense will have to cope without Shawn Lemon, Shawn Oakman and Artur Hamlin. Despite these absences, Theis could well take his chance and make his mark against the Roughriders.

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