Overview
- Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander said he feels 75–90% after hamstring treatment and remains a key variable at kickoff.
- Saskatchewan activated Canadian receivers Ajou Ajou and Mitchell Picton for the game, with Dhel Duncan-Busby and Joe Robustelli coming off the roster.
- Princess Auto Stadium was evacuated during the Alouettes’ walkthrough after a burst water pipe triggered a fire alarm, and the team returned to its hotel.
- The Grey Cup is sold out in Winnipeg, with a forecast near -4 C at kickoff and halftime headliner mgk following a kickoff show by Our Lady Peace and the anthem by Catie St. Germain.
- Montreal players said they hope Blue Bombers fans in attendance will root for the Alouettes over rival Saskatchewan.