The Bombers' offense mathematically cannot outscore Montreal, forcing a defensive miracle.

Montreal enters at 9-1 with a seven-game win streak, never scoring under 30 points, while Winnipeg averages just 24.7 (seventh). To win, the defense—led by Major Williams and Evan Holm—must hold the Alouettes under 30 for the first time all season, a daunting task against Davis Alexander's deep-ball attack.