Two-high shell neutralized Montreal's explosive passing attack.

Winnipeg held the Alouettes under 30 points for the first time this season by deploying a two-high safety shell, taking away the deep shots that defined their 9-1 start. Evan Holm's pre-game confidence in the matchup was validated as the corners played aggressive press underneath, forcing Cody Fajardo into short, contested throws rather than the chunk plays Montreal thrives on.