Montreal Alouettes down four starting defenders against Edmonton Elks
The Montreal Alouettes have placed four starting defensive players on the injured list ahead of their upcoming game against the Edmonton Elks. The team has adjusted its depth chart to include replacements for key positions like defensive tackle and linebacker.
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Roster changes significantly impact the competitive outlook for professional sports teams during the regular season.
The Montreal Alouettes have moved four starting defensive players to the one-game injured list ahead of Saturday’s game against the Edmonton Elks. All four were non-participants in practice this week. The team issued its official depth chart on Friday morning.
Mustafa Johnson (knee) will be replaced at defensive tackle by Decarius Hawthorne, who made two starts to begin the season before being placed on the practice roster. The six-foot-two, 289-pound native of Birmingham, Ala. made three defensive tackles in those outings, helping Montreal win both games.
Johnson has had a strong start to the year, recording 17 defensive tackles and four sacks over eight regular-season games. The 27-year-old has made 122 defensive tackles, 21 sacks, one forced fumble, and one touchdown over five seasons with the Alouettes, earning an All-East Division selection in 2023.
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