Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Prediction, Odds, Spread & Picks | CFL Grey Cup 2023 Preview

The Canadian Football League season finally comes to an end on Sunday when the 2023 Grey Cup Champions are crowned. This year’s annual spectacle will be played between the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Montreal Alouettes at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ontario.

Zach Collaros is headed to his fourth consecutive #GreyCup game! pic.twitter.com/HRFQ0VPxiN

— JayOnSC (@JayOnSC) November 12, 2023

Despite being the underdogs, the Alouettes hardly broke a sweat in the Eastern Final, blowing out the Toronto Argonauts to the tune of a 38-17 final score. Meanwhile, the Blue Bombers defended their home field with a 24-13 win over the BC Lions in the Western Final.

As the excitement for Sunday night increases with each passing second, this betting preview has all of your 2023 Grey Cup needs covered. Keep reading for a Blue Bombers vs Alouettes prediction, the latest CFL odds, and the best bets to make this weekend.

2023 Grey Cup Preview | Blue Bombers vs Alouettes

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Matchup Information

• Matchup: Winnipeg Blue Bombers vs. Montreal Alouettes
• Venue & Location: Tim Hortons Field (Hamilton, ON)
• Date: Sunday, Nov. 19, 2023
• Game Time: 6 p.m. ET
• Grey Cup 2023 TV Channel: TSN, CFL+

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Odds & Spread

2023 Grey Cup odds courtesy of Bovada as of Friday, Nov. 17 at 10:54 a.m. ET. Odds from other sportsbooks may also be mentioned in this article.

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Spread

• Winnipeg Blue Bombers -8 (-115)
• Montreal Alouettes +8 (-105)

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Over/Under

• Over 47.5 Points (-110)
• Under 47.5 Points (-110)

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Moneyline

• Winnipeg Blue Bombers -400
• Montreal Alouettes +300

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Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Betting Trends

• Winnipeg is 14-5 straight up in its last 19 road games.
• Montreal is 3-10 straight up in its last 13 games vs. Winnipeg.
• Winnipeg is 9-3 ATS in its last 12 road games vs. Montreal.
• Montreal is 7-1 ATS in its last eight games this season.
• The total has hit the Over in six of Winnipeg’s last seven road games.
• The total has hit the Over in nine of Montreal’s last 13 games vs. Winnipeg.

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Prediction & Best Bet: Grey Cup 2023

This is the first time in CFL history that the Blue Bombers and Alouettes are meeting in the Grey Cup. Having said that, Canadian football’s biggest game isn’t anything new for the odds-on favorites.

No team has made more Grey Cup appearances (27) than the Blue Bombers. This is the fourth consecutive season that Winnipeg is playing in the annual spectacle, having won back-to-back outings before losing 24-23 to the Argonauts in 2022.

But even if they weren’t successful last year, it’s clear that the Blue Bombers have the experience advantage in this matchup. The Alouettes, meanwhile, haven’t competed for a championship since they won back-to-back Grey Cups in 2009 and 2010.

Additionally, the Blue Bombers have had the Alouettes’ number over the last two years, winning three of four matchups during that span. That includes Winnipeg winning both of the 2023 regular-season meetings by a combined score of 64-20.

However, a lot has changed since these teams last met in August. For instance, the Alouettes head into the Grey Cup on a seven-game winning streak, winning those games by a plus-16 average scoring margin. That streak features three upset victories — including when Montreal was a +10 underdog in the Eastern Final.

It’s also worth noting that the Alouettes’ late-season turnaround led to their owning the second-best scoring defense, only trailing the Blue Bombers. In fact, Montreal has held its last seven opponents to an average of 14.1 points.

Alouettes head coach Jason Maas with an all-time post game interview. @CFL @Alouettes pic.twitter.com/E2SF9b3Kmb

— TSN (@TSN_Sports) November 11, 2023

But even with the Alouettes’ impressive play as of late, I can’t forget that the Blue Bombers are the CFL’s best team for a reason. Between the previous Grey Cup experience and loaded roster on both sides of the ball, Winnipeg will capture its third title since 2019.

Nevertheless, I do expect the game to be closer than the odds imply, hence why I’m taking Montreal on the spread. The Alouettes have shocked their doubters lately, leading to a 6-1 ATS record over the last seven games.

Considering how the Blue Bombers are 2-5 ATS in their last seven outings outside of Winnipeg, I won’t be surprised if the underdogs make the favorites sweat a bit.

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Prediction: WPG wins

Bet: MTL +8 (-105 on Bovada)

Blue Bombers vs Alouettes Best Player Prop: CFL Grey Cup 2023

The 2023 CFL Grey Cup is littered with promising player props, but I’m going with the Over on Brady Oliveira’s 87.5-yard rushing total as the best option.

What a drive from Brady Oliveira! pic.twitter.com/QPcxSLu3xF

— JayOnSC (@JayOnSC) November 11, 2023

After rushing for a career-high 1,540 yards during the regular season, the 2023 Most Outstanding Canadian just torched the Lions for 109 ground yards in the Western Final. As a result, Oliveira has hit the Over on this prop seven times this season with two of those instances coming against Montreal.

With a high of 46 degrees being projected for Hamilton on Sunday, the Blue Bombers could look to run the ball more often, boding well for Oliveira to smash the Over once again.

Bet: Brady Oliveira o87.5 Rushing Yards (-115 on Bovada)

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2023 CFL Grey Cup FAQ

When is the 2023 CFL Grey Cup?

• The 2023 CFL Grey Cup is on Sunday, Nov. 19 at 6 p.m. ET.

Where is the 2023 CFL Grey Cup?

• The 2023 CFL Grey Cup is taking place at Tim Hortons Field in Hamilton, Ontario.

Who is playing in the 2023 CFL Grey Cup?

• The Winnipeg Blue Bombers and Montreal Alouettes are playing in the 2023 CFL Grey Cup — their first clash at the annual event.

Who won the last CFL Grey Cup?

• The Toronto Argonauts won the 2022 CFL Grey Cup, defeating the Blue Bombers by a 24-23 final score at Mosaic Stadium in Regina, SK.

What channel is the 2023 CFL Grey Cup?

• The 2023 CFL Grey Cup can be viewed on TSN for Canadian viewers, as well as on the CFL+ app for those outside of Canada.

Who is the 2023 CFL Grey Cup Halftime Performer?

• Grammy Award-winning rock band Green Day will headline the Twisted Tea Halftime Show at the 2023 CFL Grey Cup.

How to Bet on the 2023 CFL Grey Cup

• Most reputable sportsbooks — including BetDSI — offer 2023 CFL Grey Cup betting markets.