Redblacks' Dru Brown Returns, But Stampeders Miss Vernon Adams Jr.
Alright, so here’s the story going into Week 9 of the CFL season—it’s an interesting one, especially with the quarterback situation. The Ottawa Redblacks are finally getting some good news after a rough stretch. They’re coming off a bye week, and more importantly, their starting quarterback Dru Brown is set to return after recovering from a neck injury.
If you remember, Brown had been sidelined since that tough 30-15 loss to the Hamilton Tiger-Cats back on July 20th. That was Ottawa’s fourth straight defeat, and things were looking pretty bleak for them at 1-6. But now, with Brown cleared and ready to go, there’s a bit of renewed energy in the Redblacks' camp. It’s not just about having him back physically—it’s also a mental and emotional boost for a team that’s been really searching for some momentum.
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Now on the other side of the field, the Calgary Stampeders, who’ve been solid this season with a 5-2 record, are dealing with some unfortunate timing. Their starting QB, Vernon Adams Jr., is out with a head injury he picked up during their narrow 23-21 loss to the Montreal Alouettes last week. That game was a tough one—tight right up to the end—but Adams Jr. had to leave early, and now it’s confirmed he won’t be suiting up for this matchup.
So P.J. Walker is stepping in for Calgary, making his first CFL start. And that’s huge. We’re going from two expected starters to a matchup that suddenly feels a lot more unpredictable. Walker has CFL experience, but this will be the first time he's leading the offense from the start, and doing it on the road against a desperate Ottawa squad.
This shift in quarterbacks on both sides really changes the dynamic. What was shaping up to be a comfortable night for Calgary is now looking like a bit of a wildcard game. Ottawa will be eager to snap their losing streak, and with Brown back under center, there’s some hope they can get it done. Meanwhile, the Stamps will be counting on their run game—led by Dedrick Mills—and defense to carry the load while Walker finds his rhythm.
So, kickoff is set for 7:30 PM Eastern, and if you’re outside Canada, you can catch it on CFL+. For fans in Canada, it’s on TSN or RDS. Definitely a game to keep an eye on—not just for the standings, but to see how these QB stories unfold.
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