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Published Nov 06, 2025 • 4 minute read
Montreal Alouettes' Stevie Scott III is defended by Winnipeg Blue Bombers Jamal Woods (91) during second half Eastern semifinal action, in Montreal on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025.
"I was waiting for my chance to show the world," says Alouettes tailback Stevie Scott III, who rushed for 133 yards and two touchdowns in Montreal's Eastern semifinal win over the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Saturday. Photo by Christopher Katsarov /The Canadian Press
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But for Stevie Scott III, it proved to be his path to the Alouettes. And although it took him almost two seasons, the 25-year-old tailback has finally become a thing. The journey and wait, he said, were worth the experience.
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“It’s all about keeping the faith, trusting yourself and your abilities,” Scott said this week after a practice at Stade Hébert. “Being patient. Patience is a virtue. Patience can take you a long way. It helped me throughout this long season, being patient, waiting my turn and staying positive throughout all the ups and downs. And keeping a positive mindset.”
Scott dressed for 10 games this season as the Als went through four tailbacks because of injuries. And the 6-foot-1, 218-pounder proved to be the leading rusher on a team that doesn’t run the ball extensively. The native of Syracuse, N.Y., gained 418 yards on 86 carries (4.9-yard average) with one touchdown. That included 19 carries for 125 yards at Saskatchewan on Sept. 13.
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Scott had a career game last Saturday, gaining 133 yards on 18 carries and scoring two touchdowns, in the Als’ East Division semifinal victory against Winnipeg. He hopes to be one of Montreal’s difference-makers this Saturday, when Montreal travels to Hamilton for the division final with a berth in the Grey Cup on the line.
“I’d like to say I’ve always been … a complete player that’s willing to make plays,” he said. “A dynamic player whenever he steps on the field. I’m happy it has finally come to light. My teammates and everyone in the organization already knew the type of player I am. I was waiting for my chance to show the world.”
Although Scott set freshman records at Indiana University in 2018 — he gained 1,137 yards while scoring 10 touchdowns and had six 100-yard games — he wasn’t drafted and bounced around the NFL. That included two stints with Denver and one each in New Orleans and Arizona, but no games.
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With no other options, Scott spent two seasons in the UFL, first with Michigan before signing with San Antonio in 2024, but never playing for the Brahmas. He came to the Als on the advice of an agent, according to general manager Danny Maciocia.
Alouettes tailback Stevie Scott III celebrates a touchdown against the Redblacks in Ottawa on Oct. 18.
Alouettes tailback Stevie Scott III celebrates a touchdown against the Redblacks in Ottawa on Oct. 18. Photo by Spencer Colby /The Canadian Press
“It all depends on your heart and faith,” he said. “How much you believe in yourself and your ability. I knew the type of person and player I am. I never gave up on myself. There were times I felt that other people didn’t believe in me or gave up on me, but I never gave up on myself.
“Playing (in the UFL) is great exposure,” Scott added. “It’s a great way to get back into the NFL. It’s great for players that are up and coming, that are trying to make a roster or get their career up and going. It’s in the best interests of players who need film and want to make the most of their situation. Any negative situations I’ve encountered throughout my pro career, I think positive. Hard times don’t last, but strong people do.”
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While there will never be another Mike Pringle, Scott might be the closest version the Als have had. While Scott is mobile enough to make a tackler miss, he prefers running through and over defenders. And he gets stronger as the game progresses. Through the first half against Winnipeg, he had 47 yards on eight carries.
“Stevie did his part,” Als head coach Jason Maas said. “Winnipeg was giving us some things on second down to run the ball — and we took advantage of it. It’s one thing to be given those advantages. It’s another to execute. That’s what our guys did at a very high level. Guys finished their blocks and Stevie finished the runs.”
While Maas realizes his team faces a formidable challenge against the Tiger-Cats, he knows momentum is on their side — as it was in the 2023 division final at Toronto against the 16-2 Argonauts. Montreal lost last season’s division final at home to Toronto.
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“You want to … live off the energy of the last game,” Maas said. “This is the time of year. We’ve waited a full year to come full circle from last year. Everyone believed we’d be here, but it takes a lot of hard work, determination and consistency to make it happen. I applaud our guys for that. We want to take that next step now.”
Meanwhile, guard Pier-Olivier Lestage (neck) returned to practice on Thursday. Defensive-tackle Mustafa Johnson (shoulder) has been limited this week after missing the Winnipeg game and will likely be a game-time decision.
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