We’re doing this week’s Monday Morning Quarterback with the memory of Jayden Dalke heavy on our hearts. We’re sending thoughts and love to his family and friends, his teammates in Saskatchewan, and the entire Roughriders family.

It’s perhaps a little hard to believe but it’s also true: with Week 7 wrapping up Sunday night, we’re a third of the way through the 2026 regular season.

A few teams have separated themselves from the pack while a couple others look very ready to break through. With the league picture a little clearer, yet with plenty of runway in front of us, here are four observations at the one-third mark.

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DAVIS ALEXANDER IS THE REAL DEAL

Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander is unquestionably one of your early frontrunners for George Reed Most Outstanding Player. Knowing what Alexander accomplished last season in his first year as a starter and knowing how long Als fans have been clamouring for him to get his shot, this isn’t a shocking........

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