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Alouettes’ Tyler Snead Emerging as CFL’s Breakout Star, Fueling Montreal’s Hot Start
Montreal, QC – While the Montreal Alouettes boast a perfect 2-0 record, standing alone atop the CFL’s East Division, a key factor in their early success is the electrifying play of wide receiver Tyler Snead. The third-year player is quickly becoming a fan favorite and a crucial component of the Alouettes’ potent offense, exceeding expectations and proving his resilience after a challenging 2024 season.
(Image: The provided image of Tyler Snead making a catch. Alt text: “tyler Snead of the Montreal Alouettes celebrates a reception.”)
From Injury Setback to Explosive Plays
Snead’s impressive start to the 2025 CFL season – 7 receptions for 151 yards in just two games – is particularly noteworthy considering he was hampered by a foot injury last year. After a stellar rookie campaign in 2023 (56 catches, 788 yards, 5 TDs), Snead saw his production dip to 24 receptions for 253 yards in seven contests in 2024.
“That was like my first major injury, the first time I had to miss games and it was definitely tough,” Snead admitted. Though, thanks to dedicated rehabilitation with the Alouettes’ medical staff, he’s returned to form, showing no lingering effects. “They did a great job with rehab and treatment so coming back for the last six games (in ’24) and this year, I haven’t even noticed it.”
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