The Montreal Alouettes have found their man. Jason Maas, the Roughriders’ offensive coordinator for the past two seasons, was named head coach by general manager Danny Maciocia.
Maas becomes the 27e head coach in team history. He previously served in that role with Edmonton, from 2016-19, and made the playoffs with Team Alberta three times in his four seasons.
“I am extremely happy to be able to hire a coach of Jason’s caliber,” Maciocia said in a statement. He has valuable experience as a head coach in the CFL, in addition to being a true leader of men. Having worked with him during my career and having maintained close contact over the years, I am convinced that Jason is the right person to allow us to continue our ascent. »
Maas had been the Alouettes’ backup quarterback in 2007. It is therefore a return to the metropolis for him.
“I am very happy to join the big Alouettes family,” he said. The team showed great things last season and I intend to continue and complement the work that Danny has done so that we can experience even more success. I can’t wait to get to work and work hand in hand with the players and the coaches so that we all become better. »