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QB Jake Maier to start for Saskatchewan Roughriders, Trevor Harris ruled out against B.C. Lions
By 3Down Staff -June 27, 2025
The Saskatchewan Roughriders have officially ruled out starting quarterback Trevor Harris for their Week 4 matchup with the B.C. Lions, placing him on the one-game injured list.
The 39-year-old passer missed practice on Tuesday and Wednesday due to a head/illness designation but was a full participant on Thursday, as per the team's official report. On Wednesday, head coach Corey Mace confirmed the health issue was concussion-related after Harris took a high hit from defensive lineman Jordan Williams in last week's win over Toronto. Williams was fined for the hit on Thursday.
Veteran backup Jake Maier will get the start for the Riders after being acquired via trade this offseason. The 28-year-old has appeared in 66 career CFL games, all with the Calgary Stampeders, and had been that team's starter since mid-way through the 2022 season. He finished his tenure in Calgary having thrown for 11,685 yards, 60 touchdowns, and 39 interceptions.
In a corresponding move, Saskatchewan activated Jack Coan off the one-game in order to back up Maier.
On the other side of the ball, Canadian linebacker Melique Straker will miss this week with a thigh injury, while American defensive tackle Caleb Sanders will be a healthy scratch. American defensive back Antoine Brooks Jr. and Canadian defensive lineman Benoit Marion will dress in a depth capacity.
The Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-0) will host the B.C. Lions (1-2) at Mosaic Stadium on Saturday, June 28 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The weather forecast calls for a high of 24 degrees with a 40 percent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms.
The game will be broadcast on TSN and CTV in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and can be streamed on CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 980 CKNW in Vancouver or 620 CKRM in Regina.
https://3downnation.com/2025/06/27/qb-jake-maier-to-start-for-saskatchewan-roughriders-trevor-harris-ruled-out-against-b-c-lions/
Canadian QB Nathan Rourke game-time decision as B.C. Lions starter vs. Riders
By 3Down Staff -June 27, 2025
The B.C. Lions have listed Nathan Rourke as a game-time decision to start against the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Saturday.
The Canadian quarterback was a limited participant in practice all week and took no reps with the starting unit on Thursday. He is attempting to return from an oblique injury that caused him to miss last week's game.
The 27-year-old started B.C.'s first two games of the season, leading the team to a win over Edmonton in Week 1 and a loss to Winnipeg in Week 2. He has thrown for 573 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception and rushed 11 times for 112 yards and one score so far this season.
If Rourke is unable to go, veteran backup Jeremiah Masoli is expected to take the reins for a second consecutive week. In roughly five quarters of relief action this season, the 36-year-old has completed 32-of-54 passes for 365 yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions.
Neither quarterback is expected to have the same level of protection, as the Lions have placed prized offseason acquisition Dejon Allen on the six-game injured list. The all-star right tackle and former Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman winner suffered an arm injury last week that will hold him out long term. American Chris Schleuger will get the start in that spot, while former first-round pick Anu Una returns from a preseason injury as extra insurance.
On the other side of the line of scrimmage, defensive tackle Jonah Tavai has been placed on the one-game injured list with a calf issue and will be replaced in the starting lineup by Marcus Moore. Rookie safety Jackson Findlay and returner Seven McGee will also be unable to dress with hamstring issues, leaving return duties to the recently signed Phillip Brooks.
The B.C. Lions (1-2) will visit the Saskatchewan Roughriders (3-0) at Mosaic Stadium on Saturday, June 28 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The weather forecast calls for a high of 24 degrees with a 40 percent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms.
The game will be broadcast on TSN and CTV in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and can be streamed on CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 980 CKNW in Vancouver or 620 CKRM in Regina.
https://3downnation.com/2025/06/27/canadian-qb-nathan-rourke-game-time-decision-as-b-c-lions-starter-vs-riders/
B.C. Lions name QB Jeremiah Masoli starter, will sit Nathan Rourke vs. Riders
By 3Down Staff -June 28, 2025
The B.C. Lions didn't need until game time to make their quarterback decision, naming Jeremiah Masoli the starter with just over two hours to go until kickoff against the Saskatchewan Roughriders.
Canadian quarterback Nathan Rourke was initially listed as the starter with a game-time decision designation, but will now drop down to become the third-stringer for a second consecutive game. He was a limited participant in practice all week and took no reps with the starting unit on Thursday while recovering from an oblique injury.
The 27-year-old started B.C.'s first two games of the season, leading the team to a win over Edmonton in Week 1 and a loss to Winnipeg in Week 2. He has thrown for 573 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception and rushed 11 times for 112 yards and one score so far this season.
https://3downnation.com/2025/06/28/b-c-lions-name-qb-jeremiah-masoli-starter-will-sit-nathan-rourke-vs-riders/
Come on BC time to wake up.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on June 28, 2025, 09:33:12 PMCome on BC time to wake up.
my faith in masoli is pretty low..hope i am wrong.
Quote from: The Zipp on June 28, 2025, 09:58:24 PMmy faith in masoli is pretty low..hope i am wrong.
The question is not what's your faith in Masoli, the question is what's your faith in Maier being better than Masoli...
This one is a tough call for me. If it was being played in BC I'd be a lot more confident.
But never underestimate Maier's ability to completely screw everything up. As we saw last night in HAM, QB is *everything*.
A win by the Lions helps the Bombers. We'd remain the only undefeated team and would be in 1st place in the WFC. A loss by the Riders is never a bad thing.
Weird to see Maier in green.
Masoli is playing like Masoli
is it time for Masoli to take a seat ?
he is playing terrible
With the weapons they have available both of these QBs need to be better.
Quote from: The Zipp on June 28, 2025, 11:33:27 PMis it time for Masoli to take a seat ?
he is playing terrible
Hard no, best option at the moment
Patience it's early
Quote from: The Zipp on June 28, 2025, 11:33:27 PMis it time for Masoli to take a seat ?
he is playing terrible
YES!
Guys career is over.
Time for Chase Bryce
Apparently Chase has been with BC for few years!
Quote from: J5V on June 28, 2025, 11:34:33 PMWith the weapons they have available both of these QBs need to be better.
Where is super punch face when you need him? :D
is Betts one of the most overated players in the league?
My gawd do the Lions suck
riders have oulette vs a bad BC run defence
WTH is Peters doing?
He sucks big time these days.
Tommy automatic NO MORE.
Time to kiss Ouelette's *** because he got 90 yards in each of the last 2 weeks.
BC is a desaster.
No fumble there, IMO.
Quote from: Pete on June 28, 2025, 11:37:23 PMis Betts one of the most overated players in the league?
He's certainly one of the biggest whiners. He is ******** at an official seemingly every play.
Maier's deep ball is a sad situation.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on June 28, 2025, 11:45:07 PMTime to kiss Ouelette's *** because he got 90 yards in each of the last 2 weeks.
BC is a desaster.
Buck is not looking very happy. BC needs Rourke to come back ASAP but can Rourke stay healthy?
Who's the first first year coach to get the axe, Buck or Killam?
Quote from: BlueInCgy on June 28, 2025, 11:51:47 PMWho's the first first year coach to get the axe, Buck or Killam?
neither are getting fired this season
Nice nice drive by them cats.
good drive by bc. the running game will help masoli
There we go. Nice drive by Masoli there. BC up 7-6.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on June 28, 2025, 11:35:20 PMYES!
Guys career is over.
Time for Chase Bryce
Apparently Chase has been with BC for few years!
Nope its not over
He is a good backup
Bryce will be ready one day but not yet, imo
Riders run D is not good either.
noticed that ine last game, Masoli rather than take a sack just does anything to get rid of ball,
intentional ground this time, but he has to be smarter or he's just gonna get hurt
at the beginning of the year I confess I thought compared to other teams we had one of the weaker backup qb rooms , but lately after seeing Masoli, Maier, Schlitz etc Im liking our qbs
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on Today at 12:00:40 AMRiders run D is not good either.
Today some holes yes, 1st three games Sasks run d has been great
Quote from: Pete on Today at 12:05:28 AMat the beginning of the year I confess I thought compared to other teams we had one of the weaker backup qb rooms , but lately after seeing Masoli, Maier, Schlitz etc Im liking our qbs
As much as I want to agree with you, I wish we'd sign Dukes as insurance
Quote from: Pete on Today at 12:05:28 AMat the beginning of the year I confess I thought compared to other teams we had one of the weaker backup qb rooms , but lately after seeing Masoli, Maier, Schlitz etc Im liking our qbs
we have a Great QB room currently. Even McLeod Bethel Thompson looked like a bum yesterday. Lol
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 12:06:54 AMAs much as I want to agree with you, I wish we'd sign Dukes as insurance
Has anyone even bothered signing the guy?
Quote from: J5V on June 28, 2025, 11:45:46 PMNo fumble there, IMO.
It was clearly not a fumble. Knee was down.
Betts is the d lineman version of Bo Levi.
Maier is so slow even compared to mbt
Betts makes a nice play there.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on Today at 12:08:43 AMHas anyone even bothered signing the guy?
Not to the best of my knowledge, but once there's a starter on the 6 game not named Chad Kelly he'll get scooped up
surprised Butler got up so quick after that hit
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 12:11:27 AMNot to the best of my knowledge, but once there's a starter on the 6 game not named Chad Kelly he'll get scooped up
him still not signed tells you something.
I like ARTOPOEUS more than Dukes
get heat on masoli and he tosses hospital balls way too high
Penalty party tonight
Maier goes for a dive. What a joke.
that roughing the passer was kinda weak
Quote from: The Zipp on Today at 12:14:43 AMget heat on masoli and he tosses hospital balls way too high
He is licensed for killing his receivers.
maybe they should change his number to 007
That's RTP? Good grief that's a horrible call! Riders getting some help again?
Betts just runs by the RB. what a joke.
Quote from: Pete on Today at 12:21:47 AMmaybe they should change his number to 007
:D
Maier SACKED.
Betts left arm is dead.
betts arm got crushed - hopefully just a stinger
At this point if you sneeze on the QB it's RTP
Butler is taking a licking but keeps on ticking.
Hey McInnis you're mile offside you putz.
AIR BALL!!!!
Suitor makes my brain hurt. "THat offside took them out of field goal range".
Um it took a TD off the board.
And lead to a pick 6.
Masoli can\t make that throw anymore...terrible play
just bench him already.
Masoli you bloody foo! Please retire for everyone's sake. Wow, just wow.
Refs are trying their best to give the game to the Riders. Brutal reffing must be from saskabush
What a change in fortunes. Masoli drops an absolute dime in there to McInnis.but McInnis is OS. Next play pick-6 Riders. Buck will be losing his mind!
Chase Bryce in the 2nd hopefully. Not that I am not enjoying watching the Lions burn after being anointed West kings in the off season, but still can't cheer a Rider win.
Masoli is a nice good hearted guy but he sucks playing pro QB.
What's the crowd like? I've never seen TSN try to hug the field with the cameras as much as they are today. Even on high punts. That's usually a sign the crowd is pathetic.
Sad. It's a perfect 23C there right now.
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 12:27:26 AMSuitor makes my brain hurt. "THat offside took them out of field goal range".
Um it took a TD off the board.
And lead to a pick 6.
That was unreal.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on Today at 12:29:57 AMMasoli is a nice good hearted guy but he sucks playing pro QB.
Bad half
Hasn't found a lot of success the recent years but he has previously found success in this league
I not big on his game but I believe you are being a little hard on him
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on Today at 12:29:57 AMMasoli is a nice good hearted guy but he sucks playing pro QB.
father time has caught up to him...happens to everyone.
get the young guy in there and see what he can do.
That Masoli pass pick 6....
Not a great play call.
Quote from: J5V on June 28, 2025, 11:45:46 PMNo fumble there, IMO.
Ya, knee DBC.
In other leagues they don't look at each camera in isolation, they can time-sync them and look at all cameras in a time-synced manner. Thus they can use the one cam to see the knee was down and the other cam showing at the exact same moment that the ball was not out yet.
Great pat-strip attempt by the D though, great effort play.
Quote from: J5V on June 28, 2025, 11:51:12 PMBuck is not looking very happy. BC needs Rourke to come back ASAP but can Rourke stay healthy?
Ya, Buck ain't happy because it's seeping in that he is likely to be the next Claybrooks! He's not HC material. If he sneaks into the playoffs he'll get another year, but if not, he may be one and done as HC.
Peter principle. Should have stayed OC in his cush WPG job.
Wow! Riders getting a lot of help tonight.
BC has to play 2 teams tonight - the Riders and the Saskskabush refs. Unfrickon believable reffing
Quote from: Pete on Today at 12:02:07 AMnoticed that ine last game, Masoli rather than take a sack just does anything to get rid of ball,
Matt Nichols really needs to open a School Of Throwing Into The Stands. He was always the master. Sometimes you really need to just throw it away. Maybe not as much as Matty Ice, but still...
P.S. Why is BC having trouble with crowd noise. They played WPG at PAS and now SSK at NM and they didn't practice with crowd noise? And they have BUCK as their HC??
Is benvenides a good D coach?
Why did Buck pick him?
Quote from: TrueBlue4 on Today at 12:52:09 AMBC has to play 2 teams tonight - the Riders and the Saskskabush refs. Unfrickon believable reffing
It's always like this in Regina. Worst place in the league to get a fair shake as a visiting team. Even the CC getting in on it.
AJO is a beast and has proven his doubters wrong
He is leaner and faster and will have a great year if healthy
Quote from: J5V on Today at 12:57:34 AMIt's always like this in Regina. Worst place in the league to get a fair shake as a visiting team. Even the CC getting in on it.
Disagree the is no bias anywhere just hit or miss officiating as a whole
Well, that should be game. Buck should sit Masoli and give the rook a shot.
Quote from: Pete on Today at 12:05:28 AMat the beginning of the year I confess I thought compared to other teams we had one of the weaker backup qb rooms , but lately after seeing Masoli, Maier, Schlitz etc Im liking our qbs
I think we have the best QB tandem, and I think even our #3 could win a few games for us. Every last one of the other team backups is stinky. And their #3's are even worse.
Zach isn't the prettiest in terms of yards or running, but in terms of sheer winning, he also seems to be the best #1. We'll see if Alexander can one-up him by week 21, though.
Sayles blowing up Butler big time during the act of receiving/turning is the same hit Loffler used to get flagged for regularly. Surprised they didn't do some sort of "defenseless receiver" call there.
Sayles' body language after the hit showed that he was worried he was going to get a flag.
whats it gonna take to put Chase in there?
Quote from: Pete on Today at 01:04:34 AMwhats it gonna take to put Chase in there?
Another duck
Masoli is AWFUL. Put the young guy in and see what he's got, as Masoli has nothing, major accuracy issues.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 12:41:50 AMYa, Buck ain't happy because it's seeping in that he is likely to be the next Claybrooks! He's not HC material. If he sneaks into the playoffs he'll get another year, but if not, he may be one and done as HC.
Peter principle. Should have stayed OC in his cush WPG job.
I wasn't thrilled with him as our OC either. Kinda glad he's gone TBH.
Quote from: J5V on Today at 01:07:12 AMI wasn't thrilled with him as our OC either. Kinda glad he's gone TBH.
Same boat he wore out his welcome here.
Man BC has a lot of guys down today
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 01:03:05 AMSayles blowing up Butler big time during the act of receiving/turning is the same hit Loffler used to get flagged for regularly. Surprised they didn't do some sort of "defenseless receiver" call there.
Sayles' body language after the hit showed that he was worried he was going to get a flag.
He hit him shoulder to chest and didn't really crank him/run through him like a normal football hit. Loffler used to head hunt. Sayles just shoulder checked him to make sure his helmet was out of the way, I thought it was about as clean as a hit can be, he just stood there and let the reciever run into him
I don't like the showboating after, to me, its disrespectful and should get flagged. Cripes Masoli is going to get his recievers killed throwing suicide passes like that.
That kid in the Subaru commercial is ultra annoying.
BC must score here.
A big loss if Campbell is out
Looks fine
Cheering for a 4th quarter Rider choke
On the other hand Butler looks awesome.
Rourke won't be able to save the Lions
Suitor makes me miss Rod Black
Bad drop McInnis
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 01:18:28 AMSuitor makes me miss Rod Black
Are you ******* kidding me? Do you remember how bad Rod Black was?
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on Today at 01:19:15 AMare ******* kidding me? Do you remember how bad Rod Black was?
Oh I do....
McInnis has to make that catch. Perfect throw by Masoli.
Wow, you're down to the 1 and you have to settle for a field goal because of a procedure call, pretty much sums up where BC is at!!
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 01:16:22 AMRourke won't be able to save the Lions
Way to early to say that
BC is an average team
Rourke could steal a few
Ok still a chance!
Essential 2 and out accomplished.
Come on O, make a tuddy!
Quote from: Blueforlife on Today at 01:21:52 AMWay to early to say that
BC is an average team
Rourke could steal a few
Nah, he's going to get exposed for not being able to carry this team. He needs superstars to look good.
Oh, so command phantom calls a horsecollar on BC during a pause, but they can't flag BC for way more obviously HC'ing Eli in our BC game? At least the Eli HC had the jersey actually tugging down!
P.S. Yes, this was a HC tonight, and I said so live, so the on-field refs are doing their blind thing again. Doesn't have to pull the guy back, just have to be holding inside that collar.
That was PI.
Riders DBs can do whatever they want. BS
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 01:24:55 AMNah, he's going to get exposed for not being able to carry this team. He needs superstars to look good.
I'll take a bet they will be 500 with Rourke
Hard place for a visiting team to get a call. Wow.
Buck has a qb who isn't throwing well and a good running back
So he keeps calling pass plays.
Suitor is so pro Riders he epically fails at his job.
CC are "well travelled" rider fans
Quote from: J5V on Today at 01:27:50 AMHard place for a visiting team to get a call. Wow.
Refs are consistently inconsistent everywhere
Quote from: Blueforlife on Today at 01:27:04 AMI'll take a bet they will be 500 with Rourke
His salary demands far better than 500.
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 01:31:39 AMHis salary demands far better than 500.
So no bet lol
Quote from: markf on Today at 12:57:22 AMIs benvenides a good D coach?
Why did Buck pick him?
He was the only one available? He used to be pretty good. He's done ok in BC so far, but not this season (yet). Spending too much on O is leaving them with a suspect D? Should have reached deeper in the Magic Marketing Money hat.
Someone tell Andrew Harris he looks ridiculous in Rider colours.
That should be game, Maier played decent.
Quote from: Blueforlife on Today at 12:58:37 AMAJO is a beast and has proven his doubters wrong
He's good, but not great. He's being massively helped by AH33 this season, much more patient. And the SSK OL is massively better with King Run Blocker Yoshi healthy. Yoshi being gone is why our run suffered early last season and isn't superb this season (yet).
Lions d players are not enthusiastic about tackling oulette
Yeah good point BC d is cooked and hurt
Air ball lol
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 01:26:05 AMOh, so command phantom calls a horsecollar on BC during a pause, but they can't flag BC for way more obviously HC'ing Eli in our BC game? At least the Eli HC had the jersey actually tugging down!
P.S. Yes, this was a HC tonight, and I said so live, so the on-field refs are doing their blind thing again. Doesn't have to pull the guy back, just have to be holding inside that collar.
Horsecollar tackle has to cause a change in direction or else it isn't a horsecollar tackle.
Quote from: TrueBlue4 on Today at 12:52:09 AMBC has to play 2 teams tonight - the Riders and the Saskskabush refs. Unfrickon believable reffing
Lions have no one to blame but themselves. Shooting themselves in the foot at every opportunity.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 01:35:31 AMHe's good, but not great. He's being massively helped by AH33 this season, much more patient. And the SSK OL is massively better with King Run Blocker Yoshi healthy. Yoshi being gone is why our run suffered early last season and isn't superb this season (yet).
I love how you knew I was talking about you without mentioning it
AH helps but AJO has adapted his physique for the betterment of his craft
Agree on all pts about OL
Agree good year so far but if it's continues at this pace will be great
Maybe Buck read the forum and called a run
Bryce please! Too much duck lol
Nice play Sask D
Another guy injuried didn't catch who
Man Buck calls a terrible game.
Lions owner might be a bit annoyed right now.
boggles my mind how you keep masoli in there. never were winning this game with him. he is done - not insulting him, it happens.
Quote from: markf on Today at 01:41:33 AMLions owner might be a bit annoyed right now.
Has LL Cool J on speed dial
Quote from: J5V on Today at 01:27:50 AMHard place for a visiting team to get a call. Wow.
It always has been!!
Quote from: The Zipp on Today at 01:42:02 AMboggles my mind how you keep masoli in there. never were winning this game with him. he is done - not insulting him, it happens.
He had a better chance to win than Bryce, now is time,can mop up the mess lol
Edmonton is better than BC right now. Actually, everyone might be better than BC
Another duck lol
Wow come on we want Bryce lol
Doesn't even have time to ring the mop now
wow.
buck is lost
Quote from: The Zipp on Today at 01:47:32 AMwow.
buck is lost
Isn't learning or adapting
Buck's trying to figure out where to order dinner from.
Buck is the new Lapo. Not in a good way.
Maier looks fine and just threw a dime
Crow served his deep ball was ok there, but yes generally not lol
nice camera work tsn
Man, Masoli is BAAAAAAD!!!
Again, put the kid in and see what he can do, this game is over, you may as well see
Quote from: dd on Today at 01:48:56 AMMan, Masoli is BAAAAAAD!!!
Again, put the kid in and see what he can do, this game is over, you may as well see
That pick 6 was the dagger, lost whatever mojo was left
Quote from: dd on Today at 01:09:59 AMHe hit him shoulder to chest and didn't really crank him/run through him like a normal football hit. Loffler used to head hunt.
Loffler used to get flagged a ton even when he avoided the head, later in his career here. Sometimes he'd just be using his hands. If the REC was stopped dead or flipping around in the air they used to flag him every time.
This was right when the CFL started clamping down on any hellacious hits on RECs in the catching motion.
I guess it's ok though because on the next series BC got them back with a massive whack on Meyers... also something that Loffler used to get flagged for.
The key to drawing that flag is you need to do some writhing on the turf. Writhing always helps your cause.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 01:50:15 AMLoffler used to get flagged a ton even when he avoided the head, later in his career here. Sometimes he'd just be using his hands. If the REC was stopped dead or flipping around in the air they used to flag him every time.
This was right when the CFL started clamping down on any hellacious hits on RECs in the catching motion.
I guess it's ok though because on the next series BC got them back with a massive whack on Meyers... also something that Loffler used to get flagged for.
The key to drawing that flag is you need to do some writhing on the turf. Writhing always helps your cause.
Sayles just stood still and let the reciever run into him and hit him clearly shoulder to chest. There was absolutely nothing wrong with that hit, and I am the first one to call out defensive players for head hunting, but this wasn't head hunting at all.
What a surprise, a melee/scrum at the end of the game in Regina. Riders are such D bags!!! It just shows no class. You're up by 24, just go to the locker room, nope, lets get 25 yd misconduct penalties to rub it in. Classless. Just classless.
Back to the drawing board for Buck lol
Brice on a rope and then Sayles drops a duck lol
Quote from: BlueInCgy on Today at 01:16:22 AMRourke won't be able to save the Lions
I'm only at the McInnis TD drop late in the 3rd... and I'm wondering if McInnis has bet his house on a BC loss today. He's worse than useless so far. In fact, he's sucked all season. Everyone has figured out the "best Canadian receiver in the league".
BC has no OL. It's really horrid. Chungh sitting at home laughing with a hearty "toldya so".
Buck clearly works so hard on the 2 min tempo drill but they blow it repeatedly with dumb IP penalties. Is BC the new EDM? Just can't get out of their own way.
The only bright side is both W teams are beating the heck out of each other and injuries are piling up, which will hurt their games going forward.
lol if Brice is better than Masoli.
25 yards in misconducts on one play against the Riders in a game they are winning by 24 points. Classy. Follow that up with a dirtbag RTP penalty.
Quote from: J5V on Today at 01:58:26 AM25 yards in misconducts against the Riders in a game they are winning by 24 points. Classy.
And then an RTp
Quote from: J5V on Today at 01:58:26 AM25 yards in misconducts on one play against the Riders in a game they are winning by 24 points. Classy. Follow that up with a dirtbag RTP penalty.
That's what I said, they make it so easy to hate them!!!
😂 bc 95 was riding 17 like a pony
Quote from: J5V on Today at 01:26:19 AMThat was PI.
Not since last season it isn't. No way you get that overturned anymore. Buck needs to know better.
And BC needs to be careful, the REC was doing a full arm-extend to keep the DB away. Could just as easily have been OPI.
Quote from: markf on Today at 02:04:27 AM😂 bc 95 was riding 17 like a pony
Yeah and 95 looked to be 250 to 300 lol
I swear Stevens looks exactly like Stevy out there....runs the exact tuck and run play Strevy runs, even wears #17!!!
Quote from: dd on Today at 02:05:37 AMI swear Stevens looks like Stevy out there....runs the exact tuck and run play Strevy runs, even wears #17!!!
Agree looks fantastic
Lions D running on expired e85 lol
On to redblacks
Classy move by BC DL
Slams QB down and picks him up
Can Stevens only run 1 play?? He's run the exact same play like 6 times in a row!!
Quote from: markf on Today at 01:28:08 AMBuck has a qb who isn't throwing well and a good running back
So he keeps calling pass plays.
Hmmm... deja vu?
Quote from: dd on Today at 02:08:39 AMCan Stevens only run 1 play?? He's run the exact same play like 6 times in a row!!
"We'll keep running it till they stop it"
Quote from: dd on Today at 01:38:09 AMHorsecollar tackle has to cause a change in direction or else it isn't a horsecollar tackle.
Completely untrue. We went over this last season. Check the rule. No mention whatsoever about direction or force or anything.
There was no change in direction tonight, so do you say that's not HC and command got it wrong after their long deliberation?
What you're saying is they can HC Eli all night long in every obvious way and they'll never flag it because they weigh 150lb and Eli weighs nearly 300?
Quote from: Jesse on Today at 01:38:37 AMLions have no one to blame but themselves. Shooting themselves in the foot at every opportunity.
Losing 1-2 key starters every quarter to injury didn't help. Them losing Betts possibly with a fractured arm deflated them as much as Willie getting maimed would us.
Quote from: markf on Today at 01:41:33 AMLions owner might be a bit annoyed right now.
At least they didn't do it at home. And at least they didn't do it on Snoop Dogg night.
Quote from: markf on Today at 01:48:02 AMBuck's trying to figure out where to order dinner from.
It's Buck's Bar & Lounge still open? ;) Do they serve crow? Or duck?
Quote from: dd on Today at 02:03:20 AMThat's what I said, they make it so easy to hate them!!!
The weird thing is, they seem to want it that way. I'm so glad the Bombers are such a class organisation.
Quote from: dd on Today at 01:53:06 AMand I am the first one to call out defensive players for head hunting, but this wasn't head hunting at all.
Again, I'm saying CFL has flagged many a DB/FS for hellacious hits that had nothing to do with the head. Remember the one where our DB or FS whacked Begelton in the hip/legs and he did a 360 in the air and was writhing on the ground? Ya, 15Y UR for us.
These hits today, nothing. And hey, I was all for these hits when Loffler did them but I learned we can't do it anymore. My beef is the inconsistency. They seem to be letting the hard hits go again this season, which I find a bit strange.
Quote from: dd on Today at 01:55:03 AMWhat a surprise, a melee/scrum at the end of the game in Regina.
Hey look, it's an Oilers game!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 03:01:59 AMAgain, I'm saying CFL has flagged many a DB/FS for hellacious hits that had nothing to do with the head. Remember the one where our DB or FS whacked Begelton in the hip/legs and he did a 360 in the air and was writhing on the ground? Ya, 15Y UR for us.
These hits today, nothing. And hey, I was all for these hits when Loffler did them but I learned we can't do it anymore. My beef is the inconsistency. They seem to be letting the hard hits go again this season, which I find a bit strange.
That Begelton hit was 100% a UR, it's clearly stated in bold lettering in the CFL rulebook, yet goes uncalled. An egregious whiff by the refs, and ya, they have been consistently inconsistent this year
From the few cam shots we got of the crowd, it looks like SSK is having a heck of a time filling the upper bowl. Mega empty. Lower bowl looks ok in "good" seats. I never did see Pil country.
Compare that to all the crowd shots of every PAS game! They are proud to show off WPG's attendance!
Hey, what happened to that other blonde girl they used to have that would go into the stands at every stadium, usually on Thurs? Miss that lady. Gave you a better feel for stadiums. Might have convinced some younger people to get off the TV and out to a game.
SSK beat BC down even worse than we did, and with Maier (gasp!). Does this mean that, gasp, SSK is better than us?
SSK has a bye next week, so we can, at best, tie them in the standings.
SSK run game is infinitely better than ours right now. Brady rapidly falling down the leaderboard. Their OL is getting bigger holes. SSK only won tonight because of D and run game. Don't forget Oullette earns half of what Brady does...
BC knew SSK was going to do nothing but run because Maier stinks (and did, mostly)... yet they still couldn't stop Thor. Yet they completely shut down our run game until garbage time vs WPG last week. Hmmm.
As for quality of opponent, if BC truly sucks, then this is a wash. We've both had EDM once, and BC once (us an extra BC), but SSK did get easy-out TOR and HAM. We're going to get potential playoff team CGY next week, off the bye, at home for the inaugural Stampede Bowl, where you know they'll put up a big effort to live up to the hype.
Still early, but if SSK can keep up this run game, they will be hard to stop. And if we can't get our run game going, we'll have a hard time winning against good teams.
Wither Brady?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 03:29:03 AMSSK beat BC down even worse than we did, and with Maier (gasp!). Does this mean that, gasp, SSK is better than us?
SSK has a bye next week, so we can, at best, tie them in the standings.
SSK run game is infinitely better than ours right now. Brady rapidly falling down the leaderboard. Their OL is getting bigger holes. SSK only won tonight because of D and run game. Don't forget Oullette earns half of what Brady does...
BC knew SSK was going to do nothing but run because Maier stinks (and did, mostly)... yet they still couldn't stop Thor. Yet they completely shut down our run game until garbage time vs WPG last week. Hmmm.
As for quality of opponent, if BC truly sucks, then this is a wash. We've both had EDM once, and BC once (us an extra BC), but SSK did get easy-out TOR and HAM. We're going to get potential playoff team CGY next week, off the bye, at home for the inaugural Stampede Bowl, where you know they'll put up a big effort to live up to the hype.
Still early, but if SSK can keep up this run game, they will be hard to stop. And if we can't get our run game going, we'll have a hard time winning against good teams.
Wither Brady?
Sask beat down was greatly helped by a horribly played game by Masoli, who routinely was inaccurate with his throws, threw pick six and was downright brutal. He wasn't great against us but he was extra bad tonight and cost the Lions a chance to be at least competitive in this game.
Quote from: dd on Today at 03:44:00 AMSask beat down was greatly helped by a horribly played game by Masoli, who routinely was inaccurate with his throws, threw pick six and was downright brutal.
But was Masoli really more brutal or was SSK D better than ours at the takeaways and stops? Tricky question. BC O was mostly unchanged from last week. Well, there was one change at OT. And BC's OL was suspect all night.
BC was poised to take the lead going into the half. Sure, Masoli dropped an absolute dime into McInnis's arms which was erased by McInnis's offside penalty but then the pick-6 when there was no need to be taking chances with the ball. Butler was having a great game and BC should have been utilising his skills there, especially with great field position and a guaranteed FG looming. If BC is smart there they've got the Riders down at the half and all the momentum. I suspect that's on Buck and where have we seen that before like when Buck inexplicably took the ball out of the hands of the CFL's best running back in the Grey Cup?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on Today at 04:19:10 AMBut was Masoli really more brutal or was SSK D better than ours at the takeaways and stops? Tricky question. BC O was mostly unchanged from last week. Well, there was one change at OT. And BC's OL was suspect all night.
Masoli can't run anymore. You saw his attempt to chase the pick at the end of Q2. That WAS a big part of his game. Even worse is that they want him to throw on the run. Recipe for disaster. He needs to find a way to play within his limitations now.
Did Betts actually fracture his arm? I didn't watch the entire game although I did see him get injured. He was on the sideline with a big ice pack and wrapping on his left elbow. It could be serious and long term IR?
Quote from: Blue In BC on Today at 01:05:14 PMDid Betts actually fracture his arm? I didn't watch the entire game although I did see him get injured. He was on the sideline with a big ice pack and wrapping on his left elbow. It could be serious and long term IR?
I was only half watching the game so didn't hear them talk about it after, but he did leave the field with the arm completely limp at his side.
I haven't heard any mention of it locally. OTOH, fans are going off the deep end about the play of the entire team. It's never easy when you have to play the back up QB but Masoli looks done. I don't see any advantage in keeping him any longer. Save some SMS and play Brice if necessary.
BC can't stop the run & can't score with Mazoli. One of the bottom 3 teams right now. Rourke will help the offence, but who is going to help that defence?
Quote from: Blue In BC on Today at 01:05:14 PMDid Betts actually fracture his arm? I didn't watch the entire game although I did see him get injured. He was on the sideline with a big ice pack and wrapping on his left elbow. It could be serious and long term IR?
I would guess no. All he had was an ice pack on his elbow. No stabilizing materials.
here is the condensed game:
"All the plays and replays of the big plays"
https://youtu.be/MVxaY6AdGUw?si=ke6gseZrC-VVSePb
enjoy
Quote from: TBURGESS on Today at 02:06:58 PMBC can't stop the run & can't score with Mazoli. One of the bottom 3 teams right now. Rourke will help the offence, but who is going to help that defence?
Ya BC will contend with the Alberta teams and fight for 3rd place and their wins will come against calgsry Edmonton and Ottawa
Oullette won the game for the Riders, he's transformed his game under the guidance of Andrew Harris, but I susepct eventually he'll go down as he takes too much punishment running the ball.
Maier really does suck, he can find receivers and throw a decent ball if planted, but once forced off his mark and scrambling he loses track of everything and panics, he literally runs around like a chicken with it's head cut off. Looks like he's destined to remain a backup QB for the remainder of his life.