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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: New rules / commissioner's...

Last post by bomb squad - Today at 04:07:35 AM

All the talk about "missed field goal returns" assumes that there will no longer be kick returns.

The whole kicking game has changed. No rouge, punting for the corner becomes more important, punting to stop before the goal line is going to be a thing.  Both of these mean more returns.  Exciting returns, just like missed FG's.

So, really, are we losing the return game?

No. But I don't know where your getting the idea that anybody thought we were losing the entire return game. It's missed field goal returns we're talking about. Those will essentially disappear. I don't agree that much will change with the punting game as you describe.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: CFL (Non-Bombers) off-seas...

Last post by Jesse - Today at 03:00:20 AM

Speculation on my part but he took less in 2025 and he discussed taking a team friendly deal then.

Was it team friendly by choice or because he was 39 and had only played one full season in the previous 6 years with zero playoff success?

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: CFL (Non-Bombers) off-seas...

Last post by RebusRankin - Today at 02:43:19 AM

Who says he took a team friendly deal?

Speculation on my part but he took less in 2025 and he discussed taking a team friendly deal then.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Grey Cup halftime show - ...

Last post by markf - Today at 01:37:57 AM

I could tell the bass player wasn't really playing. Started back with Madonna, so much extra stuff going on stage with the dancing, the performance of the music became secondary. Classify it under "entertainment", not music.

It Must be extremely boring for any actual musicians taking part.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Grey Cup halftime show - ...

Last post by Throw Long Bannatyne - Today at 01:26:23 AM

I thought this was wrong.....but this morning I heard a program discussing prerecorded, live concerts.

Apparently nowadays... (I'm old) Having part, or most of "live" concert prerecorded is commonplace. And machine gun Kelly is said to have a lot of prerecorded tracks.

And the people buying tickets, don't care.  So it's a Spectacle, not a concert. The performers are  just posing,  with instruments.

Amazing to me.

Better not Try that in front of a blue grass crowd...

I could tell the bass player wasn't really playing. Started back with Madonna, so much extra stuff going on stage with the dancing, the performance of the music became secondary. Classify it under "entertainment", not music.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: CFL (Non-Bombers) off-seas...

Last post by Jesse - Today at 01:10:50 AM

So Harris takes a team friendly deal and Zach is still happy to be overpaid?

Who says he took a team friendly deal?

[still haven't heard how much he signed for but it will be very team friendly.]

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: CFL (Non-Bombers) off-seas...

Last post by Throw Long Bannatyne - Today at 01:10:32 AM

Harris made $450 last season, still haven't heard how much he signed for but it will be very team friendly.

https://3downnation.com/2025/12/04/saskatchewan-roughriders-re-sign-grey-cup-mvp-trevor-harris-for-2026/

You're dreaming, the shoe is now on the other foot and it's about to boot Jeremy O'Day up the ***. T. Harris is done suffering for Sask. he wants to establish his true style.

Common items that represent his bling include:

Chains/Necklaces: Thick, heavy gold or silver chains, especially diamond-studded "iced out" Cuban links.

Pendants: Large, custom pendants, which can feature dollar signs, religious icons, brand logos, or personalized nameplates, often covered in diamonds or other sparkling stones.

Watches: Large, "iced out" watches, often featuring elaborate designs and covered in diamonds to catch the eye and signify success.

Rings/Bracelets: Substantial rings and bracelets, similarly adorned with precious metals and stones.
   
Grillz: Gold or platinum coverings worn over the teeth, sometimes also featuring diamonds or other gems.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: CFL (Non-Bombers) off-seas...

Last post by Throw Long Bannatyne - Today at 01:01:36 AM

Hypothetically, who has the $ to pay Brady? Montreal and BC, I'd say no. The Riders have a ton of big name guys to try to sign. Hamilton has some bigger contracts.

Obviously Toronto, and they'd take Willy too in a heartbeat if given the opportunity.  After they ditched Carey in TC, the Argo running attack continued downhill throughout the season.  I couldn't even tell you who their #1 RB is right now.

#9

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Heritage Classic

Last post by bwiser - Today at 12:35:03 AM

The Heritage Classic is going to be held October 25th at Princess Auto Field. Tha Winnipeg Jets will face the Montreal Canadiens. Looks like aniother big event coming to Winnipeg.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: New rules / commissioner's...

Last post by theaardvark - Today at 12:29:56 AM

What we do know is that the missed field goal return will be virtually eliminated. One of, if not the, most exciting aspects of the CFL game. That's a lot of ground (no pun intended) to make up. The proposed changes are huge. If this all goes through, this will be the most significant period of time we have seen in the CFL in a long time, if not ever. However... I do not think it's make or break. I'm nervous about it for sure. But I would be lying if I said wasn't intrigued about seeing it play out.

All the talk about "missed field goal returns" assumes that there will no longer be kick returns.

The whole kicking game has changed. No rouge, punting for the corner becomes more important, punting to stop before the goal line is going to be a thing.  Both of these mean more returns.  Exciting returns, just like missed FG's.

So, really, are we losing the return game?