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[TE wears an eligible number and does not have to report for each play]

#21

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 2026 Training Camp

Last post by Tecno - Today at 05:44:47 AM

Where a TE is preferable to a 6th O-lineman in this situation is the TE wears an eligible number and does not have to report for each play. Those extra 2-4 seconds could be the difference between a well executed play and a play that is rushed resulting in failure.

So why don't we always dress our 6th (backup NAT) OL as eligible (eligible number)?  Then if he's needed in the 5 due to injury, swap to an OL jersey?

We could have been doing this all along with Eli??

If this is allowed for TE, then why not a 6th?  You could argue Daniels is the same size as a OL anyhow.  This would allow you to always keep the D guessing without having to tip them off with an eligible report.

#22

Offside Forum / Re: NHL 2026 Playoffs

Last post by Pigskin - Today at 04:44:51 AM

Stars and Oilers are done.

#23

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 2026 CFL Draft - Blue Bomb...

Last post by Pete - Today at 03:24:49 AM

I believe Jaylon Smith actually  has more potential than Shay to play regular reps whether its at sam, or a 4th lb..

#24

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 2026 CFL Draft - Blue Bomb...

Last post by Blue In BC - Today at 03:19:46 AM

Sure you would.  The '25 DP LBers like Shay are still on the dev track.  They aren't starter, or even #1 backup, level yet.  That's why I said the best hope is to see Shay get many reps spelling the starters, at MLB or WILL (or both).

If Shay sits ST-only like most other DP LBers we ever get, then we'll know we're in trouble with that pick.

Even better would be Shay pulls a Kramdi and actually can start in year 2.  But that doesn't seem to be in the cards.  (Is WILL/MLB harder to dev/learn? vs SAM? dunno)

As for JSK... he's plug'n'play and ready to roll week 1.  He could start or be main DI backup.  For 2 positions.

Pure math ( game day roster of dressed players ) says all of that is an issue: Griffin, Woodbey and Ayers. It has nothing to do with his skill set. He can play those positions well.

[what does that say about the Canadian LB's drafted in 2025. If you expected any of them to take a bigger role, you wouldn't bring in Santos-Knox]

#25

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 2026 CFL Draft - Blue Bomb...

Last post by Tecno - Today at 03:10:19 AM

It's easy to say that but then what does that say about the Canadian LB's drafted in 2025. If you expected any of them to take a bigger role, you wouldn't bring in Santos-Knox.

Sure you would.  The '25 DP LBers like Shay are still on the dev track.  They aren't starter, or even #1 backup, level yet.  That's why I said the best hope is to see Shay get many reps spelling the starters, at MLB or WILL (or both).

If Shay sits ST-only like most other DP LBers we ever get, then we'll know we're in trouble with that pick.

Even better would be Shay pulls a Kramdi and actually can start in year 2.  But that doesn't seem to be in the cards.  (Is WILL/MLB harder to dev/learn? vs SAM? dunno)

As for JSK... he's plug'n'play and ready to roll week 1.  He could start or be main DI backup.  For 2 positions.

#26

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: major announcement - big c...

Last post by Sir Blue and Gold - Today at 02:00:53 AM

How far are you going to go back in time.  Why not tell us how Grey Cup games were played during World War 1 while You are at it. The CFL has made no major changes since the early 70s.

I've heard this spiel from you for several months. You just do not get it.  The Bombers do not have a monopoly on entertainment in the city. The fact that only a small minority are in favor of the news changes should tell you something about the way the public feels about this.

You seem to have the attitude that "hey the CFL can do what they want. We are going to accept it unconditionally. Deal with it."

That is an incredibly unwise strategy. You do realize that there is a good chance that people will hate the new changes so much that they will be of the opinion "why should we shell out hundreds of dollars per game to see this product that is vastly inferior to what the CFL was for the past 50 years?'

People will begin to vote with their wallets. There are plenty of other entertainment options in the city.  The Goldeyes.  The Sea Bears.  The Moose. Concerts.  The Concert Hall.  The RWB. Etc.

Even the Jets are finding out that there is a limit as to how loyal people are, when it comes to buying tickets to  see the team.  True North has been notoriously bad dealing with season tickets holders. I can tell you first hand that other cities are doing a much better job selling the product to their respective cities.

The CFL can do whatever they please, but come 2027, I guarantee some fans will be put off with the CFL giving the middle finger to hardcore fans, and will being to lose them for good.  Judging by fan reaction, this will not end well.

Or none of that will happen and the league will continue on like it has for over a hundred years.

The door is that way.

#27

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: major announcement - big c...

Last post by jets4life - Today at 01:18:40 AM

The truth? You can dislike the rules all you want but don't give me this BS argument that everything has stayed the same until now. The 50s and 60s were hugely transformational for football. Changes have been consistent and constant over time. Such is life.

How far are you going to go back in time.  Why not tell us how Grey Cup games were played during World War 1 while You are at it. The CFL has made no major changes since the early 70s.

I've heard this spiel from you for several months. You just do not get it.  The Bombers do not have a monopoly on entertainment in the city. The fact that only a small minority are in favor of the news changes should tell you something about the way the public feels about this.

You seem to have the attitude that "hey the CFL can do what they want. We are going to accept it unconditionally. Deal with it."

That is an incredibly unwise strategy. You do realize that there is a good chance that people will hate the new changes so much that they will be of the opinion "why should we shell out hundreds of dollars per game to see this product that is vastly inferior to what the CFL was for the past 50 years?'

People will begin to vote with their wallets. There are plenty of other entertainment options in the city.  The Goldeyes.  The Sea Bears.  The Moose. Concerts.  The Concert Hall.  The RWB. Etc.

Even the Jets are finding out that there is a limit as to how loyal people are, when it comes to buying tickets to  see the team.  True North has been notoriously bad dealing with season tickets holders. I can tell you first hand that other cities are doing a much better job selling the product to their respective cities.

The CFL can do whatever they please, but come 2027, I guarantee some fans will be put off with the CFL giving the middle finger to hardcore fans, and will being to lose them for good.  Judging by fan reaction, this will not end well.

[Daniels is listed on our roster as a WR!!! lol]

#28

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers Transactions ...

Last post by Sir Blue and Gold - Today at 12:27:50 AM

Gatkouth will probably miss some or all of TC along with Cline. Hooper is a big guy.

So we've added 5 of our draft picks and 3 other Canadians not drafted.

Rocker replaces Taylor as the import RB.

Daniels is listed on our roster as a WR!!! lol

Haha he's not going to slim down with the offensive line. Streaks and posts only.

#29

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

Last post by Blue In BC - April 30, 2026, 11:24:44 PM

We're seeing lots of vets retiring or being released across the league. Also quite a few rookies doing the same, essentially decided to be no shows or replaced by newbies perceived to be better.

To some degree the drafts made may have pushed out a few players on rosters. A combination of youth and SMS impact ( Vaccaro over Bladek ) for example. At the same time Godber retires.

#30

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 2026 CFL Draft - Blue Bomb...

Last post by theaardvark - April 30, 2026, 10:55:47 PM

We could end up with "Team 78" if Jones and Santos Knox win spots.