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#21

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign Sergio C...

Last post by Blueforlife - January 21, 2026, 12:32:09 PM

You said we'll have a better than average team and better than last year. When we have 18 potential free agents remaining that is blind faith.  You think our D will be great when we don't know who will on the roster. There is nothing yet to base that on.

That's more than an opinion. It's sunshine, lollipops and roses. An opinion has to be based on data. If and when we sign Lawler ( he's not a free agent but an example ) ( or a similar talent ), it could be said our receiving group has improved and our offence will be improved overall.

That's the difference between blind faith and substantive data.

Those changes might happen in free agency. However I can't suggest our defence will be better when still have 5 potential free agents.

Nothing I have posted is blind faith.  Our D has been good for about a decade, I expect that trend to continue.  We have a good core and a great coach.  Signings will come, patience grasshopper.  I have clearly stated my opinion based on my knowledge, facts and data.  Just because you don't agree doesn't mean that its it's sunshine, lollipops and roses.   Nobody knows how the season will turn out and nobody is right or wrong here, just fans making predictions.  Let's talk ball. I am not expecting a great team, never said that.  I think we improve on last year and our strength will be teams and our D.  Like I said, free agency and finding a few gems in camp will be key.  We are allowed to have early opinions and predictions on here (I am well aware that it's early season and we have a lot of work to do).  Let's leave this alone, no value in continuing the back and forth.  The Lawler example is really obvious, we all understand that point and was a very simple concept.

 I trust our core vets, management and coaches.  I see us bringing in more talent that will improve the ball club.  Hopefully the scouts do a good job as there was turnover in this group last year.

If we try to improve these areas thru free agency, it will be an overpay in relation to the rest of the team. Its just the nature of the beast
A quality starter will have several teams bidding for them
  We tried the bargain route/ hidden gems ly

That could be true but might not be.  We could sign players at value or find some deals and hidden gems.  Camp could bring surprises.  Overpaying isn't the only way to he successful and we have shown that over the years by being patient and financially responsible.  We will likely do a combo or Overpaying, fair deals and get a few pleasant surprises.

I like the way this club approaches free agency and resigning key players.  Been making progress and it will all come together.  We will lose a few good players and miss out on a few of the best available.  That's good business and can sometimes help you longer term.

[Transactions:]

#22

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers roster - 2025...

Last post by gobombersgo - January 21, 2026, 12:29:03 PM

Transactions:

2026-01-20   WPG   Smith, Key'Shawn   WR   A   Southern Methodist   ADD   Active Roster
2026-01-20   WPG   KORNELSON, Collin   DL   N   Manitoba   ADD   Active Roster

[Blue Bombers sign Collin Kornelson]

#23

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers roster - 2025...

Last post by gobombersgo - January 21, 2026, 12:26:59 PM

Blue Bombers sign Collin Kornelson
January 20, 2026

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has agreed to terms on a one-year contract with Canadian defensive tackle Collin Kornelson.

Kornelson (6-2, 279; University of Manitoba; born: February 14, 2000, in Winnipeg, Mb.) returns to the Blue Bombers in 2026 for his second season after initially being selected by the club in the fifth round, 44th overall, in the 2023 Canadian Football League Draft.

He dressed for nine games in 2025 and made three defensive tackles. His CFL debut came against the B.C. Lions on June 12th last season.

A product of the Manitoba Bisons, Kornelson attended training camps with the Blue Bombers in 2023 and 2024 before returning to school. He was a second team All Canadian in 2024.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/01/20/blue-bombers-sign-collin-kornelson/

#24

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers Re-Sign Defen...

Last post by Pigskin - January 21, 2026, 04:19:12 AM

He has a lot to prove in TC. Really didn't show much if anything last season.

#25

Offside Forum / Re: Winnipeg Jets Discussion -...

Last post by JockitchwithRich - January 21, 2026, 03:11:21 AM

Quite agree with the ? for Fetts. Do not see him ever being anything more than a PP man with our team. Hope I'm wrong
He has improved on his forechecking and keeping balance on being
contacted. However he is just an average, at best, skater.

A much needed victory and thankfully we got 2 PP goals and the
empty netter.
Incidentally, our 2nd line of Fetts, JT and Gabby didn't register a shot on net.

#26

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Bombers sign former Southern M...

Last post by VictorRomano - January 21, 2026, 01:09:31 AM

As per CFL's transactions page.

https://smumustangs.com/sports/football/roster/key-shawn-smith/14251

Highlight reel:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNdRE82V_qI

#27

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign Sergio C...

Last post by Pete - January 21, 2026, 12:37:47 AM

Nothing I have posted is about blind faith.  There is no reason to bring that up imo.  Might want to read what I posted again.  Nobody knows what this season will look like, we come on here to voice our opinions and make educated guesses.  I am cautiously optimistic and that is allowed.

I liked the part about the weighted scale.Improve the OL and DL yes, overpaying, hard no imo.

If we try to improve these areas thru free agency, it will be an overpay in relation to the rest of the team. Its just the nature of the beast
A quality starter will have several teams bidding for them
  We tried the bargain route/ hidden gems ly

#28

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

Last post by bunker - January 21, 2026, 12:23:55 AM

Neuf suggesting Eli is next man up at Center.

It does sound like it, although he said he was looking forward to him taking that next step at camp and competing there, so maybe they bring in someone else?

Neufeld seems quite smart and well spoken, could see him getting into coaching when he's done.

#29

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign Sergio C...

Last post by Blue In BC - January 21, 2026, 12:16:33 AM

Nothing I have posted is about blind faith.  There is no reason to bring that up imo.  Might want to read what I posted again.  Nobody knows what this season will look like, we come on here to voice our opinions and make educated guesses.  I am cautiously optimistic and that is allowed.

I liked the part about the weighted scale.Improve the OL and DL yes, overpaying, hard no imo.

You said we'll have a better than average team and better than last year. When we have 18 potential free agents remaining that is blind faith.  You think our D will be great when we don't know who will on the roster. There is nothing yet to base that on.

That's more than an opinion. It's sunshine, lollipops and roses. An opinion has to be based on data. If and when we sign Lawler ( he's not a free agent but an example ) ( or a similar talent ), it could be said our receiving group has improved and our offence will be improved overall.

That's the difference between blind faith and substantive data.

Those changes might happen in free agency. However I can't suggest our defence will be better when still have 5 potential free agents.

#30

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 1st & 10 | The Blue Bomber...

Last post by bunker - January 21, 2026, 12:08:19 AM

That could be an indication they're offering unsigned incumbents low ball salaries and intend to go after an established receiver or two in FA.  See no reason Stearns or Wheatfall shouldn't be invited back to TC to compete for their jobs as they did as well as could be expected with the targets they received. Wouldn't mind seeing Robustelli brought in to compete for Schoen's job at a moderate cost and maybe Tommy Nield as an upgrade over Clercius..

I think you are correct.

I wouldn't pay either Stearns or Wheatfall much over ELC. They were both adequate as receivers but nothing special. Happy to sign them to come to camp and compete for a job. Would  be nice if we could find some receivers who could block. I think we need an upgrade over just Demski and Wilson as impact receivers if our offense is going to be successful. Stearns or Wheatfall could slot in as a number 4, depending on whether the opening ends up being at slot or wide out. Clercius appeared to fall out of favour at the end of the season. An upgrade there would be nice, and I don't think we have that guy in house.