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#21

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign all-star...

Last post by Throw Long Bannatyne - Today at 05:17:44 PM

White is a big upgrade over Sterns.

Considering Sterns was probably earning under $120k, I'm not so sure, he gave them good bang for the their buck.  TBH never cared for Tim White, if I listed 10 receivers I'd like to sign from around the league, he wouldn't be on it. 

[Hervey]

#22

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: wr replacement

Last post by theaardvark - Today at 05:12:50 PM

If Mack waits for TC, and doesn't have an aversion to a medical exam, that's probably where he gets a payday.

After a team finds out they either didn't bring enough talent to camp, has a vet mot show up (literally, or mentally/physically) or loses someone to injury, he suddenly becomes a hot commodity.

So signing now for an incentive laden no bonus deal doesn't make a lot of sense.

Not saying a Pinball or Hervey that won't give him big bucks and bonuses right now, though.  THAT is what he should grab onto.  Otherwise, he should wait.

Hervey doesn't like over paying receivers, linebackers or running backs, if they ask for too much he moves on with their replacements.  Just ask Gino.

From Ridermania's post:

"https://3downnation.com/2026/01/29/edmonton-elks-sign-receiver-austin-mack-after-release-from-montreal-alouettes-sources/

Dan Ralph reports: "Hearing WR Austin Mack's two-year deal with Edmonton is for $425k in hard money with a max value of $439k and includes a $55k signing bonus. "



Well... I guess that one didn't age well...

#23

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

Last post by Blue In BC - Today at 04:42:36 PM

For me, Vaughter, Houston, and Bonds left to sign. Hallett and Gauthier would be nice at the right $$, but I think we have enough young Canadian LBs and DBs to replace them.

Have we heard anything about where Bonds is in his re-hab?

15 potential free agents on our list.  That's a lot.

#24

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign all-star...

Last post by Blue In BC - Today at 04:40:39 PM

I think we have enough competition at DB with some of the signings. I really like Cameron McCutcheon to take that spot.
DT we need help. We have 3 really solid Canadians and then Jamal Woods plus some more prospects. I don't hate where we are there.
At DE I think we need to find some real difference makers there. Willie regressed a little last season, and I'd expect a little more this season. Vaughters was okay, but nothing like Jeffcoat to be honest at creating pressure.

I'm not sure if our DL has personnel issues or coaching issues?
We need to scheme our guys into pressure a little better. I think coaches can get more creative for sure. 

3 man scheme was used too often. Woods is still a potential free agent as is Vaughters. So DL is a problem at this moment. Whether either is re-signed is a TBD.

We always have new candidates at DB but might go into TC needing both CB's. That isn't my preference but we'll see.

#25

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

Last post by Ridermania - Today at 04:19:17 PM

Austin Mack to the Elks.

https://3downnation.com/2026/01/29/edmonton-elks-sign-receiver-austin-mack-after-release-from-montreal-alouettes-sources/

Dan Ralph reports: "Hearing WR Austin Mack's two-year deal with Edmonton is for $425k in hard money with a max value of $439k and includes a $55k signing bonus.

#26

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign all-star...

Last post by LXTSN - Today at 04:17:19 PM

White takes Stern's spot because they are both SBs

WR
SB - White
SB - Wilson
SB - Demski
WR - Clercius

We need another WR. Hard to determine if we have the budget for another high priced WR when we don't know what Wilson's salary is.

We also need another DB, DT, DE and possibly another OG/C....

I think we have enough competition at DB with some of the signings. I really like Cameron McCutcheon to take that spot.
DT we need help. We have 3 really solid Canadians and then Jamal Woods plus some more prospects. I don't hate where we are there.
At DE I think we need to find some real difference makers there. Willie regressed a little last season, and I'd expect a little more this season. Vaughters was okay, but nothing like Jeffcoat to be honest at creating pressure.

I'm not sure if our DL has personnel issues or coaching issues?
We need to scheme our guys into pressure a little better. I think coaches can get more creative for sure. 

#27

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

Last post by theaardvark - Today at 04:04:58 PM

I can't see our OL much better then last year. Bryant and Neufled another year older. I can't see Eli as our starting C.  Wallace, Randolph and/or Vanterpool same as last season. I am hoping the Bomber can find a starting Canadian C in FA, because we usually don't draft and start a young Canadian. But I would love to find a player like Fortin in the first round of this years draft. 

The sheer number of contestants for the Oline coming into camp leaves us to hope there will be an upgrade.  Especially at C and RT, and backup LT.

#28

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign all-star...

Last post by theaardvark - Today at 04:03:17 PM

Surprised we went this way, but giving Collaros another target with hands is good.  As a deep threat, lets hope Zach has the arm strength to get it to him.  Here's to a season of "dropping dimes"

#29

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign all-star...

Last post by LXTSN - Today at 04:01:41 PM

White takes Stern's spot because they are both SBs

WR
SB - White
SB - Wilson
SB - Demski
WR - Clercius

We need another WR. Hard to determine if we have the budget for another high priced WR when we don't know what Wilson's salary is.

We also need another DB, DT, DE and possibly another OG/C....

Wheatfall would take that last spot right? I think all we can afford after that is entry level contracts for WR's, so we better make sure we have solid competition in that department!

#30

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers sign all-star...

Last post by Blueforlife - Today at 04:00:20 PM

Like think Sterns will have a decent year if he gets reps, liked what I saw