BLUE BOMBERS TRANSACTIONS – MAY 28

Blueforlife · May 28, 2024, 09:06:56 PM

https://www.bluebombers.com/2024/05/28/blue-bombers-transactions-may-28/

Blue In BC · May 28, 2024, 09:24:49 PM

That really thinned out the import rookie receiver group. Still quite a number competing though.

ModAdmin · May 28, 2024, 11:08:36 PM

Blue Bombers Transactions - May 28, 2024

WINNIPEG, MB., May 28, 2024 – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the following transactions:

Released from roster:

American receiver Peter Afful
American receiver Tyler Adams
American receiver Jaylen Hall
American offensive lineman Khalil Keith

ichabod_crane · May 28, 2024, 11:27:54 PM

Quote from: ModAdmin on May 28, 2024, 11:08:36 PMBlue Bombers Transactions - May 28, 2024

WINNIPEG, MB., May 28, 2024 – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the following transactions:

Released from roster:

American receiver Peter Afful
American receiver Tyler Adams
American receiver Jaylen Hall
American offensive lineman Khalil Keith

He was just TOO AFFUL to make the squad!!

Kinda knew that cut was coming!

Poor guy.

theaardvark · May 29, 2024, 12:47:57 AM

Adams is interesting, he seemed to fare well in SSK. Although for some reason, even with his name on a bar across his back, the Riders broadcast team couldn't figure out who he was...

kkc60 · May 29, 2024, 01:21:28 AM

Well our new receiver and KR are as clear as mud

ModAdmin · May 29, 2024, 02:41:04 AM

Quote from: kkc60 on May 29, 2024, 01:21:28 AMWell our new receiver and KR are as clear as mud

My money is on Chris Smith as the kick returner. Just a hunch but he has speed and, I think, savvy returning skills and ability.

theaardvark · May 29, 2024, 03:15:58 AM

AK Gassama would be a fun choice as KR... no DI spot given up.

kkc60 · May 29, 2024, 12:32:09 PM

Quote from: theaardvark on May 29, 2024, 03:15:58 AMAK Gassama would be a fun choice as KR... no DI spot given up.

I'd like to see him get a crack at it friday, but not too sure that'll happen

Throw Long Bannatyne · May 29, 2024, 12:57:08 PM

Quote from: theaardvark on May 29, 2024, 12:47:57 AMAdams is interesting, he seemed to fare well in SSK. Although for some reason, even with his name on a bar across his back, the Riders broadcast team couldn't figure out who he was...

Wasn't Adams the one wearing the red gloves and shoes?

kkc60 · May 29, 2024, 02:44:57 PM

Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 29, 2024, 12:57:08 PMWasn't Adams the one wearing the red gloves and shoes?

Nope that was Myron Mitchell I think

Jesse · May 29, 2024, 04:27:41 PM

Quote from: ModAdmin on May 29, 2024, 02:41:04 AMMy money is on Chris Smith as the kick returner. Just a hunch but he has speed and, I think, savvy returning skills and ability.

He looked the best in the first game. Let's see what happens on Friday.

theaardvark · May 29, 2024, 04:38:56 PM

Yes, a player needs the physical attributes to be a top returner. That is a given. And many, many players start with that.

What differentiates them is how they adapt to the three down rules. Returns in the CFL are so completely different than 4 down football.

NAT players who played at U Sports schools (I hate that U Sports looks like US sports) have a big leg up in that. Just knowing when to let a kick go into the endzone, or through the endzone, or out of bounds are all things some American players never wrap their heads around, or forget and let the training that goes back to PeeWee take over.

Finding a player with the skillset and mindset is the key. We have lots of players with demonstrable skills that we've brought in, and we have a coaching staff will the ability to coach up a player with the mental ability to adapt.

There may have been moments when a returner has gone down, and we've struggled to replace them immediately, but we've also produced some good ones.

We also have Demski, Holm, and others that are decent returners.

Here's an interesting thought... can Streveler return kicks? he's got speed and power, would be amazing to see him take on a cover team.

Pigskin · May 29, 2024, 06:59:35 PM

Quote from: kkc60 on May 29, 2024, 02:44:57 PMNope that was Myron Mitchell I think

Yes, it was. Wearing them today at practice. Time to put on some Blue.

Sir Blue and Gold · May 29, 2024, 07:02:27 PM

Quote from: theaardvark on May 29, 2024, 04:38:56 PMYes, a player needs the physical attributes to be a top returner. That is a given. And many, many players start with that.

What differentiates them is how they adapt to the three down rules. Returns in the CFL are so completely different than 4 down football.

NAT players who played at U Sports schools (I hate that U Sports looks like US sports) have a big leg up in that. Just knowing when to let a kick go into the endzone, or through the endzone, or out of bounds are all things some American players never wrap their heads around, or forget and let the training that goes back to PeeWee take over.

Finding a player with the skillset and mindset is the key. We have lots of players with demonstrable skills that we've brought in, and we have a coaching staff will the ability to coach up a player with the mental ability to adapt.

There may have been moments when a returner has gone down, and we've struggled to replace them immediately, but we've also produced some good ones.

We also have Demski, Holm, and others that are decent returners.

Here's an interesting thought... can Streveler return kicks? he's got speed and power, would be amazing to see him take on a cover team.

You are joking, right?