Official Game Day Thread - Winnipeg at Toronto., July 26, 2025

[gobombersgo]

[Blueforlife]

It's not if it's when

I think the d and him will rebound
Bridges will have his ups and downs

[blue_gold_84]

I sure hope the offense can get the run game going tomorrow.

[Blueforlife]

I sure hope the offense can get the run game going tomorrow.

Key to the game, OL gotta cook so Brady can shred

[BomberFan73]

Wow, is Toronto crappy at running the ball. Their leading rusher has 100 yards on the season, lol. 
Peterson had that in  1 drive.

[The Zipp]

had no idea this Ball guy was the son of Micheal Ball the sports guy in sask - Ballsy

[dd]

Do we have the starting lineup/depth chart for Toronto??

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

Well it wasn't so much a prediction as a who's left to fill in for an injured Canadian. We only have Schmekel, Vibert and Cobb as other healthy choices.

Novak was playing quite well on ST's and a DB would seem to be the best choice alternative to fill in that role as depth at the least.

Sorry to lose Novak but injuries happen. Unfortunately he's been moved to the 6 game IR. So chances are he'll be out at least that long.

He's about 30 lbs lighter than Novak and probably a little faster. Whether he actually sees time on ST's IDK, but certainly over time he will.

We now have another open spot on the PR. It might get filled next week with movement from our IR to PR but it could also mean a new face is added?

I predict Ball is the next Hallett, a sub for the missing brother.

[Throw Long Bannatyne]

Are we thinking Big Stan has been nursing the ankle most of this season?  He's been uncharacteristically, well, bad.  He was getting beaten on the outside like every other snap.

So the idea is we give him time off to heal and be 100% in X games?  Did we put him on the 6G?  That's a nice chunk of SMS right there.  And hey, wasn't Big Stan like Fatboi: almost never missing any games?

Vanterpool ain't gonna get it done.  Wounded Big Stan was better than him.  We're in for a world of hurt.  TOR won't need Kelly to win this one... Maybe start Strev so Zach isn't season-ended?

Last week was Vanterpool's first game at LT and he played as good/poor as Stan, I'd give him a bit more time to adjust to the position before dismissing him. As he mentioned in his interview with Ed Tait, the footwork and timing in the CFL is different than what he is accustomed to.

If Lofton doesn't get a shot at taking his job back within the next few weeks, he may have lost it for good to Randolph, not sure if he has been moved to the 1 game yet but he has been practicing.

[gobombersgo]

[gobombersgo]

Toronto Argonauts promote Canadian Tyshon Blackburn to starting SAM
By 3Down Staff -July 25, 2025

The Toronto Argonauts have made a change to their ratio ahead of Saturday's Grey Cup rematch with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, but not at the position you might expect.

Canadian defensive back Tyshon Blackburn has been given the start at strong-side linebacker for the first time this season. The 24-year-old has made four defensive tackles, three special teams tackles, and one interception in six games this year — already equalling his season totals from 2024.

American rookie Jarrett Martin, who collected six defensive tackles and two special teams tackles over three starts, has been demoted to the practice roster in a corresponding move.

Despite the added Canadian starter on defence, the Argos are continuing to roll with four nationals along the offensive line, regardless of mounting injuries. John Bosse, the team's third-round pick in 2024, will get his first start of the year at right tackle after Anim Dankwah, who was playing in place of the injured Ryan Hunter, went down with a season-ending ACL tear. Left guard Sage Doxtater (knee) is expected to play despite being listed as a game-time decision, but recently signed veteran Shane Richards will dress as insurance.

In depth moves, the Argos placed Global defensive end Thiadric Hansen (elbow) and Canadian defensive end Tyson Hergott (back) on the six-game injured list. Canadian linebacker Brian Harelimana returns from injury to help fill the void on special teams, and is joined in the lineup by fellow Canadian linebacker Stephen Smith and American defensive tackle Ricky Correia.

The Toronto Argonauts (1-5) will host the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3-2) at BMO Field on Saturday, July 26 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The Blue Bombers are coming off a 41-20 loss to the Calgary Stampeders, while the Argonauts gave up a fourth-quarter lead to narrowly lose to the Montreal Alouettes.

The weather forecast calls for a high of 27 degrees with a 40 percent chance of rain and a risk of thunderstorms. The game will be broadcast on TSN and CTV in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune-in on 680 CJOB in Winnipeg and TSN 1050 in Toronto.

https://3downnation.com/2025/07/25/toronto-argonauts-promote-canadian-tyshon-blackburn-to-starting-sam/

[The Zipp]

might be a bit before we see Kelly in action:

#Argos HC Ryan Dinwiddie says QB Chad Kelly is still "day-to-day, maybe week-to-week."

Kelly was on the practice field twice this week after recently visiting a familiar rehab specialist in Buffalo.

Dinwiddie says that really helped his progress, but he's not wherehe needs tobe

The strength isn't quite there yet. Mobility is getting there. Until we feel like he can protect himself with his legs, that's when we'll put him out on the field."

Sounds like a strong chance he also misses next week's game in Winnipeg.

[markf]

Bombers game is not on TSN + which I pay for to watch Bomber games.

[gobombersgo]

Canadian DB Ethan Ball, son of former Riders broadcaster, to make CFL debut for Winnipeg Blue Bombers
By 3Down Staff -July 25, 2025

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are only making one change to their roster ahead of Saturday's clash with the Toronto Argonauts, but the new face has a familiar name to CFL fans.

Canadian defensive back Ethan Ball, Winnipeg's sixth-round draft choice, will make his debut as a depth safety. The 23-year-old is the son of former Saskatchewan Roughriders play-by-play voice Michael Ball, who called games for the team during the 2022 and 2023 seasons. The long-time Regina broadcaster remains an active voice in the CFL media community.

The younger Ball became one of the top youth prospects in Regina and originally committed to the University of North Dakota in 2020. He made 44 tackles in 32 games for the Fighting Hawks, before transferring to the University of Calgary in 2024. He played five games during his lone U Sports campaign, recording 27 total tackles, two passes defended, and one fumble recovery.

Ball replaces fellow Canadian rookie Lane Novak in the lineup after the linebacker was placed on the six-game injured list with an undisclosed injury. Also on the six-game injured list are Canadian defensive back Jake Kelly, American offensive lineman Eric Lofton, Canadian linebacker Enock Makonzo, American defensive tackle Jamal Woods, and American receiver Dalton Schoen.

Players unavailable this week after seeing their tenure on the one-game injured list extended include American offensive lineman Stanley Bryant (ankle), Canadian long snapper Mike Benson (hip), and American returner Peyton Logan (thigh). American receiver Dillon Mitchell, American linebacker Jonathan Jones, and Canadian defensive tackle Tanner Schmekel are all healthy scratches.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3-2) will visit the Toronto Argonauts (1-5) at BMO Field on Saturday, July 26 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The Blue Bombers are coming off a 41-20 loss to the Calgary Stampeders, while the Argonauts gave up a fourth-quarter lead to narrowly lose to the Montreal Alouettes.

The weather forecast calls for a high of 27 degrees with a 40 percent chance of rain and a risk of thunderstorms. The game will be broadcast on TSN and CTV in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune-in on 680 CJOB in Winnipeg and TSN 1050 in Toronto.

https://3downnation.com/2025/07/25/canadian-db-ethan-ball-son-of-former-riders-broadcaster-to-make-cfl-debut-for-winnipeg-blue-bombers/

[blue_gold_84]

Canadian DB Ethan Ball, son of former Riders broadcaster, to make CFL debut for Winnipeg Blue Bombers
By 3Down Staff -July 25, 2025

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are only making one change to their roster ahead of Saturday's clash with the Toronto Argonauts, but the new face has a familiar name to CFL fans.

Canadian defensive back Ethan Ball, Winnipeg's sixth-round draft choice, will make his debut as a depth safety. The 23-year-old is the son of former Saskatchewan Roughriders play-by-play voice Michael Ball, who called games for the team during the 2022 and 2023 seasons. The long-time Regina broadcaster remains an active voice in the CFL media community.

The younger Ball became one of the top youth prospects in Regina and originally committed to the University of North Dakota in 2020. He made 44 tackles in 32 games for the Fighting Hawks, before transferring to the University of Calgary in 2024. He played five games during his lone U Sports campaign, recording 27 total tackles, two passes defended, and one fumble recovery.

Ball replaces fellow Canadian rookie Lane Novak in the lineup after the linebacker was placed on the six-game injured list with an undisclosed injury. Also on the six-game injured list are Canadian defensive back Jake Kelly, American offensive lineman Eric Lofton, Canadian linebacker Enock Makonzo, American defensive tackle Jamal Woods, and American receiver Dalton Schoen.

Players unavailable this week after seeing their tenure on the one-game injured list extended include American offensive lineman Stanley Bryant (ankle), Canadian long snapper Mike Benson (hip), and American returner Peyton Logan (thigh). American receiver Dillon Mitchell, American linebacker Jonathan Jones, and Canadian defensive tackle Tanner Schmekel are all healthy scratches.

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (3-2) will visit the Toronto Argonauts (1-5) at BMO Field on Saturday, July 26 with kickoff slated for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The Blue Bombers are coming off a 41-20 loss to the Calgary Stampeders, while the Argonauts gave up a fourth-quarter lead to narrowly lose to the Montreal Alouettes.

The weather forecast calls for a high of 27 degrees with a 40 percent chance of rain and a risk of thunderstorms. The game will be broadcast on TSN and CTV in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune-in on 680 CJOB in Winnipeg and TSN 1050 in Toronto.

https://3downnation.com/2025/07/25/canadian-db-ethan-ball-son-of-former-riders-broadcaster-to-make-cfl-debut-for-winnipeg-blue-bombers/

Ballsy must be having quite the identity crisis.