Final tune up of the team before the regular season. Jobs will be won and lost by rookies and possibly some veterans in the Calgary game while the "regulars" will solidify their positions.
A pre-season game but important to the entire team.
Zach Collaros will not play and Chris Streveler is unlikely to play as well leaving Terry Wilson and Darren Grainger fighting for the 3rd quarterback position.
https://www.bluebombers.com/2024/05/29/48-hour-primer-preseason-2/
Some position battles to watch...
Defensive End
Defensive Tackle
Defensive Back
Wide Receiver
Offensive Guard
Kick Returner
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Blue Bomber football is back!!
Kick return will be interesting.
Vann: 5-10, 190, 4.42/40.
Cruickshank: 5-9, 165, 4.56/40.
Both looked pretty quick today in practice.
WR: #71 Sy Barnett is a guy I will be watching closely. Kid was outstanding today.
Agree on 71. He was outstanding yesterday. Definitely in the mix.
I am excited to get back at it!
Quote from: Pigskin on May 30, 2024, 03:47:49 AMWR: #71 Sy Barnett is a guy I will be watching closely. Kid was outstanding today.
Going to be real hard to evaluate receivers with only rookies in at QB.
Haven't heard a lot about Barnett prior to today, but he sure has the athleticism, 4.4 40 speed, 40inch vertical. Rushed as well as recieved passes, Returned kicks and was also a punter with a 42 yard average.
talk about swiss army knife
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2024, 03:12:03 PMGoing to be real hard to evaluate receivers with only rookies in at QB.
I agree, not going to be too exciting of a game (are preseason games really ever?) but I do like the even playing field for Wilson and Grainger, and a good bit of opportunity for every player fighting to make the roster.
Quote from: kkc60 on May 30, 2024, 04:44:20 PMI agree, not going to be too exciting of a game (are preseason games really ever?) but I do like the even playing field for Wilson and Grainger, and a good bit of opportunity for every player fighting to make the roster.
I don't even agree with this.
We clearly are not allowing a competition for spots. Many of our starter have missed most or all of training camp. So new players can't compete because they aren't even being asked to play next to existing starters. So last year's squad just gets to walk in to their old spots.
And then for open spots, we're handicapping everyone by putting them on an island. receivers will see less looks, OL will be a constantly rotating cast, the defense will have zero cohesion and missed assignments all over the place.
And then our team will be asked to show up for the real thing 6 days later to play together for the very first time. I do not understand the thought process that led us here.
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2024, 05:23:05 PMI don't even agree with this.
We clearly are not allowing a competition for spots. Many of our starter have missed most or all of training camp. So new players can't compete because they aren't even being asked to play next to existing starters. So last year's squad just gets to walk in to their old spots.
And then for open spots, we're handicapping everyone by putting them on an island. receivers will see less looks, OL will be a constantly rotating cast, the defense will have zero cohesion and missed assignments all over the place.
And then our team will be asked to show up for the real thing 6 days later to play together for the very first time. I do not understand the thought process that led us here.
Well that is one way to look at it.
Quote from: kkc60 on May 30, 2024, 04:44:20 PMI agree, not going to be too exciting of a game (are preseason games really ever?) but I do like the even playing field for Wilson and Grainger, and a good bit of opportunity for every player fighting to make the roster.
Having 3rd and 4th string QB's really doesn't help WR, RB or even Oline a lot... any of them making a good showing *in spite of* the QB might be a leg up for them... "If I can do THIS with a backup, imagine with Zach..."
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2024, 05:23:05 PMI don't even agree with this.
We clearly are not allowing a competition for spots. Many of our starter have missed most or all of training camp. So new players can't compete because they aren't even being asked to play next to existing starters. So last year's squad just gets to walk in to their old spots.
And then for open spots, we're handicapping everyone by putting them on an island. receivers will see less looks, OL will be a constantly rotating cast, the defense will have zero cohesion and missed assignments all over the place.
And then our team will be asked to show up for the real thing 6 days later to play together for the very first time. I do not understand the thought process that led us here.
Many of our starters who have missed all or most of camp:
Nic Demski
Brady Oliveira
Pat Neufeld
Brandon Alexander
Adam Bighill (injured in camp)
Jamal Parker (injured in camp)
Cameron Lawson (injured in pre-season game one)
Not sure what making those guys do a full camp especially if they're not 100% would do? Less starters in camp means more reps for new players and more evaluation time. Unless you mean less starters playing in pre-season games? It may be harder for us to evaluate players when the offense is struggling but coaches are well versed in doing this. It's how training camp mostly works in the NFL too. They are used to evaluating players without a full cast of starters. That's their job and the Bombers are pretty good at it.
Name a couple rookie players we've cut in recent years who have gone on to have lots of success elsewhere?
Looks like about 11 rookie import receivers fighting for a role on the team. A few posters have mentioned some " favourites " but things can change quickly. Don't get injured and don't make mistakes. If you can make a big play, even better.
I see Augustine is not on the roster for this game. Rosery is 6 years younger on an ELC. That's something to watch how he does.
Not sure why we are starting American OT's at guard, guessing its better than not seeing them at all.. I hope Okeke gets some good reps in, I'm not sure that I want Lofton (31) starting at RT... if the Riders though he was good enough, they would not have spent so much on Hardrick... and it would be nice to get a younger guy to develop...
Who knows, different system, etc... but still.
Quote from: theaardvark on May 30, 2024, 06:33:51 PMNot sure why we are starting American OT's at guard, guessing its better than not seeing them at all.. I hope Okeke gets some good reps in, I'm not sure that I want Lofton (31) starting at RT... if the Riders though he was good enough, they would not have spent so much on Hardrick... and it would be nice to get a younger guy to develop...
Who knows, different system, etc... but still.
Because contingency plans are good. We've been lucky to have a relatively healthy offensive line in recent years, but we're only two unlucky injuries away from having to start an American there.
It will be a very "green" roster...but hey preseason. I am at least a tiny bit concerned with many of our starters not at least getting a couple series...but we have made the cup four years in a row so...
I am looking forward to seeing the defensive front seven. With the amount of inexperience on offence, I don't expect too many things to jump out.
I am pulling for Smith to show something on the return game, and for Moses to show that he is healthy and is still the type of impact player that he showed in his early college/pre college days.
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2024, 05:23:05 PMAnd then our team will be asked to show up for the real thing 6 days later to play together for the very first time. I do not understand the thought process that led us here.
Well, you can use the PS as padded "live" practice for your starters, or you can use it as rookie tryouts, or you can find a balance between the two.
In recent years we've been heavily slanted towards tryouts. I guess we can have that luxury when there are very few turnovers in the starter spots season to season.
It also might have something to do with the average age of our starters. Do they really need 2 more games a season of taking big hits and wear & tear?
But in MOS we must trust. He hasn't let us down yet. I guess if I can take the liberty to sum up what the general feeling on the forum probably is, it's "but maybe we should have given Zach/starters 2 series, not 0 in PS#2".
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2024, 06:18:14 PMI see Augustine is not on the roster for this game. Rosery is 6 years younger on an ELC. That's something to watch how he does.
Johnny looked very good in PS#1. I think he solidified his hold on RB-in-waiting. The rookies will have to do something special to usurp his spot in week 1.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 30, 2024, 06:41:49 PMBecause contingency plans are good. We've been lucky to have a relatively healthy offensive line in recent years, but we're only two unlucky injuries away from having to start an American there.
Or we are eyeing that 3 IMP OL option. We have the unusual flexibility of picking the best-of-the-rest for the 5th spot (OG), regardless of passport. Of course the odds are we stick to the normal script... but Dobson/Eli
might suck!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2024, 08:31:33 PMJohnny looked very good in PS#1. I think he solidified his hold on RB-in-waiting. The rookies will have to do something special to usurp his spot in week 1.
I thought he looked good as well. My expectation was that Rosery would end up on the PR. That said, we might see both on the AR in different roles. It depends on a few things. Chris Smith might make the AR as a returner / RB even if that means he's not a DI ( if we still go 8 NI starters ). Or he could be a DI.
The problems for Augustine ( if there is one ) is that both Smith and Rosery are 6 years younger and both are on ELC's. Augustine is about $110K IIRC.
Now none of those in themselves is reason to not retain Augustine, IDK. Ratio, roster size, number of Canadians we want to keep on the AR are all at play.
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Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2024, 08:34:00 PMOr we are eyeing that 3 IMP OL option. We have the unusual flexibility of picking the best-of-the-rest for the 5th spot (OG), regardless of passport. Of course the odds are we stick to the normal script... but Dobson/Eli might suck!
That's true and honestly some if it might be just protecting players and keeping them off the field who are already locked into their spots.
There are no ratio rules in the pre-season so why not start more Americans guards if we've got a few we want to see. Now is the time.
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2024, 05:23:05 PMI don't even agree with this.
We clearly are not allowing a competition for spots. Many of our starter have missed most or all of training camp. So new players can't compete because they aren't even being asked to play next to existing starters. So last year's squad just gets to walk in to their old spots.
And then for open spots, we're handicapping everyone by putting them on an island. receivers will see less looks, OL will be a constantly rotating cast, the defense will have zero cohesion and missed assignments all over the place.
And then our team will be asked to show up for the real thing 6 days later to play together for the very first time. I do not understand the thought process that led us here.
O'Shea said himself in his interview today that some of the veterans may have played if we had more than 6 days until the first regular season game. In a perfect world, yes, it would be nice to see more vets playing. But given the schedule, I'm good seeing all rookies. Very few would be in a position to challenge for a starting spot where we have a proven vet anyway. With an 18 game regular season, I don't want any of our stars to get banged up early-on.
Starting quarterback Terry Wilson's thoughts before tomorrow's game...
https://www.bluebombers.com/2024/05/30/terry-wilson-may-30/
Quote from: kkc60 on May 30, 2024, 04:44:20 PMI agree, not going to be too exciting of a game (are preseason games really ever?) but I do like the even playing field for Wilson and Grainger, and a good bit of opportunity for every player fighting to make the roster.
Not really an even playing field when Wilson has had a couple more weeks longer than Grainger to learn the CFL game. Liked what Wilson did in the first pre-season game, my mind is already made up. ;D
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 30, 2024, 11:35:54 PMThere are no ratio rules in the pre-season so why not start more Americans guards if we've got a few we want to see. Now is the time.
Is that really true? I have never heard that. I didn't notice any big lack of NATs in the other PS games... wouldn't the teams/coaches want to also test out their ability to keep live track of the ratio, as they must in "real" games?
I guess it makes sense, as who cares in PS, but it's still news to me.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 31, 2024, 04:27:01 AMNot really an even playing field when Wilson has had a couple more weeks longer than Grainger to learn the CFL game. Liked what Wilson did in the first pre-season game, my mind is already made up. ;D
Wilson for sure has a big advantage on the #3 right now. Hopefully they both put together a couple good drives so we can actually get multiple players getting touches & making plays. I'm expecting quite a few struggles though.
Grainger probably ends up on the PR so we can get a longer look. After all he's just 23 and needs to adjust to being a pro, learning the CFL game etc etc. Can't expect him to do that in such a short time.
Due to losses in free agency, retirements and injuries we have several roster spots up for grabs. Looking forward to seeing what the rookies will bring in these fierce competitions. With so many veterans sitting out, it may be difficult to assess what some players achieve. It will require review of the game film by coaches and TC evaluations. Those will be more significant information than pre season games only.
We all know our offence is going to be excellent regardless of some final selections for a new receiver or OL.
I'll be more interested to watch play on the defensive side of the ball. It appears we will have 6 new starters due to injuries to 3 starters: Bighill, Parker and Lawson.
Reports from TC suggest we've found some very good young talent but which win the starters roles is not necessarily obvious to us posters. Most of us can't even attend practice.
Looking forward to watching the game tonight. GO BOMBERS. I'm not basing a win as a must but hope we can at least be competitive and minimize mistakes and blown assignments.
The depth chart doesn't show any starters from 2023 playing and only a few that were even with the team last year. Let's hope we don't lose anybody we expect to win a role suffering a new injury.
DT's as Schmekel and Fox. Has an interesting ring to it. Schmekel and Fox, could be a cop buddy movie, or a law firm, or a burger restaurant, or a DT pairing...
Looks like the game is not on TSN. Anyone know how to stream it?
I'll fire up my Commodore 64 and get the dial-up modem out of the basement.
Thanks and go Blue!
Quote from: gordo on May 31, 2024, 04:28:21 PMLooks like the game is not on TSN. Anyone know how to stream it?
I'll fire up my Commodore 64 and get the dial-up modem out of the basement.
Thanks and go Blue!
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Hey Gordo, Here's the link you are searching for.... https://www.cfl.ca/plus/
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Don't thank me, just pass me a beer tonight while you enjoy the game.
Go Bombers!!
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 31, 2024, 04:58:04 PMhttps://www.cfl.ca/plus/
Thanks! Found it also. One virtual beer coming your way!
Going to be heading out to PAS soon. First pilgrimage of the year! Stoked.
GO BLUE!
P.S. Are they doing the STH food discount lanyards again? I didn't hear anything and haven't picked up anything.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2024, 08:48:53 PMGoing to be heading out to PAS soon. First pilgrimage of the year! Stoked.
GO BLUE!
P.S. Are they doing the STH food discount lanyards again? I didn't hear anything and haven't picked up anything.
Yes, you should have received an email advising you to pick up the card and bobblehead.
10% off food and 15% off regular priced merch.
Quote from: gobombersgo on May 31, 2024, 08:51:40 PMYes, you should have received an email advising you to pick up the card and bobblehead.
10% off food and 15% off regular priced merch.
Oops, 17k emails in my inbox, not a high priority. I rely on you guys to tell me here!! Oh well. I bet I can't pick it up on game-day either, so I guess I'll have to come out next week. Thx for the info anyhow.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2024, 09:02:27 PMOops, 17k emails in my inbox, not a high priority. I rely on you guys to tell me here!! Oh well. I bet I can't pick it up on game-day either, so I guess I'll have to come out next week. Thx for the info anyhow.
I bet you can. Check outside the Bomber Store. They will probably have a table set up as they have done in past years.
Checking out the CGY depth chart, even though someone said they are leaving many starters at home, it is clear Dickenson The Greater is doing what he said and working on getting starters to gel, at least on O. They are starting their entire tier-1 O except for that one OL. And I'll be dollars to donuts they not only get a quarter, but probably a half... or more.
Expect our mostly-rookie D to have some fits containing those guys. But hey, at least we'll get to see a lot of them, because our O will basically never be on the field (much like PS#1 game, but worse).
Now on D, they are doing a few more rookie-looks, but are still starting a ton of tier-1s. Including our Mr Houston.
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Quote from: gobombersgo on May 31, 2024, 09:05:58 PMI bet you can. Check outside the Bomber Store. They will probably have a table set up as they have done in past years.
Oooh, that would be slick! I'll check it out!! If not, no big whoop, but worth a shot to save a long drive.
Will have to watch how long Cole plays tonight. I don't know if he's really got a chance to win the starting role at SAM or he's just getting work as the back up.
We have the option in the ratio to start 8 or 9 Canadians with Ford and Kramdi. OTOH, we may look to start 2 import DL and only 8 Canadians due to injury to Lawson.
This ref has a great ref voice on the penalty announcements.
Vanilla game as expected. Not much of anything happening by anybody. Bomber defence does seem to be getting pressure against 1st team Stamps.
Lotsa punts...
Not a great first quarter
2 first downs
12 offensive plays
34 passing yards
About right for who is playing
Punt returner Mitchell is not having a great showing so far -
Mitchell has to catch that. I think he's dropped 2 now in this game. Starting to see many rookie make mistakes.
Sheehan takes too long to get his punts off??
Ok. Smith is our returner. Normally I would think you let that bounce into the end zone and not catch it on the 1 or 2 yard line. Not sure what he was told to do though.
There seem to be some good work from some of our defensive players. Trying to determine who is doing what is not easy though. So many players rotating in and out.
Adams, Upshaw and Rivers made some good plays on the DL.
Grainger's getting more time than I thought. Wilson back in soon?
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 01, 2024, 01:29:55 AMMitchell has to catch that. I think he's dropped 2 now in this game. Starting to see many rookie make mistakes.
Sheehan takes too long to get his punts off??
Ok. Smith is our returner. Normally I would think you let that bounce into the end zone and not catch it on the 1 or 2 yard line. Not sure what he was told to do though.
There seem to be some good work from some of our defensive players. Trying to determine who is doing what is not easy though. So many players rotating in and out.
Adams, Upshaw and Rivers made some good plays on the DL.
Sheehans punts took forever to get off last year!! Not keen on the prospects of him being our punter this year
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I think many of the DB's playing now will be released tomorrow. D.Ford,N.McCarthy and M. Griffin. Players playing now are fighting mostly for PR spots IMO.
Mitchell looked like Bailey there taunting the D :D
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 01, 2024, 02:51:09 AMI think many of the DB's playing now will be released tomorrow. D.Ford,N.McCarthy and M. Griffin. Players playing now are fighting mostly for PR spots IMO.
Ford just made another play. Don't think he'll be cut tomorrow.
Kind of dumb not to play a QB that can stretch the field and test receivers ability to get open and make plays.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 01, 2024, 03:04:21 AMFord just made another play. Don't think he'll be cut tomorrow.
He's also been beaten quite a bit on other plays. Stamps back ups to back ups are in that he's defending.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 01, 2024, 03:06:25 AMKind of dumb not to play a QB that can stretch the field and test receivers ability to get open and make plays.
Assume you mean Zach. But if they did play him, and he got hurt imagine the uproar for playing him in a nothing game?
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 01, 2024, 03:10:13 AMHe's also been beaten quite a bit on other plays. Stamps back ups to back ups are in that he's defending.
He may be released, but I don't know if I see what you see
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 01, 2024, 03:13:16 AMHe may be released, but I don't know if I see what you see
Roster says he's 5'-8" but I don't believe it, too short to platy DB IMO.
I prefer a bigger DB too, but small seems to be the trend
Wow. That is a nice pick.
D. Ford beaten for a pass to 1 yard line. Did you see that now? He has made 5 DT's so far but that's been an indication he's being targeted IMO.
Listening to the game on OB.....not pretty....yeah it's pre-season but that's a poor effort all around.....
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 01, 2024, 03:19:02 AMI prefer a bigger DB too, but small seems to be the trend
Lack of height becomes a liability defending against taller receivers.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 01, 2024, 03:35:49 AMD. Ford beaten for a pass to 1 yard line. Did you see that now?
It wasn't a great play, but that doesn't change what I said
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 01, 2024, 03:38:38 AMLack of height becomes a liability defending against taller receivers.
Hackett is another smaller guy that has made plays
Pretty much what should have been expected
Disappointed that we didn't see enough players make any impact, just some random notes;
Adams on the dl impressed, I really hope we go with 2 import interior lineman, Adams and Fox
Moses looked good but was he injured? Might be an issue with him. Tre Thomas looks like he might be a player.
No dbs stood out, I agree D Ford was picked on. and I like Hackett's compete just not big enough. Mcphee didn't look great either.
No receivers stood out either, didn't help that the qbs were just bad.
Smith has won the returner job.
I liked Rosary , just don't know if we have room for him.
Looks like we need to scout some more for a 3rd string qb.
31-10
Yeah really ugly.
Smith made the team.
QB: Terrible. Bring in Cornelius.
KR: Smith
LB: Thomas, Petrishen, Gemmel.
DL: Upshaw, Adams, Rivers.
DB: Bridges, Fuller, Norman.
RB: Rosery to the PR.
Short rainy practice week coming up. Next Thursday will be interesting.
It was a disappointing effort/performance but Calgary's offence involved their #1 and #2 quarterbacks against our #3 and #4. We did give our rookies some reps but nothing really stood out other than Smith's great return for a TD. Others had their moments but our defence was run over no matter what or who Calgary threw at the Bombers. This was the first pre-season schedule where we used pretty well all rookies in both games in my recent recollection.
It will be an interesting game against Montreal on June 6th. Hopefully our vets come ready to play.
I am wondering if BO20 will be ready with 2 days of practice for next Thursdays game?
I thought it was a pretty good night for us. Their starters didn't do much against our backups and we were surprisingly stout against the run.
Sure our offense didn't score much but we had a truly all backup unit out there and a first year QB along with a guy who has been here a week.
I wouldn't want to be Calgary after the first half. Super disappointing for them given the guys they played and who they played against.
Quote from: 3rdand1.5 on May 30, 2024, 07:39:48 PMIt will be a very "green" roster...but hey preseason. I am at least a tiny bit concerned with many of our starters not at least getting a couple series...but we have made the cup four years in a row so...
I am looking forward to seeing the defensive front seven. With the amount of inexperience on offence, I don't expect too many things to jump out.
I am pulling for Smith to show something on the return game, and for Moses to show that he is healthy and is still the type of impact player that he showed in his early college/pre college days.
Montreal sat almost ALL their starters from last season in their last pre-season game too against Ottawa. Fajardo not even listed on the stats sheet. So BOTH teams going in guessing who the starters will be on each team (wink wink nudge nudge! ;)) and early season guessing games already in full swing!! LET THE GAMES BEGIN! :D ;)
Quote from: gordo on May 31, 2024, 04:28:21 PMLooks like the game is not on TSN. Anyone know how to stream it?
I'll fire up my Commodore 64 and get the dial-up modem out of the basement.
Thanks and go Blue!
Pulled out my old TRS-80 to view the game earlier! :D How about a Sinclair from the 70's or Apple II?! ;)
Quote from: gordo on May 31, 2024, 04:28:21 PMLooks like the game is not on TSN. Anyone know how to stream it?
I'll fire up my Commodore 64 and get the dial-up modem out of the basement.
Thanks and go Blue!
Pulled out my old TRS-80 to view the game earlier! :D How about a Sinclair from the 70's or Apple II?!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2024, 08:30:34 PMBut in MOS we must trust. He hasn't let us down yet. I guess if I can take the liberty to sum up what the general feeling on the forum probably is, it's "but maybe we should have given Zach/starters 2 series, not 0 in PS#2".
Agreed. In the Manitoba Mafia we trust!! ;) Better than the futility of even just a decade ago!! :) Bombers were a joke back then for several years. I know sports teams go in cycles often, but that was BRUTAL!! Even going back farther to TJ Rubley and the Harley Davidson and the Marboro man coach was all a gimmick. Like bringing in Johnny Football Manziel! Doomed to fail from the beginning.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on June 01, 2024, 04:45:54 AMI thought it was a pretty good night for us. Their starters didn't do much against our backups and we were surprisingly stout against the run.
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I wouldn't want to be Calgary after the first half. Super disappointing for them given the guys they played and who they played against.
I totally agree. Exactly what I was thinking. We held them to 2 FGs for how long?... against their #1 top-tier O?! With almost no starters on our D? Wow!!
And yes(!) our run D was stout all night, especially up the gut. That means the DTs were showing well, even though I couldn't really spot specific names. In the 2nd half CGY adjusted and started bouncing the run outside, and that got them more YPC, but still almost no 1st downs or explosions.
You can look at the score and get all bummed out, but we did quite well against a decent team's starters, and, like you said, CGY should be scared...
The biggest downside I see was either our DC didn't adjust as well as their OC, or our guys were getting gassed in the 2nd H (lots of hands on hips). Neither is good. Hopefully Younger will be a master "adjuster", not one of those "no changes at halftime" guys.
My take, after a pretty nice night @PAS and lots of binocular use:
Bye-bye:
QB Grainger
WR Mitchell
WR Cruickshank
WR Ford (the IMP version)
Possible keepers:
WR Clercius
RB Smith
QB Wilson
DTs: whoever was so stout on the run
LB Charbonneau
LB Thomas
DB McGhee
DB Hackett
DB Ford (the NAT version) -- even though I didn't see him out there?
OL I couldn't really judge @PAS as I needed to focus on QB/WR. But they did pretty well for much of the game. The weakest play in pass pro seemed to come from the left side, not sure if G or T (or both). But OL stunk rocks in the run game. Made it really hard to judge the RBs.
Castillo looking solid was nice to see: and the shaved dome & beard, haha.
Shehan has clearly worked on booming high-arcers, which is great to see so we know we have that option. In fact, I saw very few wacky-aussie side-foot punts. The only "bad" punt I saw was that one that went out at the 16. I thought it was close live from where I sat, and I thought it was in the 15, but the judge thought otherwise.
The 2nd best play of the night was the dropped snap by P Mastro G leading to the 1st down on 3rd. That had the crowd excited! Dickenson The Remaining writes note to self: make sure 2 guys rush the punter, not 1...
My final beef is we didn't let Wilson take shots down the field like we did in PS#1. I saw him look at the go route a couple of times, but he decided against it. Hard to tell who to blame most for this: QB or OC (or even WR). Opening up the field might have made life a little easier in the run/short game. CGY quickly realized they only had to defend the LoS and flat.
WFC completely redid the Ring of Honor, with all the names moved closer together, starting at the far North end, with plenty of room to add more names. And the whole thing in deep Bomber blue. I thought it looked great.
24.3k announced tickets sold. But maybe 14k there IMHO. Still looking across at the east side (the perennial pizza-pass losers!) it was a very good crowd for a PS. But my section was pretty dead and the section next door even worse. Not complaining: I like the extra space!
Shawarma only +$1 this year. I'm very, very pleased WFC et al are keeping a lid on inflation. I'm sure this is appreciated by all fans.
Love the new Bomber Store layout!! Makes much more sense vs the chaos that was the previous layout. Although harder to exit without buying anything, it should also help with "shrink".
There was no STH lanyard pickup outside the Store... oh well, it was a longshot. Will have to trek out during the week.
Really the only downside, besides the score, was getting my legs back in 6-7 flight climbing shape after a flabby off-season. ;D
Wow... I said to my son when leaving that I bet our entire O didn't produce 300Y all night. Then I thought about it and said "make that 250Y".
Ya, so cfl.ca gametracker says 121Y total O!!!! !!!!!! (vs 521 for CGY) And I wonder if that 121 includes the 40Y 3rd down failed punt conversion?? :o
Mega yikes. Definitely not trying to wow the fans tonight! :o
Quote from: Pigskin on June 01, 2024, 04:25:39 AMQB: Terrible. Bring in Cornelius.
KR: Smith
LB: Thomas, Petrishen, Gemmel.
DL: Upshaw, Adams, Rivers.
DB: Bridges, Fuller, Norman.
RB: Rosery to the PR.
Short rainy practice week coming up. Next Thursday will be interesting.
Hard pass on Cornelius who is the definition of horrible if you look it up in Websters dictionary.
Fuller, aside from making a nice pass break, up was caught getting burned one to many times. McGhee gave up the massive shot in the first quarter had a rough outing.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 01, 2024, 07:08:30 AMMy take, after a pretty nice night @PAS and lots of binocular use:
Bye-bye:
QB Grainger
WR Mitchell
WR Cruickshank
WR Ford (the IMP version)
Possible keepers:
WR Clercius
RB Smith
QB Wilson
DTs: whoever was so stout on the run
LB Charbonneau
LB Thomas
DB McGhee
DB Hackett
DB Ford (the NAT version) -- even though I didn't see him out there?
OL I couldn't really judge @PAS as I needed to focus on QB/WR. But they did pretty well for much of the game. The weakest play in pass pro seemed to come from the left side, not sure if G or T (or both). But OL stunk rocks in the run game. Made it really hard to judge the RBs.
Castillo looking solid was nice to see: and the shaved dome & beard, haha.
Shehan has clearly worked on booming high-arcers, which is great to see so we know we have that option. In fact, I saw very few wacky-aussie side-foot punts. The only "bad" punt I saw was that one that went out at the 16. I thought it was close live from where I sat, and I thought it was in the 15, but the judge thought otherwise.
The 2nd best play of the night was the dropped snap by P Mastro G leading to the 1st down on 3rd. That had the crowd excited! Dickenson The Remaining writes note to self: make sure 2 guys rush the punter, not 1...
My final beef is we didn't let Wilson take shots down the field like we did in PS#1. I saw him look at the go route a couple of times, but he decided against it. Hard to tell who to blame most for this: QB or OC (or even WR). Opening up the field might have made life a little easier in the run/short game. CGY quickly realized they only had to defend the LoS and flat.
I'm confused why you think Tyrell Ford is a possible keeper. The guy will be starting at Field Cornerback.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on June 01, 2024, 09:17:53 AMHard pass on Cornelius who is the definition of horrible if you look it up in Websters dictionary.
Fuller, aside from making a nice pass break, up was caught getting burned one to many times. McGhee gave up the massive shot in the first quarter had a rough outing.
I liked we saw from the rookie imports mentioned. A couple could end up as DI's. I wouldn't rule out a couple of them actually starting. It's too many to get all on the AR so several will be sent to the PR if they accept.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on June 01, 2024, 09:17:53 AMHard pass on Cornelius who is the definition of horrible if you look it up in Websters dictionary.
Fuller, aside from making a nice pass break, up was caught getting burned one to many times. McGhee gave up the massive shot in the first quarter had a rough outing.
McGhee was in the right place and the receiver made a very good catch. A couple of times he was playing off too far but that may have been the defensive call.
Jake Kelly stood out a couple times with some physical hits. I remember he did the same lastyear when he saw the field.
Like this kid.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 01, 2024, 01:51:50 PMI liked we saw from the rookie imports mentioned. A couple could end up as DI's. I wouldn't rule out a couple of them actually starting. It's too many to get all on the AR so several will be sent to the PR if they accept.
McGhee was in the right place and the receiver made a very good catch. A couple of times he was playing off too far but that may have been the defensive call.
Watching live from the stadium, it looked to me like McGhee was beat. It's only one play,so it's not like you can judge him solely on it, but he looked beat.
Quote from: pdirks67 on June 01, 2024, 03:00:14 PMWatching live from the stadium, it looked to me like McGhee was beat. It's only one play,so it's not like you can judge him solely on it, but he looked beat.
He was very obviously beat and beat badly. Tracked the ball horribly, stopped running for a moment while the ball was in flight ... that and a couple other plays ... yikes, he's an easy cut for me
You'd have hoped for a better showing from McGhee, who was a fav to win a spot. But I agree, he stood out in a bad way.
I think they've seen enough good stuff from him previously though, and that might save him.
Quote from: Pete on June 01, 2024, 04:13:22 AMLooks like we need to scout some more for a 3rd string qb.
I liked the work of Cal back up QB's particularly Bonner, if he gets released we should pick him up.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 01, 2024, 07:08:30 AMMy take, after a pretty nice night @PAS and lots of binocular use:
Bye-bye:
QB Grainger
WR Mitchell
WR Cruickshank
WR Ford (the IMP version)
Possible keepers:
WR Clercius
RB Smith
QB Wilson
DTs: whoever was so stout on the run
LB Charbonneau
LB Thomas
DB McGhee
DB Hackett
DB Ford (the NAT version) -- even though I didn't see him out there?
OL I couldn't really judge @PAS as I needed to focus on QB/WR. But they did pretty well for much of the game. The weakest play in pass pro seemed to come from the left side, not sure if G or T (or both). But OL stunk rocks in the run game. Made it really hard to judge the RBs.
Castillo looking solid was nice to see: and the shaved dome & beard, haha.
Shehan has clearly worked on booming high-arcers, which is great to see so we know we have that option. In fact, I saw very few wacky-aussie side-foot punts. The only "bad" punt I saw was that one that went out at the 16. I thought it was close live from where I sat, and I thought it was in the 15, but the judge thought otherwise.
The 2nd best play of the night was the dropped snap by P Mastro G leading to the 1st down on 3rd. That had the crowd excited! Dickenson The Remaining writes note to self: make sure 2 guys rush the punter, not 1...
My final beef is we didn't let Wilson take shots down the field like we did in PS#1. I saw him look at the go route a couple of times, but he decided against it. Hard to tell who to blame most for this: QB or OC (or even WR). Opening up the field might have made life a little easier in the run/short game. CGY quickly realized they only had to defend the LoS and flat.
I think later in the game Wilson was spooked by the 2 interceptions he'd already thrown and the memory of Barriere being cut for making the same mistakes. He had enough time to complete deeper passes but lacking the vision to see the field clearly he just wouldn't pull the trigger, pulling the ball down and tried to scramble instead. In some ways admirable in other ways troubling, it looks like he has the physical skills, only time will tell if he has the mental skills to process the game.
Thomas and Bridges, the kid from North Dakota are very physical players and are very quick to the ball.
Quote from: gobombersgo on May 31, 2024, 09:05:58 PMI bet you can. Check outside the Bomber Store. They will probably have a table set up as they have done in past years.
They did have that, really bad communication from Bombers on this though, I called and said couldn't pick up game day. Understandable but was disappointed (I am 1.5 hrs out of town). Then we try anyway yesterday at the store and they say no dice. We see people with bobble heads so I ask again and they told me go to gate 2 table as you mentioned, very quick service, Bombers need to advertise this better next year and train their staff better so STH are given the correct info.
Ford and McGhee got beat up a bit but they will come around
Quote from: CrazyCanuck89 on June 01, 2024, 12:29:50 PMI'm confused why you think Tyrell Ford is a possible keeper. The guy will be starting at Field Cornerback.
I was just trying to go over the whole depth chart and put guys into either cut / keep columns. (Omitting them completely means I didn't really notice them.)
I wanted to make sure it was clear NAT Ford was a keeper. In fact, he was basically the sole anomaly of being a guaranteed starter on that depth chart (outside of the kickers and some OL).
Quote from: Mike on June 01, 2024, 03:02:46 PMHe was very obviously beat and beat badly. Tracked the ball horribly, stopped running for a moment while the ball was in flight ... that and a couple other plays ... yikes, he's an easy cut for me
Ya, but that was one play, and he made up for it the rest of the game by being in the hip pocket of his guy. Either the DC called for the wrong coverage on that bust, or he made the wrong guess. It happens. He'll learn. Every DB is allowed a whiff.
DT on CJOB post-game said McGhee is almost certainly going to start week 1, especially with the supposed injury to Parker. I think McGhee could easily be a Parker-level player eventually. If he's going to be our next-man-up backup for the DB corps, he'll probably get a hefty 4-10 games of starting this season.
Quote from: Horseman on June 01, 2024, 03:19:08 PMI liked the work of Cal back up QB's particularly Bonner, if he gets released we should pick him up.
Bonner looked amazing. I have no idea who this guy is or how long he's been with them, but he made our rookie QBs look awful. In fact, Bonner was almost looking better than Maier... Could be a short leash early in the season!
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 01, 2024, 03:04:21 AMFord just made another play. Don't think he'll be cut tomorrow.
He was cut and didn't even make the PR.
You needed to bump that post just to show I was wrong? ???
I did also say that he may be cut, I just didn't think he played as bad as you were suggesting.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 02, 2024, 04:14:19 PMYou needed to bump that post just to show I was wrong? ???
I did also say that he may be cut, I just didn't think he played as bad as you were suggesting.
Not exactly. Usually DB's playing most of the final pre season game are TCF. When they are being targeted that's not a good sign.
I'm trying to figure out what you were seeing that made you feel he wasn't playing that badly.
We cut 10 of the DB's that were playing against Calgary. It was clear that there was going to be a significant trimming of the bodies at DB.
Roughly 38 players that played were released. A few went to PR.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 02, 2024, 05:27:37 PMNot exactly. Usually DB's playing most of the final pre season game are TCF. When they are being targeted that's not a good sign.
I'm trying to figure out what you were seeing that made you feel he wasn't playing that badly.
We cut 10 of the DB's that were playing against Calgary. It was clear that there was going to be a significant trimming of the bodies at DB.
Roughly 38 players that played were released. A few went to PR.
I really have no investment in this player and won't lose any sleep that he is gone.
I just find it pretty petty of you to call me out by bumping that post.
I mean I could easily do the same, but to each their own I guess.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 02, 2024, 05:52:01 PMI really have no investment in this player and won't lose any sleep that he is gone.
I just find it pretty petty of you to call me out by bumping that post.
I mean I could easily do the same, but to each their own I guess.
The forum is a conversation and we had a conversation during the game. You can't be that thin skinned. Discussions like this occur all during TC and pre season games. Actually they occur during the regular season.
I gave my reasons why I thought he'd be released quickly and you disagreed. That's fine but I asked what you saw that I didn't and you didn't respond.
Opinions are based on specific observations one way or the other. You have to have some support for an opinion. If you don't you get challenged. Not all opinions work out. I thought C. Smith was a lock to be the returner for example.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 02, 2024, 06:01:13 PMThe forum is a conversation and we had a conversation during the game. You can't be that thin skinned. Discussions like this occur all during TC and pre season games. Actually they occur during the regular season.
I gave my reasons why I thought he'd be released quickly and you disagreed. That's fine but I asked what you saw that I didn't and you didn't respond.
Opinions are based on specific observations one way or the other. You have to have some support for an opinion. If you don't you get challenged. Not all opinions work out. I thought C. Smith was a lock to be the returner for example.
Both Ford and Hackett made some good plays off the edge of the box with solid tackles in the second game but they were also beaten blatantly in pass coverage, so there was good and bad plays, both getting cut was not a huge surprise considering the limited openings.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 02, 2024, 06:06:24 PMBoth Ford and Hackett made some good plays off the edge of the box with solid tackles in the second game but they were also beaten blatantly in pass coverage, so there was good and bad plays, both getting cut was not a huge surprise considering the limited openings.
You have to take into account the competition they are playing against as well. Lining up against a 3rd or 4th string QB and a TCF receiver and mostly getting beaten, not a good thing. A DB must be better in coverage than run support on most plays. I'd rather give up a 5 yard run than a 40 yard pass.
I get your point but this applies to all players. You have to make more good plays than bad plays against the best competition. You also have to do more than the other rookies against the same competition.
I thought Hackett had a better performance of the 2 but noted Bond and Bridges were higher performing on the day.
The last pre season game is rookies against rookies most often.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 02, 2024, 06:01:13 PMThe forum is a conversation and we had a conversation during the game. You can't be that thin skinned. Discussions like this occur all during TC and pre season games. Actually they occur during the regular season.
I gave my reasons why I thought he'd be released quickly and you disagreed. That's fine but I asked what you saw that I didn't and you didn't respond.
Opinions are based on specific observations one way or the other. You have to have some support for an opinion. If you don't you get challenged. Not all opinions work out. I thought C. Smith was a lock to be the returner for example.
You said he had a terrible game and I disagreed. Nothing has changed. I'm moving on........
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 02, 2024, 08:05:40 PMYou said he had a terrible game and I disagreed. Nothing has changed. I'm moving on........
You can move on but you never did say what you saw that made you feel differently. That was the point of the conversation and question. You were given a fair chance several times to explain your view.
You just took your ball and went home.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 02, 2024, 08:22:33 PMYou can move on but you never did say what you saw that made you feel differently. That was the point of the conversation and question. You were given a fair chance several times to explain your view.
You just took your ball and went home.
Post # 51 & 55. I don't owe you ****, who do you think you are?
When jerks are on the field, I take my ball home - yup. Have a good one.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 02, 2024, 08:28:00 PMPost # 51 & 55. I don't owe you ****, who do you think you are?
When jerks are on the field, I take my ball home - yup. Have a good one.
Breaking forum code of conduct now? Name calling is not allowed. Yikes. All that in 68 posts as a member.
Okay, you both need to stop, now.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 02, 2024, 08:28:00 PMWhen jerks are on the field, I take my ball home - yup. Have a good one.
The forum can be a rough place, waaaay worse than what is posted in this thread. And BinBC is one of the least offensive posters here. He's right that you need to chillaxe a bit because there's going to be heat and controversy sometimes.
I mention this because I was new once and it can be disheartening and demeaning and make you want to quit if you're not an old hand. But don't, you'll find a way to FI with out FO, and we don't all have to be signing kumbaya all the time. I should know...
So don't let it get you down. If someone asks "why", tell them. It's far better to get a "why" than a "shut up your thread is useless". BinBC is geniuine.
Just my 2c in the hopes of being helpful.
As for IMP Ford, I thought he was a cut based on what I saw, but he also did ok a few times and was generally sound in what he was doing. If we were more hard-up for talent we probably keep him. From my vantage point I, like TLB/BinBC, thought he was a lot like Hackett; and personally I liked McGhee more (and Mafia agreed). And we always have his number... should the need arise. Who knows, he could still get a 2025 TC invite.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 03, 2024, 07:37:20 AMAs for IMP Ford, I thought he was a cut based on what I saw, but he also did ok a few times and was generally sound in what he was doing. If we were more hard-up for talent we probably keep him. From my vantage point I, like TLB/BinBC, thought he was a lot like Hackett; and personally I liked McGhee more (and Mafia agreed). And we always have his number... should the need arise. Who knows, he could still get a 2025 TC invite.
I'm not saying this is the case with Ford, but it's important to remember that the team has much more intimate knowledge of the player than we do attending a few TCs and watching preseason games.
The reality is almost all of the players we bring in have set records and been star athletes in their previous programs. They're all very good football players.
How do they fit in in the locker room? What kind of attitude do they have day in day out? Do they party a lot? How serious are they about this opportunity? About getting better?
We can't answer those but the Bombers sure can and do.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on June 03, 2024, 12:14:09 PMI'm not saying this is the case with Ford, but it's important to remember that the team has much more intimate knowledge of the player than we do attending a few TCs and watching preseason games.
The reality is almost all of the players we bring in have set records and been star athletes in their previous programs. They're all very good football players.
How do they fit in in the locker room? What kind of attitude do they have day in day out? Do they party a lot? How serious are they about this opportunity? About getting better?
We can't answer those but the Bombers sure can and do.
Some players that were cut probably played well and looked ok in practice as well. It's a numbers game. I think we cut 10 DB's in total. So it's an assessment of others playing better than the next guy below him. Of the import DB's we don't know if Ford was next in line to be kept or the 1st one out the door.
29 players released outright and another 12 to the PR. Each player wants an opportunity and many are released multiple times before finding the right chance to shine.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 03, 2024, 07:37:20 AMThe forum can be a rough place, waaaay worse than what is posted in this thread. And BinBC is one of the least offensive posters here. He's right that you need to chillaxe a bit because there's going to be heat and controversy sometimes.
I mention this because I was new once and it can be disheartening and demeaning and make you want to quit if you're not an old hand. But don't, you'll find a way to FI with out FO, and we don't all have to be signing kumbaya all the time. I should know...
So don't let it get you down. If someone asks "why", tell them. It's far better to get a "why" than a "shut up your thread is useless". BinBC is geniuine.
Just my 2c in the hopes of being helpful.
As for IMP Ford, I thought he was a cut based on what I saw, but he also did ok a few times and was generally sound in what he was doing. If we were more hard-up for talent we probably keep him. From my vantage point I, like TLB/BinBC, thought he was a lot like Hackett; and personally I liked McGhee more (and Mafia agreed). And we always have his number... should the need arise. Who knows, he could still get a 2025 TC invite.
First of all, I have been reading this board for over 10 years and I'm very familiar with the posters here.
For example, I know you took flack when you first started posting. But I liked your posts. Most on here are good posters.
Second, as I have said multiple times, I am done talking about that particular player. :)
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 03, 2024, 01:26:26 PMSome players that were cut probably played well and looked ok in practice as well. It's a numbers game. I think we cut 10 DB's in total. So it's an assessment of others playing better than the next guy below him. Of the import DB's we don't know if Ford was next in line to be kept or the 1st one out the door.
29 players released outright and another 12 to the PR. Each player wants an opportunity and many are released multiple times before finding the right chance to shine.
Many suggested Chris Smith made the team as soon as he returned that punt for a TD, I knew better. I missed that play and have yet to see a replay of it, so my take on Chris Brown is he did next to nothing to earn a spot on the team as he looked pretty mediocre running the ball.
I distinctly recall a Bomber DB in a pre-season game within the last 2 years making a super play returning a long interception for a TD, only to be cut the very next day. People had the same reaction, it's almost a curse, look for the shiniest star to be the first on the bus out of town the next day!
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 03, 2024, 05:10:02 PMMany suggested Chris Smith made the team as soon as he returned that kickoff for a TD, I knew better. I missed that play and have yet to see a replay of it, so my take on Chris Brown is he did next to nothing to earn a spot on the team as he looked pretty mediocre running the ball.
I distinctly recall a Bomber DB in a pre-season game within the last 2 years making a super play returning a long interception for a TD, only to be cut the very next day. People had the same reaction, it's almost a curse, look for the shiniest star to be the first on the bus out of town the next day!
Regarding C. Smith. He didn't look like much of a threat running in either pre season game. That said, the offence fielded nearly all rookies across the board. Dobson was the only player from 2023 that played in the game. Nobody looked good running.
I have no idea what Smith looked like in TC but doubt his release was based solely on those 2 game. As reported he got nicked and was released as a result. At least in part.
We often see a player that makes a great play or more in exhibition get released very early. Ironic.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 03, 2024, 05:10:02 PMMany suggested Chris Smith made the team as soon as he returned that kickoff for a TD, I knew better. I missed that play and have yet to see a replay of it, so my take on Chris Brown is he did next to nothing to earn a spot on the team as he looked pretty mediocre running the ball.
I distinctly recall a Bomber DB in a pre-season game within the last 2 years making a super play returning a long interception for a TD, only to be cut the very next day. People had the same reaction, it's almost a curse, look for the shiniest star to be the first on the bus out of town the next day!
I remember Jack Gotta (old Ottawa coach for the kids here) telling a story how he once got mad and chewed out a player for making him look bad. What did he do? Well, he caught a touchdown pass in the final preseason game (4 in those days) AFTER he had already made up his mind to cut him.
I find every year I get excited about one or two players (Pigrome last year, Chris Smith this year) who don't seem to work out and are cut. Maybe I can't recognize talent, maybe like SB&G says, I'm missing lots that flies under the radar. Probably a bit of both. I can't seriously get upset with the bombers' decisions though. Its our right ( and lots of fun) to question things, but a bit ridiculous for someone to seriously question decisions on players by the coaches and GMs. They have years of experience, have multiple people evaluating these players in multiple practices and on film, and have an intimate knowledge of what the team needs. I played high school football 40 years ago, saw one day at training camp, and watched a narrow view of 2 pre-season games. It not to say they are always right, but the odds that I (or any poster) is going to do a better job of evaluating which players to cut or keep is very small.
Thursday a high of 12, dress warm everyone, will get nippy by half time.
Well don't complain too much as will be -10C at least come playoff time! :D
I find it very fascinating and intriguing that we rested many of our regulars, including ZC08 and most of our projected starting team, during the pre-season games prior to game 1 against the Grey Cup champs.
In the big picture, winning or losing the first regular season game may not be important, but winning this game against Montreal would be a huge stepping stone and motivation for the Bombers going forward. I certainly trust the coaches on this decision but still find it a bit. Being a home game certainly helps. A house full of fans will help too!
Quote from: BomberFan73 on June 03, 2024, 01:53:42 PMFirst of all, I have been reading this board for over 10 years and I'm very familiar with the posters here.
For example, I know you took flack when you first started posting. But I liked your posts.
Ah, a lurker (or semi-lurker)! Ya, I lurked quite a long time before joining, maybe 1-2 years? I'd have to go check. I lurked until some player/play/decision miffed me enough to have to air my beef :D :D
Nothing wrong with mostly-reading!
(And thanks for the compliment!) 8) Cheers
Quote from: Blueforlife on June 04, 2024, 12:42:42 AMThursday a high of 12, dress warm everyone, will get nippy by half time.
I'm seeing 17 (who knows with these bad/crazy forecasters), but it'll probably be 12 by KO. Ouch. But at least no rain!! And us 'Peggers don't care about 12. Just means no shorts unless you really want to prove your manliness by 4th Q :D :D
I've spent enough CFL games freezing my butt off to know you pack for the worst case temp. ;D ;D The key will be the hourly forecast going into 11pm. It's showing can't get lower than 8, so that's not too bad, but the wind might be >30km/h for us 200-levels.
Good thing we've mostly sold out the game well in advance before the forecast turned south!
Quote from: ModAdmin on June 04, 2024, 06:50:31 AMI find it very fascinating and intriguing that we rested many of our regulars, including ZC08 and most of our projected starting team, during the pre-season games prior to game 1 against the Grey Cup champs.
Ya, not the way many of us armchair-HCs would have done it.
Might it have been the massive spate of injuries in TC to starters (and backups) that spooked MOS? I wonder.
Even if you are thinking "they are all 4X-in-a-row GC-goers they know how to play together", it always seems prudent to give them a series to get back into go-time mode!?
The funny thing is, the O is so consistent and unchanged I'm not worried about them too much, but on D it's massive changes across the board... yet we didn't field our starting D either.
MTL played their starting lineups heavily in PS1, and they looked sharp. And I didn't see any of them get injured. So +1 bonus to them. Their massively-young lineup makes me feel old about our team, and them playing while our starters sit in the old-folks home makes me feel we're even older...
I guess we shall see if it works out!? If our O can instantly click and put up 53, it won't matter what the D does.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 04, 2024, 08:14:39 AMYa, not the way many of us armchair-HCs would have done it.
Might it have been the massive spate of injuries in TC to starters (and backups) that spooked MOS? I wonder.
Even if you are thinking "they are all 4X-in-a-row GC-goers they know how to play together", it always seems prudent to give them a series to get back into go-time mode!?
The funny thing is, the O is so consistent and unchanged I'm not worried about them too much, but on D it's massive changes across the board... yet we didn't field our starting D either.
MTL played their starting lineups heavily in PS1, and they looked sharp. And I didn't see any of them get injured. So +1 bonus to them. Their massively-young lineup makes me feel old about our team, and them playing while our starters sit in the old-folks home makes me feel we're even older...
I guess we shall see if it works out!? If our O can instantly click and put up 53, it won't matter what the D does.
Montreal played hardly any of their starters in the second preseason game much like the Bombers did. So a guessing game all around what kind of teams show up on Thursday. I think the Bombers get revenge at home though in style! Maybe even by a BIG score if Zach and the boyz go wild!! ;) Our D is unknown at this stage and special teams too outside the kickers really.
Sounds like Zach is dropping dimes, and with the receiving corps he has available, its going to be a long game for MTL DB's.
This may end up being a track meet... a real barn burner. Offense is entertaining, though.
We'll see if Fajardo still has anything in the tank, he lost his best receiver...
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 04, 2024, 08:07:26 AMI'm seeing 17 (who knows with these bad/crazy forecasters), but it'll probably be 12 by KO. Ouch. But at least no rain!! And us 'Peggers don't care about 12. Just means no shorts unless you really want to prove your manliness by 4th Q :D :D
I've spent enough CFL games freezing my butt off to know you pack for the worst case temp. ;D ;D The key will be the hourly forecast going into 11pm. It's showing can't get lower than 8, so that's not too bad, but the wind might be >30km/h for us 200-levels.
Good thing we've mostly sold out the game well in advance before the forecast turned south!
I was going off of Pinawa, my bad and also it's been revised to be much nicer! Good point about wind, over night low and upper level.