What will the Lions do? Start VAJ or Maple Boy? If Rourke goes does he start to play better yet? Lots of questions. I would love to see Brown stick it to them!
Rourke has already been named the starter. I don't believe they will bench him unless he has the worst day every. He has to play through re-adjusting to the CFL game.
EDIT:
The Lions lost as much due to the Bomber offence being better than the Lions defence. Obviously our defence has been playing better than opponents offences including the Lions. So it's not all on him.
However the Redblacks are playing pretty well and Brown may throw for 400 yards this weekend. He's on a roll.
Quote from: Blue In BC on August 28, 2024, 01:45:39 PMRourke has already been named the starter. I don't believe they will bench him unless he has the worst day every. He has to play through re-adjusting to the CFL game.
Are you going to Victoria?
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on August 28, 2024, 01:50:10 PMAre you going to Victoria?
No. That's a pretty expensive trip with the ferries and all the potential delays and cancellations happening. Retired / fixed income and all that.
Vernon spoke after practice yesterday
Quote from: Blue In BC on August 28, 2024, 01:45:39 PMRourke has already been named the starter. I don't believe they will bench him unless he has the worst day every. He has to play through re-adjusting to the CFL game.
EDIT:
The Lions lost as much due to the Bomber offence being better than the Lions defence. Obviously our defence has been playing better than opponents offences including the Lions. So it's not all on him.
However the Redblacks are playing pretty well and Brown may throw for 400 yards this weekend. He's on a roll.
Pretty much been his M.O. since returning...
Redblacks lose Santos-Knox to 6 game IR. That's unfortunate.
From Tim Baines:
I'm hearing the #Ottawa #Redblacks are likely adding WR Rasheed Bailey to the practice squad. #CFL
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 28, 2024, 11:55:35 PMFrom Tim Baines:
I'm hearing the #Ottawa #Redblacks are likely adding WR Rasheed Bailey to the practice squad. #CFL
Have to wonder if Dru Brown had some influence on that decision. Good for Rasheed though.
Quote from: Blue In BC on August 28, 2024, 09:50:52 PMRedblacks lose Santos-Know to 6 game IR. That's unfortunate.
That hurts them for sure. Our ol' JSK sure put together a great career after leaving... no surprise to anyone in WPG. He'd make a good interim Biggie replacement if he retires next year... (but OTT will never let him go)
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 28, 2024, 11:55:35 PMFrom Tim Baines:
I'm hearing the #Ottawa #Redblacks are likely adding WR Rasheed Bailey to the practice squad. #CFL
Smart move by OTT, but they'll have to use him like Sheed and not like Acklin. For Sheed's sake, I hope they gave him a big payday (per-game speaking).
https://www.cfl.ca/2024/08/29/redblacks-add-rasheed-bailey-to-practice-roster/
Good for Bailey.
Good for him, was wondering why he hadn't surfaced before now...Ottawa has some depth now at receiver and preparing for the playoff run east is going to be tough between them Toronto and Montreal.
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Canadian DE Mathieu Betts makes return to B.C. Lions' lineup for Touchdown Pacific
By 3Down Staff -August 30, 2024
Canadian defensive end Mathieu Betts is fresh off the plane from Motor City and back in the B.C. Lions' lineup, as the 29-year-old is expected to start Saturday in Victoria for the inaugural Touchdown Pacific game.
Betts was re-signed on Wednesday after spending training camp with the NFL's Lions, producing two solo tackles and one sack over three preseason games in Detroit. He arrived on Vancouver Island on Thursday and will be counted upon to inject some pass rush into a B.C. defence that is on a five-game losing skid.
The native of Montreal, Que. had the best year of his career in 2023 with the Lions when he made 42 defensive tackles, 18 sacks and four forced fumbles. He broke Brett Johnson's CFL record for single-season sacks by a Canadian player and was named the league's Most Outstanding Defensive Player.
Through 55 CFL games with Edmonton and B.C., Betts has made 81 tackles, 27 sacks, five forced fumbles, and four special teams tackles.
It isn't all good news along the defensive line, however, as Global defensive tackle Tibo Debaillie (lower back) has been placed on the six-game injured list. Canadian defensive end Josh Archibald (shoulder), who is second on the team with four sacks this year, also won't be available after going on the one-game injured list.
Elsewhere on defence, Canadian linebacker Ben Hladik (calf) is back on the one-game injured list after he was a late scratch last week. American Ace Eley will continue to start in his place at middle linebacker.
The secondary will also be reshuffled, with T.J. Lee moving to strong-side linebacker and Emmanuel Rugamba swapping to his spot at boundary halfback. Canadian Adrian Greene returns to his natural safety position, knocking Patrice Rene out of the starting lineup, and Ronald Kent Jr. comes off the practice roster to play field halfback. Backup Jordan Perryman (hamstring) has been placed on the one-game injured list.
Offensively, Vernon Adams Jr. will not dress but remains listed as the third-string quarterback behind Nathan Rourke and Chase Brice. Canadian receiver Kieran Poissant, who played junior football for the Westshore Rebels in Victoria, will dress as insurance, while Global kicker Carl Meyer is also in the lineup.
The Lions (5-6) will host the Ottawa Redblacks (7-2-1) in Victoria, B.C. on Saturday, August 31 at 7:00 p.m. EDT.
https://3downnation.com/2024/08/30/canadian-de-mathieu-betts-makes-return-to-b-c-lions-lineup-for-touchdown-pacific/
Ottawa Redblacks missing two starting receivers for Touchdown Pacific
By 3Down Staff -August 30, 2024
The Ottawa Redblacks are banged up entering their West Coast rematch with the B.C. Lions and will be missing a number of important starters, including two in the receiving corps.
Bralon Addison (hand) and Jaelon Acklin (head) have both been placed on the six-game injured list after playing pivotal roles in last week's game. Addison has posted 27 receptions for 315 yards this season, with 92 of those coming against B.C. Meanwhile, Acklin had amassed 45 receptions for 484 yards and three touchdowns prior to being taken off in an ambulance last week.
The duo will be replaced in the starting lineup by Eli Stove and Andre Miller. Both players are rookies who will be making their CFL debuts.
Another notable name absent from the lineup will be middle linebacker Jovan Santos-Knox (knee), who has also been moved to the six-game injured list. In 10 games this season, the veteran has collected 53 defensive tackles, two sacks, and an interception. Former NFL draft pick Davion Taylor will get the start, with Silas Stewart dressing as insurance.
The Redblacks will be buoyed by the return of two key pieces in the trenches. Right guard Dariusz Bladek returns after a brief absence, knocking Jacob Ruby to a backup role and making Cyrille Hogan-Saindon a healthy scratch. On the other side of the ball, all-star defensive end Bryce Carter will be back in the lineup after a one-week absence.
Veteran special teams standout Nigel Romick will also dress, while Canadian receiver Daniel Oladejo and American defensive back Bennett Williams have been demoted to the practice roster.
The Ottawa Redblacks (7-2-1) will visit the B.C. Lions (5-6) in Victoria on Saturday, August 31 at 7:00 p.m. EDT for Touchdown Pacific.
https://3downnation.com/2024/08/30/ottawa-redblacks-missing-two-starting-receivers-for-touchdown-pacific/
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 30, 2024, 07:47:51 PMOffensively, Vernon Adams Jr. will not dress but remains listed as the third-string quarterback behind Nathan Rourke and Chase Brice. Canadian receiver Kieran Poissant, who played junior football for the Westshore Rebels in Victoria, will dress as insurance, while Global kicker Carl Meyer is also in the lineup.
I watched Carl Meyer get some reps in pre-game about a month ago. He appears to be primarily a punter & that kid can pound the ball. He would kick 3 balls in succession one way then collect the balls and kick the other way. He was placing 2 of the balls at the sidelines with about 50% landing in bounds - the other ball would be kicked down the numbers. I saw one punt travel 97 yards (75 in the air) from release until it stopped.
For those on TwiXter, Double J @JayJanower of Global BC has a number of short videos that he has posted over the past 2 days.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on August 30, 2024, 09:45:12 PMI watched Carl Meyer get some reps in pre-game about a month ago. He appears to be primarily a punter & that kid can pound the ball. He would kick 3 balls in succession one way then collect the balls and kick the other way. He was placing 2 of the balls at the sidelines with about 50% landing in bounds - the other ball would be kicked down the numbers. I saw one punt travel 97 yards (75 in the air) from release until it stopped.
For those on TwiXter, Double J @JayJanower of Global BC has a number of short videos that he has posted over the past 2 days.
People complain about some of the Bombers' roster decisions but I'm not sure if the Lions are any better.
They are dressing 2 punters? I guess they are out of players as they only have 5 on the practice roster.
There is no need to dress the Global punter however as they already have a Global in the line-up.
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 30, 2024, 10:45:18 PMThey are dressing 2 punters? I guess they are out of players as they only have 5 on the practice roster.
Uh... really? Are they in such cap h.e.hockey-sticks that they can't afford to even fill the PR when AR guys get IR'd?? I'm not sure I've ever even heard of such a thing? Is that also why VAJ is ARd for these games but never dresses? They can't afford even a PR QB?
This is simply nuts if true.
Wow. OTT roster is decimated! If they were full strength I think they keep beating BC down (as everyone else is doing), but with so many nobodies slotting in I don't see how they keep that O rolling?
Could Rourke & BC suck so bad a devastated OTT team still beats them? Now THAT would be a story.
Covington backing up? That's kind of a waste, no?
Quote from: theaardvark on August 31, 2024, 04:05:19 PMCovington backing up? That's kind of a waste, no?
What the depth chart says and what happens in reality are two different things. As a Canadian, Covington can have as many snaps they want him to have.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on August 31, 2024, 04:16:13 PMWhat the depth chart says and what happens in reality are two different things. As a Canadian, Covington can have as many snaps they want him to have.
We know that depth charts define nothing, but we also know certain players get their noses out of joint when listed as a backup.
Kind of a slap in the face for a player you are paying top dollar to play.
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 30, 2024, 07:48:06 PMOttawa Redblacks missing two starting receivers for Touchdown Pacific
By 3Down Staff -August 30, 2024
The Ottawa Redblacks are banged up entering their West Coast rematch with the B.C. Lions and will be missing a number of important starters, including two in the receiving corps.
Bralon Addison (hand) and Jaelon Acklin (head) have both been placed on the six-game injured list after playing pivotal roles in last week's game. Addison has posted 27 receptions for 315 yards this season, with 92 of those coming against B.C. Meanwhile, Acklin had amassed 45 receptions for 484 yards and three touchdowns prior to being taken off in an ambulance last week.
The duo will be replaced in the starting lineup by Eli Stove and Andre Miller. Both players are rookies who will be making their CFL debuts.
Surprised Bailey isn't already starting, by next week I think he will be.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on August 31, 2024, 02:15:52 AMUh... really? Are they in such cap h.e.hockey-sticks that they can't afford to even fill the PR when AR guys get IR'd?? I'm not sure I've ever even heard of such a thing? Is that also why VAJ is ARd for these games but never dresses? They can't afford even a PR QB?
This is simply nuts if true.
Well a PR player might earn $750 to $1000 a game. If they only have 5 instead of 12, then they are saving $7K this week against the PR.
However they also have 5 on the 1 game IR which counts against the SMS. So that negates the PR savings.
Those players may be back next week pushing this weeks changes back to the PR. Time will tell.
How is Ottawa running game?
I would be running at this guy, if possible.
" The secondary will also be reshuffled, with T.J. Lee moving to strong-side linebacker"
Quote from: Blue In BC on August 31, 2024, 05:02:02 PMWell a PR player might earn $750 to $1000 a game. If they only have 5 instead of 12, then they are saving $7K this week against the PR.
However they also have 5 on the 1 game IR which counts against the SMS. So that negates the PR savings.
Those players may be back next week pushing this weeks changes back to the PR. Time will tell.
Well, a PR player must make at least $750/week. There is no upper limit on a PR salary, but they do come under the $SMS of every team. You could pay a player $5000/wk on the PR if you wanted/needed to. So, having Bailey on the PR doesn't necessarily mean he is getting the minimum, the fact they do not have an AR spot for him does not preclude the paying him an AR level salary.
Quote from: theaardvark on August 31, 2024, 05:44:43 PMWell, a PR player must make at least $750/week. There is no upper limit on a PR salary, but they do come under the $SMS of every team. You could pay a player $5000/wk on the PR if you wanted/needed to. So, having Bailey on the PR doesn't necessarily mean he is getting the minimum, the fact they do not have an AR spot for him does not preclude the paying him an AR level salary.
This is a discussion that was in a string last year. Yes they can pay him more but if they are going to do that they may as well put him on 1 game IR. PR spots are limited.
I suppose he might be getting a bit more but expect he will make the AR soon. He has chemistry with Brown and CFL experience over 2 rookies.
Redblacks lost 2 starting receivers to what may be long term injuries.
Quote from: Blue In BC on August 31, 2024, 06:07:42 PMThis is a discussion that was in a string last year. Yes they can pay him more but if they are going to do that they may as well put him on 1 game IR. PR spots are limited.
I suppose he might be getting a bit more but expect he will make the AR soon. He has chemistry with Brown and CFL experience over 2 rookies.
Redblacks lost 2 starting receivers to what may be long term injuries.
You can't put a player in the 1 game IR who isn't injured. If you give him an "injury" he has to agree to the diagnosis and the IR allocation.
No player wants to have a history of being on the IR.
If the pay is the same, and the $SMS hit is the same, the PR could be a preferable place for a player to be to work his way onto a roster.
Quote from: theaardvark on August 31, 2024, 07:37:16 PMYou can't put a player in the 1 game IR who isn't injured. If you give him an "injury" he has to agree to the diagnosis and the IR allocation.
No player wants to have a history of being on the IR.
If the pay is the same, and the $SMS hit is the same, the PR could be a preferable place for a player to be to work his way onto a roster.
Teams do it all the time. I already pointed out how teams in the last couple of weeks of the season add a bunch of players from their PR. The corresponding move it to move a bunch of starters to the 1 game IR.
Veterans generally don't get moved to the PR.
I can almost guarantee that if our last regular season game has no meaning in the standing, this will happen again. Ditto for each other team. It's virtually written in stone to protect starters from injury in what amounts to a pre season game testing the rookies.
Quote from: theaardvark on August 31, 2024, 07:37:16 PMYou can't put a player in the 1 game IR who isn't injured. If you give him an "injury" he has to agree to the diagnosis and the IR allocation.
No player wants to have a history of being on the IR.
If the pay is the same, and the $SMS hit is the same, the PR could be a preferable place for a player to be to work his way onto a roster.
I would think there is a bigger stigma of being on a practice roster than an injured list.
Espically since it is well know that healthy players are sitting on 1 game lists across the league as we speak.
As well, if I were a GM and was willing to pay a practice roster player a full game salary I would put them on the 1 game. There is no risk of another team scooping in and stealing them.
Quote from: markf on August 31, 2024, 05:28:47 PMHow is Ottawa running game?
I would be running at this guy, if possible.
" The secondary will also be reshuffled, with T.J. Lee moving to strong-side linebacker"
OTT RB Armstead is one of the best this season (ask fantasy players). And OTT is fully committed to the run. Nearly as much as we are. That is why they are winning more this year even though their roster on paper looks anemic.
I would expect OTT to run like crazy because of their starting 2 nobodies at R. Dru has lost his favorite targets. The only bright spot is Mardner has awakened as a real threat.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on August 31, 2024, 10:43:08 PMOTT RB Armstead is one of the best this season (ask fantasy players). And OTT is fully committed to the run. Nearly as much as we are. That is why they are winning more this year even though their roster on paper looks anemic.
I would expect OTT to run like crazy because of their starting 2 nobodies at R. Dru has lost his favorite targets. The only bright spot is Mardner has awakened as a real threat.
Just recalling Tommy Condell is now the OC in Ott., maybe he wasn't the problem in Hammy he was made out to be.
Wouldn't the owner of BC Lions be losing money playing this game in Victoria? I don't understand the concept of them playing there.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on August 31, 2024, 10:58:35 PMJust recalling Tommy Condell is now the OC in Ott., maybe he wasn't the problem in Hammy he was made out to be.
I was never a Condell fan, but he did honor the run and call a balanced game. He did take them to both cups vs us, though of course couldn't seal the deal.
Left tackle is down for the Lions. They only dressed 6 olinemen.
Quote from: barbk on August 31, 2024, 11:08:17 PMWouldn't the owner of BC Lions be losing money playing this game in Victoria? I don't understand the concept of them playing there.
It may be some agreement with the league. They love to do these "touchdown <whatever>" games. And it is good for the CFL overall.
It could help BC in one way: get some Victoria fans excited enough to come in for future regular Lions games. However, that is a small-ish market.
Tinfoil on: maybe they agreed Ambrosie would turn a blind eye to the massive SMS overage if BC agreed to "sacrifice" a home game to Victoria. :o :o :o
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 31, 2024, 11:13:56 PMLeft tackle is down for the Lions. They only dressed 6 olinemen.
BC fans may be about to experience what we will tomorrow...
That said, I slowmo'd the Broxton "roll up on" and it was barely anything. I bet he comes back in. The only thing I can think of is that knee was already bad because he had that brace on it. More freezing, more tape, more brace, get back out there Broxton!
Quote from: barbk on August 31, 2024, 11:08:17 PMWouldn't the owner of BC Lions be losing money playing this game in Victoria? I don't understand the concept of them playing there.
Marketing - owner can afford to lose some money to get exposure across other markets in BC. if he is in for the long haul in BC it might make sense to do things like this to build relevance and get people talking about the team. Could see them doing something in the Kelowna area some day.
Pretty small stadium- did they announce the attendance?
Some sorry coverage on mcinnis there
Quote from: The Zipp on August 31, 2024, 11:27:17 PMMarketing - owner can afford to lose some money to get exposure across other markets in BC. if he is in for the long haul in BC it might make sense to do things like this to build relevance and get people talking about the team. Could see them doing something in the Kelowna area some day.
Pretty small stadium- did they announce the attendance?
14k
Weak block attempt by Macinnes by the goal.
Lions have a special ticket offer for fans on Van island for some games in Vancouver...
And the ticket gets you from ferry to stadium and back. So they are building their fan base with this game.
There are a lot of Prairie cfl fans on the island. My bro in law from Regina has been to two games v riders in vancouver
Although even if you get Victoria people excited enough to want to come to mainland games, it's a very difficult trek. Not something the average fan would want to do every other week all season.
That should be a penalty against Stanback. If you loose your helmet tou need to stop running.
Bc abandons the run
Or.... Doesn't
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 31, 2024, 11:33:30 PM14k
Maybe they should try that in Toronto (play at a university stadium) looks better for the CFL showing fans in the stands
Dru Brown and the Redblacks aren't having a good game, gotta resort to trick plays
Love that fake punt
Is one of the cameras on the Space Station?
Quote from: gobombersgo on September 01, 2024, 12:02:31 AMIs one of the cameras on the Space Station?
Challenge with these non cfl stadium games...missing plays
Ottawa kinda stinks today
Quote from: gobombersgo on September 01, 2024, 12:02:31 AMIs one of the cameras on the Space Station?
And I thought it was our satellite here in Sandy Hook
Time to see what's happening in the Texas/ND game.
Late headshot by BC
Quote from: barbk on August 31, 2024, 11:58:52 PMDru Brown and the Redblacks aren't having a good game, gotta resort to trick plays
Ya, missing 2 of your go-to receivers will do that.
What's shocking me most so far is the pacuity of run plays with Armstead. He's probably the best player on their O right now.
I can't recall the last time TV/field people got the ad break timed wrong! The ad flag guy seemed pretty peeved when they got back to the game.
Quote from: gobombersgo on September 01, 2024, 12:02:31 AMIs one of the cameras on the Space Station?
So that's not just my PVR? Phew!
Sending the signal back to TOR via a 3G phone maybe?
Muting now, Glen Suitor gushing over Rourke. What an )(&(&(& with the interview with Farhan. Shows his arrogance on KId Canada.
Quote from: barbk on September 01, 2024, 12:30:53 AMMuting now, Glen Suitor gushing over Rourke. What an )(&(&(& with the interview with Farhan. Shows his arrogance on KId Canada.
Holy wow. Farhan spends all his days puckering up to the BC tushee, and hyping up Rourke as a "world top 20 QB"... and he's rewarded with an interruption and a snub disappearing act?
I can understand BLM snubbing WPG fans in WPG... but what does Rourke think he's doing snubbing his biggest cheerleader and "Mr. BC" Farhan in BC?
Campbell/Doman gonna have a major sit-down with Rourke after that one.
May have been one of the most shameful things I've ever seen a QB do. To be fair, he was probably just excited and thinking he was being cool, but he needs to stop and think. I'm not sure Rourke is the brightest bulb in the stadium light array... more like an OTT stadium bulb.
Rourke was trying to be humble according to the TSN panel who all said they loved it.
Maybe Suitor should just anoint the BC Lions this season's Grey Cup champions and be done with it. I mean, is anyone else getting the impression that that's exactly the way this season is going to play out?
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:12:23 AMRourke was trying to be humble according to the TSN panel who all said they loved it.
Haha, they would. They are all kissing Rourke tushee!
I can pretty much guarantee Rouke will never do that again. He'll get chewed out.
And hey, is that brief interview part of what Rourke gets $200k "marketing money" for? He'll be making $10,000 a word at this rate.
Ottawa offence looking very winnipegish tonight
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:14:43 AMMaybe Suitor should just anoint the BC Lions this season's Grey Cup champions and be done with it. I mean, is anyone else getting the impression that that's exactly the way this season is going to play out?
Well, with the Betts "cap be darned" pickup, BC did just buy 1-3 extra sacks a game.
This one is likely over...
Two horrible calls against Ottawa to snuff out a drive. A "trip" and a "hold" neither of which were anything.
Stupid early starts. I can only start watching in the 4th quarter after the kids go down and the game is essentially over.
Who knew this "Victoria" game would be a BC win?
I don't think the Lions are going to win the GC, 25-0 ring a bell, lost the season series ring a bell?? They can't beat us, they know and we know it.
Wow! Another "tripping" call against Ottawa to take away a sack. This game certainly has an odour to it.
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:25:03 AMTwo horrible calls against Ottawa to snuff out a drive. A "trip" and a "hold" neither of which were anything.
and a weak call against them on a big punt return. BC shud have had a similar penalty on their return.
Culminating with the expected BC touchdown. Peeeuuueeewwww!
For those of you that play the weekly pickems how many of you took BC?
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:25:03 AMTwo horrible calls against Ottawa to snuff out a drive. A "trip" and a "hold" neither of which were anything.
"Trip" on the OL was laughable. And Suit's saying "maybe with his hands" was the icing on the cake.
By definition a trip must be with your feet or lower leg. A "trip with the hands" is also known as a: tackle.
Quote from: Jesse on September 01, 2024, 01:26:55 AMStupid early starts. I can only start watching in the 4th quarter after the kids go down and the game is essentially over.
PVR! Then start the GDT at the beginning and follow along with the timestamps: and don't look ahead!
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:29:57 AMWow! Another "tripping" call against Ottawa to take away a sack. This game certainly has an odour to it.
That 2nd trip was legit. Not sure I've ever seen a game with 2 trips called before, though!
I'm really starting to like and respect Dyce for being the smartest flag-wrangler in the league. He gets it out in his hand in a real hurry and looks real antsy, but he's the best at holding back and not wasting challenges on sure-losses.
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:33:47 AMFor those of you that play the weekly pickems how many of you took BC?
23 out of 33 picked BC to win over Ottawa
Followed up by a terrific punt by Ottawa over everyone's head and a .... no yards penalty against Ottawa. How many penalties in a row is that? LOL!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on August 31, 2024, 11:40:52 PMAlthough even if you get Victoria people excited enough to want to come to mainland games, it's a very difficult trek. Not something the average fan would want to do every other week all season.
I actually lived in Victoria for 8 years in the 1990's. Yes, the trek to get over to the mainland is a hassle, but I did it several times with buddies in Victoria or meeting people over in Vancouver. Usually though it was in combo deal with going to a Canucks home game too, so had a double header sports weekend. Also went to the 1994 GC in Vancouver while living in Victoria.
Outside a Winnipeg game, I did not go to Lions game just for that alone though normally. I had friends in Vancouver too so if something was on when I went to go visit maybe I would go as well.
My friend who still lives in Victoria is going to this year's GC along with his brothers who live in Alberta. So people will travel if it's an event or they are Prairie nomads cheering for Edmonton/Calgary/Sask or Winnipeg or just general CFL fans.
Certainly to trek over for every BC home game is ridiculous unless you have a private plane or something to get over there without costing an arm and a leg. I am not sure how good the reseller market is in BC for Lions tickets. If you could at least break even on season's tickets it might be worth it still.
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:33:47 AMFor those of you that play the weekly pickems how many of you took BC?
Me! I knew Dru would stink without his comfort-outlet Rs. Acklin especially was a huge favorite of his, after being ignored most of last year by the other QBs.
Plus, Rourke was going to figure it out eventually. Why not an "exhibition" game in Victoria?
Plus plus, Betts was going to be destructive. He's the God Mode cheat for BC. It's like if we could hire a duplicate of Willie tomorrow completely off the cap.
Every time Betts disrupts or sacks the opponent all year we all need to remember it's fake cheating that would not otherwise occur if BC was not "cheating" the cap.
Quote from: barbk on September 01, 2024, 01:41:52 AM23 out of 33 picked BC to win over Ottawa
Thanks Barb! That's why I love this forum. Highest fan IQ in the league!
Quote from: gobombersgo on August 31, 2024, 11:47:39 PMThat should be a penalty against Stanback. If you loose your helmet tou need to stop running.
10 yd penalty in amateur football, but not in pro football. He should have had to leave the game for 3 plays though and he didn't, that's in the CFL rulebook.
Quote from: barbk on August 31, 2024, 11:55:27 PMMaybe they should try that in Toronto (play at a university stadium) looks better for the CFL showing fans in the stands
They already have some years ago at Varsity stadium although that might have been a pre-season game only.
When the Cats had to play outside of Hamilton while Tim Horton's field was still being built, that was a bit of joke! Guelph if I recall correctly. Looked amateurish. No proper FULL facilities even.
Love the double misconduct you're out of the game rule...gets rid of the A holes real quick!!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on September 01, 2024, 01:36:45 AMPVR! Then start the GDT at the beginning and follow along with the timestamps: and don't look ahead!
I use the TSN app. It's pretty useless for anything other than watching live.
Why is a guy named Rider Varga who went to U of Regina not playing for SSK?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on September 01, 2024, 01:51:24 AMWhy is a guy named Rider Varga who went to U of Regina not playing for SSK?
Isn't it bad enough his parents named him "Rider"? He should be a free pass for life to never have to play for Regina.
Quote from: ichabod_crane on September 01, 2024, 01:46:22 AMWhen the Cats had to play outside of Hamilton while Tim Horton's field was still being built, that was a bit of joke!
I wonder if that's in CGY's future... no room to do anything but tear that thing down and build in the same spot.
Did Suitor really just say that this game is like a "Grey Cup Festival"?
For those of you that mute the TSN broadcast to get rid of Suitor, what do you listen to in it's place?
Quote from: dd on September 01, 2024, 01:48:57 AMLove the double misconduct you're out of the game rule...gets rid of the A holes real quick!!
More like gets rid of the low IQ dolts real quick... hey wait, maybe that's the same players!
I mean, if you know you got 1 misconduct already and you had a brain, you'd play your most squeaky clean perfect game after that.
Quote from: Jesse on September 01, 2024, 01:49:42 AMI use the TSN app. It's pretty useless for anything other than watching live.
True dat.
But dare I say it?... Cord Cutting has Consequences?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on September 01, 2024, 01:57:49 AMTrue dat.
But dare I say it?... Cord Cutting has Consequences?
I don't think I've ever had cable, but yes. Pros and cons.
When does BC play a team that isn't racked with injuries? Oh look! Next game, Montreal. According to Suitor, Rourke has it all figured out now and is unbeatable. Poor Als are going to get smoked, right?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on September 01, 2024, 01:56:17 AMMore like gets rid of the low IQ dolts real quick... hey wait, maybe that's the same players!
I mean, if you know you got 1 misconduct already and you had a brain, you'd play your most squeaky clean perfect game after that.
You would think you'd hold your tongue, but nope, boneheads will be boneheads. That's why i like this new rule, they're gone after 2 plays, that's awesome. The funny part is, I don't even remember to dolt's name!! Perfect
Quote from: TecnoGenius on September 01, 2024, 01:54:12 AMI wonder if that's in CGY's future... no room to do anything but tear that thing down and build in the same spot.
There is other open land and a fair sized parking lot they could build beside possibly at McMahon stadium, but no rumours of any new barn coming anytime soon. Was talk of a "field house" in combo with the new Flames arena at one time, but that all fell through when our stupid voters rejected hosting the Winter Olympics. Half or more of the venues already here and Canada is a top contender at the Winter Olympics now. The hockey tournament along would be the hottest ticket in Canada. Would make a profit almost certainly.
The summer Olympics are a white elephant.....just ask Montreal with their eye sore still there (Olympic stadium!). Even this upcoming World Cup of Soccer seems to be a money loser. Amateur soccer is popular in Canada, but to pay big money for overpaid bums who roll on the field with the slightest injury is NOT the Canadian way!! ;) Messi....could care less. HE shafted all those Vancouver fans bailing out a few months ago for a game at BC Place with a very weak excuse! :( Thank you for the game cheque, but screw you! :) ;) :D
Quote from: J5V on September 01, 2024, 01:12:23 AMRourke was trying to be humble according to the TSN panel who all said they loved it.
Rourke is an immature spoiled punk. I try to be objective, I try to give him the benefit of the doubt, but then he pulls this crap. Farhan has done nothing but pump his tires at every chance he has, and he pulls this crap on him?!? Shame on him. He should be embarassed for pulling that stunt. Man, he is easy to hate!!
Well that is a contender for most-boring game of the season so far!
The only takeaway I'll remember is Rourke snubbing Farhan. At least Rourke's handlers got to him before the post-game interview! Two snubs by his man-crush might have left Farhan suicidal.
Rourke's swan dive isn't going to do him any favours with the officials going forward either. What a hilariously bad flop, too.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on September 01, 2024, 02:14:09 AMRourke's swan dive isn't going to do him any favours with the officials going forward either. What a hilariously bad flop, too.
If BC wins the cup this year with Rourke the QB it may rival the Argos winning the 100th Grey Cup in Toronto with Ricky Ray the QB. I mean, David Braley would be proud of Amar S. Doman for pulling this one off and surprise, surprise, there is a BC connection with that 100th Grey Cup too. Check this out from Wikipedia ...
"This was also the second consecutive year that the Grey Cup game involved, and was won by, the team from the host city. The result of the game also meant that Argonauts owner David Braley became the first team owner to win back-to-back Grey Cups with two different teams;
Braley also owned the 2011 champions, the BC Lions.
Well, Betts ended with 3DT and 1 sack. And he seemed to only play maybe 1/3 of snaps as they ramp him back up to speed?
Ya, that's 1 sack BC wouldn't have had otherwise if they were just playing Falaniko, the other DE.
Ottawa was exposed. They are done. Rourke beat up on a lousy team.
No sympathy for Farhan. The guy won't leave the coast, and every team from BC is the greatest. Suitors partner is a wannabe and desperate to be loved. Is he the guy that every game says " I can't believe it"
Nice to see a great game plan and Rourke find the open guys, though!
Quote from: DM83 on September 01, 2024, 12:30:35 PMOttawa was exposed. They are done. Rourke beat up on a lousy team.
No sympathy for Farhan. The guy won't leave the coast, and every team from BC is the greatest. Suitors partner is a wannabe and desperate to be loved. Is he the guy that every game says " I can't believe it"
Nice to see a great game plan and Rourke find the open guys, though!
I don't think Ottawa is as good as their record indicates, but I don't think they were exposed either.
There have been a lot of ups downs for every team not named Montreal.
Ottawa Dubois large man catching BC kick returner was exciting.
How many rushing attempts by Ottawa?
Not many. CFL Offensive coaches are not running the ball, I would be interested in the explanation.
Lions started the game with lots of runs.
Rourke had an excellent first half and a below average second half. A pick & a fumble that he got back took some of the swagger away.
I loved his spike in the endzone, made me laugh every time I saw it. I also loved his half time 'interview' it was hilarious.
BC finally stuck to the running game. Stanback was great.
Ottawa took too many penalties and didn't make enough plays. They were blown out by the half.
Quote from: TBURGESS on September 01, 2024, 03:12:09 PMRourke had an excellent first half and a below average second half. A pick & a fumble that he got back took some of the swagger away.
I loved his spike in the endzone, made me laugh every time I saw it. I also loved his half time 'interview' it was hilarious.
BC finally stuck to the running game. Stanback was great.
Ottawa was given too many penalties and didn't make enough plays. They were blown out by the half.
Fixed it for you. :-)
The point being made about running the ball is important. When you have a back like Stanback, or Oliviera, you have to use them
a lot.
Quote from: markf on September 01, 2024, 02:05:42 PMOttawa Dubois large man catching BC kick returner was exciting.
How many rushing attempts by Ottawa?
Not many. CFL Offensive coaches are not running the ball, I would be interested in the explanation.
Lions started the game with lots of runs.
I thought BC used Stanback well, 20 for 93 yds. + 6 passes for 78 yds., those are Brady numbers.
Ottawa needs to get bigger and tougher, they seem to employ smaller type players who may be fast but look to get intimidated, BC being a team of dickheads, was pushing them around after almost every whistle.
Makes you wonder if Rourke said to the OC - we need to run the ball if we want to win a grey cup - we have Stanback we are going to use him.
They sure weren't running the ball with Stanback when VAJ was starting.
Quote from: The Zipp on September 01, 2024, 04:33:15 PMMakes you wonder if Rourke said to the OC - we need to run the ball if we want to win a grey cup - we have Stanback we are going to use him.
They sure weren't running the ball with Stanback when VAJ was starting.
Run Stanback hard till he breaks, than what, stick in flyweight Terry Williams? If they were smart they'd be looking to pick up another RB in his mold. either Natl. RB's Daniel Adeboboye or Jeshrun Antwi would be excellent backups to Stanback.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 01, 2024, 04:02:23 PMI thought BC used Stanback well, 20 for 93 yds. + 6 passes for 78 yds., those are Brady numbers.
Ottawa needs to get bigger and tougher, they seem to employ smaller type players who may be fast but look to get intimidated, BC being a team of dickheads, was pushing them around after almost every whistle.
Specially At the beginning of the game..... Ottawa has a good d line... kept them off Rourke.
Wish the Bombers would help Zach this way for the first quarter or so.
So Rugamba fined for "finger guns" in this game? Got flagged too.
I've noticed after a dearth of said guns in weeks 1-9, they seem to be creeping back in. But I have seen many go unflagged/fined.
So... the wording of the fine announcement makes it sound like it's not the guns pose that is illegal, it's the FIRING of the guns. (It sounds silly typing this out!)
That actually makes perfect sense as all the other guns guys that have done the pose never "fired" them. I bet the rule (not in the book but surely in the Top Secret CFL Memos) stipulates the firing thereof.
Good to know going forward, for all of us confused by the apparent double standard.