Final auditions for a number of new players and some fine tuning for some of the vets vying for starting positions.
Ed Tait's 48-Hour Primer and comments on Day 18 of training camp follow...
https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/05/28/48-hr-primer-blue-bombers-training-camp-report-day-18/
A pre-season game, but important game for players and coaches as decision day on May 31st follows quickly!
It's depth chart day! Excited to see who we're bringing.
Tomorrow will be the last day for many players around the CFL. Time to make an impression every time you step on the field. Opportunities will be limited so make the most of it.
We may be in for a few surprises as the final roster is set. Hopefully no injuries that force a change.
I want to see the rookie RB's get used more in the game plan. Cooley was an interesting player in game 1 but the ratio works against him so he probably gets a spot on the PR. OTOH Peterson stands a good chance to make the AR as depth and ST player.
I'll be at the game tomorrow and will try to provide some input on Bomber players for the group.
Blue Bombers depth chart is listed in Ed Tait's Game Preview
https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/05/29/game-preview-preseason-2-wpg-at-sask/ (https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/05/29/game-preview-preseason-2-wpg-at-sask/)
Roughriders Depth Chart (https://static.cfl.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2025-Positional-Chart-Preseason-2-vs-Winnipeg-1.pdf)
EDIT
Blue Bombers depth chart & roster (https://static.cfl.ca/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/WINNIPEG-AT-SASKATCHEWAN_-MAY-30.pdf)
I'm a little surprised that Schoen and Demski will dress although I don't expect them to play long. Too many decisions on the other import receivers pending.
The way things are going we may see Randolph start the season at RT as Lofton continues to deal with some sort of injury. I don't know whether that impacts the choice at RG or not, but we'll see.
Hardly any starters on defence from 2024. T. Jones and Kramdi also not listed although Kramdi has some minor injury as well. Bridges getting every opportunity to win the CB spot?
Saturday cuts will be interesting but in some cases already decided IMO. I can't say I know how this works out but can only guess on some.
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NOTABLE: The Blue Bombers are leaving 13 regulars in Winnipeg for the final preseason game in DEs Willie Jefferson and James Vaughters, DT Jake Thomas, LBs Tony Jones, Kyrie Wilson and Shayne Gauthier, defensive backs Deatrick Nichols, Evan Holm, Terrell Bonds and Michael Griffin II, running back Brady Oliveira and right tackle Eric Lofton.
All four quarterbacks will dress, with Chris Streveler listed as the starter and Zach Collaros, Chase Artopoeus and Terry Wilson listed behind him in that order.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 29, 2025, 05:29:20 PMAll four quarterbacks will dress, with Chris Streveler listed as the starter and Zach Collaros, Chase Artopoeus and Terry Wilson listed behind him in that order.
Seems like there is a battle for #3 after all.
The pre-season depth-charts are so fun.
A few things that I find interesting:
1) Wheatfall still leading that WR spot over Dillon Mitchell. Hall moved over and added head of Mitchell. Could he be at risk despite the signing bonus?
2) Schoen back is a nice story. Hope he picks up where he left off.
3) Vaval starting on the boundary corner. I know they like him as a returner but his ability to make the team might depend on how useful he is as a backup corner/half which is paramount with CFLs small rosters.
4) Jonathan Jones remains slotted into MLB - will look to see if he plays more WILL.
5) Vanterpool looks like he's going to get a long look at LG. I'd be surprised if he doesn't capitalize so long as the ratio can handle it. Vanterpool/Wallace always seemed like the right candidates for that spot over Eli who still feels like that perfect six lineman.
6) The secondary is going to be rough.
7) Person vs Devo Bridges for that third DE spot.
8 ) QB order is...unexpected. Choices have been made but it's hard to tell why.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 29, 2025, 05:49:45 PMThe pre-season depth-charts are so fun.
A few things that I find interesting:
1) Wheatfall still leading that WR spot over Dillon Mitchell. Hall moved over and added head of Mitchell. Could he be at risk despite the signing bonus?
2) Schoen back is a nice story. Hope he picks up where he left off.
3) Vaval starting on the boundary corner. I know they like him as a returner but his ability to make the team might depend on how useful he is as a backup corner/half which is paramount with CFLs small rosters.
4) Jonathan Jones remains slotted into MLB - will look to see if he plays more WILL.
5) Vanterpool looks like he's going to get a long look at LG. I'd be surprised if he doesn't capitalize so long as the ratio can handle it. Vanterpool/Wallace always seemed like the right candidates for that spot over Eli who still feels like that perfect six lineman.
6) The secondary is going to be rough.
7) Person vs Devo Bridges for that third DE spot.
8 ) QB order is...unexpected. Choices have been made but it's hard to tell why.
Repeat every week, the order listed on the depth chart means nothing.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 29, 2025, 05:59:18 PMRepeat every week, the order listed on the depth chart means nothing.
That's still not true and just means you're wrong twice.
The Bombers started last week's pre-season game in the same order that they listed the depth chart without exception. Playing first is good if you're a player trying to make the team. Obviously.
Additionally, of the 13 players they're leaving behind, almost all were listed in spot one in pre-season game one for their position. Logic is applied in broad strokes even if you may be right that there isn't a huge difference between player 3 and 4 or whatever at defensive tackle.
Not making the trip and their listing in last week's chart:
DE 1 Willie Jefferson
DE 1 James Vaughters
DT 1 Jake Thomas,
MLB 1 Tony Jones
WILL 1 Kyrie Wilson
HB 1 Deatrick Nichols
HB 1 Evan Holm,
CB 1 Terrell Bonds
RB 1 Brady Oliveira
In fact, the only non-first ranked players not making the trip are: Eric Lofton (who has been nicked and wasn't dressed), Rheda Kramdi (groin), Michael Griffin II (presumably SLB 1 if Kramdi can't go) and Shayne Gauthier (who is old, lol)
Those things are all coincidences, or there is meaning to the order at least in the overall sense. 1 is better than 4 without question -- so it means something.
Three American O line. As I have hoped for.
What will happen with Ayers?
he always seems to be around the ball, and is a good tackler.
Is Jones just better?
Or do they want to have two Joneses the field at once, for laughs?
Could bring in Chris Jones as a consultant for the trifecta.
Moss has a great sense of humour!
Edit..... I just read that some US college teams have a salary cap of 20,000,000.00
Nuts.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 29, 2025, 06:17:25 PMThat's still not true and just means you're wrong twice.
The Bombers started last week's pre-season game in the same order that they listed the depth chart without exception. Playing first is good if you're a player trying to make the team. Obviously.
Additionally, of the 13 players they're leaving behind, almost all were listed in spot one in pre-season game one for their position. Logic is applied in broad strokes even if you may be right that there isn't a huge difference between player 3 and 4 or whatever at defensive tackle.
Not making the trip and their listing in last week's chart:
DE 1 Willie Jefferson
DE 1 James Vaughters
DT 1 Jake Thomas,
MLB 1 Tony Jones
WILL 1 Kyrie Wilson
HB 1 Deatrick Nichols
HB 1 Evan Holm,
CB 1 Terrell Bonds
RB 1 Brady Oliveira
In fact, the only non-first ranked players not making the trip are: Eric Lofton (who has been nicked and wasn't dressed), Rheda Kramdi (groin), Michael Griffin II (presumably SLB 1 if Kramdi can't go) and Shayne Gauthier (who is old, lol)
Those things are all coincidences, or there is meaning to the order at least in the overall sense. 1 is better than 4 without question -- so it means something.
I didn't get the impression that Kramdi has anything serious as far as his injury. Before Makonzo got injured I thought he'd be the back up at SAM. Now he's gone 6 + games on IR. So Griffin is probably next up, but that's a ratio change potentially.
We've lost a few Canadian depth players to injury. That opens up a few spots for some other faces.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 29, 2025, 06:17:25 PMThat's still not true and just means you're wrong twice.
The Bombers started last week's pre-season game in the same order that they listed the depth chart without exception. Playing first is good if you're a player trying to make the team. Obviously.
Additionally, of the 13 players they're leaving behind, almost all were listed in spot one in pre-season game one for their position. Logic is applied in broad strokes even if you may be right that there isn't a huge difference between player 3 and 4 or whatever at defensive tackle.
Not making the trip and their listing in last week's chart:
DE 1 Willie Jefferson
DE 1 James Vaughters
DT 1 Jake Thomas,
MLB 1 Tony Jones
WILL 1 Kyrie Wilson
HB 1 Deatrick Nichols
HB 1 Evan Holm,
CB 1 Terrell Bonds
RB 1 Brady Oliveira
In fact, the only non-first ranked players not making the trip are: Eric Lofton (who has been nicked and wasn't dressed), Rheda Kramdi (groin), Michael Griffin II (presumably SLB 1 if Kramdi can't go) and Shayne Gauthier (who is old, lol)
Those things are all coincidences, or there is meaning to the order at least in the overall sense. 1 is better than 4 without question -- so it means something.
Not according to MOS, he's mentioned a few times not to read anything into the order listed. I believe under the rules of the league, the first player listed is required to take the first snap of the game. It doesn't show who is ranked a step ahead at that position, as MOS said earlier this week, grading is not done till all evidence has been submitted this weekend.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 29, 2025, 06:42:27 PMI didn't get the impression that Kramdi has anything serious as far as his injury. Before Makonzo got injured I thought he'd be the back up at SAM. Now he's gone 6 + games on IR. So Griffin is probably next up, but that's a ratio change potentially.
We've lost a few Canadian depth players to injury. That opens up a few spots for some other faces.
O'Shea says he's not worried but he was holding his groin and was visually frustrated at the end of practice when it happened. My guess is he'll be fine. That type of injury can be stubborn and linger though. The fact that Griffin is staying home is interesting in that context.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 29, 2025, 06:45:39 PMNot according to MOS, he's mentioned a few times not to read anything into the order listed. I believe under the rules of the league, the first player listed is required to take the first snap of the game. It doesn't show who is ranked a step ahead at that position, as MOS said earlier this week, grading is not done till all evidence has been submitted this weekend.
You would have to be a special kind of naive to look either depth charts that have been published and not deduce that there is logic and a general pecking order in the rankings by position. For the QB chart this week, it may just be the order that we're planning to play them. But last week's was the 1 through 4 order my 7 year old could have drawn up. Streveler then Artopheous and Wilson to close tomorrow to give him end of game management experience makes sense to me. But for some of them - it matters. Demski and Mitchell are ahead of Cobb and Adair. No one is shocked.
If it truly didn't matter you would list them alphabetically or numerically. They didn't.
Quote from: markf on May 29, 2025, 06:32:39 PMThree American O line. As I have hoped for.
What will happen with Ayers?
he always seems to be around the ball, and is a good tackler.
Is Jones just better?
Or do they want to have two Joneses the field at once, for laughs?
Could bring in Chris Jones as a consultant for the trifecta.
Moss has a great sense of humour!
Edit..... I just read that some US college teams have a salary cap of 20,000,000.00
Nuts.
Will be interesting to see. We're also fielding a pretty well All American defense and on offense I can't imagine Demski or Clercius playing for too long. So it's possible we have about 3 Canadians on both sides combined at any given time.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 29, 2025, 06:45:52 PMO'Shea says he's not worried but he was holding his groin and was visually frustrated at the end of practice when it happened. My guess is he'll be fine. That type of injury can be stubborn and linger though. The fact that Griffin is staying home is interesting in that context.
I'd like to see the official IR lists for this game, anyone know where those can be found?
I am wondering at one point in this game will we see, Shay WLB, Novak MLB, and Smith SLB play at the same time.
Right now I think Corcoran has the edge on Gass/Cobb.
Vibert probably to the PR.
Novak has quietly had an excellent camp.
Ball could make the rooster with our current injuries to Kelly, Makonzo, and Hagerty.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 29, 2025, 07:09:06 PMI'd like to see the official IR lists for this game, anyone know where those can be found?
You'll find out who hits the one-game IR and six-game IR on cutdown day Saturday. If it was an in-season roster week you'd see the corresponding moves to the 1-game and sometimes 6-game IR at the same time the depth chart comes out (and PR backfill if applicable) but they don't have to do any of that now because they're in line with the oversized training camp totals overall.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 29, 2025, 07:16:11 PMYou'll find out who hits the one-game IR and six-game IR on cutdown day Saturday. If it was an in-season roster week you'd see the corresponding moves to the 1-game and sometimes 6-game IR at the same time the depth chart comes out (and PR backfill if applicable) but they don't have to do any of that now because they're in line with the oversized training camp totals overall.
That's not the point, I want to know who's not participating in PS#2 strictly due to injury, shouldn't have to guess.
Quote from: Pigskin on May 29, 2025, 07:15:07 PMI am wondering at one point in this game will we see, Shay WLB, Novak MLB, and Smith SLB play at the same time.
Right now I think Corcoran has the edge on Gass/Cobb.
Vibert probably to the PR.
Novak has quietly had an excellent camp.
Ball could make the rooster with our current injuries to Kelly, Makonzo, and Hagerty.
Ball doesn't show on the depth chart. Is he injured?
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 29, 2025, 06:48:23 PMYou would have to be a special kind of naive to look either depth charts that have been published and not deduce that there is logic and a general pecking order in the rankings by position. For the QB chart this week, it may just be the order that we're planning to play them. But last week's was the 1 through 4 order my 7 year old could have drawn up. Streveler then Artopheous and Wilson to close tomorrow to give him end of game management experience makes sense to me. But for some of them - it matters. Demski and Mitchell are ahead of Cobb and Adair. No one is shocked.
If it truly didn't matter you would list them alphabetically or numerically. They didn't.
The biggest standout against your theory is Ayers. He's listed last with a few LBs at home. He did a great job as a backup, and even better job on special teams. There is literally no way that Novak is ahead of him at this point in their development. Is it possible though that Ayers is cut? No one would have thought that a month ago.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 29, 2025, 10:00:28 PMThe biggest standout against your theory is Ayers. He's listed last with a few LBs at home. He did a great job as a backup, and even better job on special teams. There is literally no way that Novak is ahead of him at this point in their development. Is it possible though that Ayers is cut? No one would have thought that a month ago.
If they cut Ayers it would be a mistake.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 29, 2025, 10:00:28 PMThe biggest standout against your theory is Ayers. He's listed last with a few LBs at home. He did a great job as a backup, and even better job on special teams. There is literally no way that Novak is ahead of him at this point in their development. Is it possible though that Ayers is cut? No one would have thought that a month ago.
I like Ayers and he was a fantastic special teams player last year but where does he fit with all of the new linebackers including Jonathan Jones and then the first year Canadians. Can they play those specials as well as he did? Does he get squeezed if we end up rostering an American left guard? I would say it's a much harder roster for him to make compared to last year -- not sure how it could possibly be denied. How many American linebackers can we roster? Wilson seems safe and Jones and Jones are probably locks.
Gotta keep Ayers
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 29, 2025, 08:55:15 PMThat's not the point, I want to know who's not participating in PS#2 strictly due to injury, shouldn't have to guess.
I guess the point is the CFL really doesn't care if you know who is not playing due to injury for the pre-season game or they would structure the rules differently. Just because you feel you're entitled to know doesn't mean you are.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 30, 2025, 02:54:31 AMI guess the point is the CFL really doesn't care if you know who is not playing due to injury for the pre-season game or they would structure the rules differently. Just because you feel you're entitled to know doesn't mean you are.
I have to ask, what line of work are you in? You have a bizarre attitude towards customer service.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 30, 2025, 01:31:15 AMGotta keep Ayers
I agree but it's going to be tough. If you go through depth charts from last year we usually dress four American linebackers and not sure we've ever dressed five.
We've got:
Kyrie Wilson, Tony Jones, Jonathan Jones as your traditional run stoppers playing MLB and WILL.
You've got Griffin backing up at SAM for Kramdi.
That's four. Can you fit Ayers too if he's really a depth WILL and special teams player? Going to be tough. If you pull Griffin and use your 5th defensive back to also cover that spot maybe but is the trade off worth it? Of course there's a lot of other things you could do to make it happen but it is worth asking if he's the fourth best run stopping American can he realistically be rostered?
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 30, 2025, 02:54:31 AMI guess the point is the CFL really doesn't care if you know who is not playing due to injury for the pre-season game or they would structure the rules differently. Just because you feel you're entitled to know doesn't mean you are.
Does Junkie have 2 accounts? Muh secret CFL documents.
Ya, it's freakin' rosters, positions, designations, and IRs... if it helps get more uberfans engaged, why not release this "super serial secret" information. I bet the NFL does.
My son memorized every single pokemon and stat in the blasted 800 page book. Some people thrive on more information, if the cost is near zero, why would you withhold it? Why anger fans and lose the info nerds?
Either it's plain laziness (CFL isn't very organized at the best of times getting timely info out),
OR the truly entitled ones here are the league/teams.
Quote from: Ridermania on May 29, 2025, 03:36:47 PMI'll be at the game tomorrow and will try to provide some input on Bomber players for the group.
Thanks Mania! That's neighborly. I'll try to repay the favor sometime.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2025, 04:15:47 AMDoes Junkie have 2 accounts? Muh secret CFL documents.
Ya, it's freakin' rosters, positions, designations, and IRs... if it helps get more uberfans engaged, why not release this "super serial secret" information. I bet the NFL does.
My son memorized every single pokemon and stat in the blasted 800 page book. Some people thrive on more information, if the cost is near zero, why would you withhold it? Why anger fans and lose the info nerds?
Either it's plain laziness (CFL isn't very organized at the best of times getting timely info out), OR the truly entitled ones here are the league/teams.
No one is withholding information from you and no one is being lazy. The situation is just more nuanced and no one doesn't want you to be a super fan. I would argue that forcing teams to immediately disclosure practice roster injuries would not make anyone more of a fan in any practical sense.
It's also a grey area. If a guy is beat up from camp and you just want to rest him, is he injured officially? Not really.
Or does it make more sense to simply ensure all teams stay at or under the PR max during training camp which means early injuries get announced and shuffled to make way for someone new and then guys not getting replaced because there's two days left will be announced on Saturday.
Just wait 24 hours. It's not really that hard or controversial. A few of you love to complain. Still don't get it -- being a fan doesn't mean you should just get anything you feel you want at the moment. When a ref makes a bad call are you going to demand his score cards for the last three games on the grounds of customer service? Grow up.
I'm all for CFL transparency - it would help every thing so much.
But I'm kind of with SBaG on this one. Teams simply do not have to report on injuries during the preseason. And honestly, the Bombers are terrible at it during the regular season anyway. They submit a report because they have to, but they still obfuscate as much as possible.
Man we have great people posting on here. Thank god for the games. And all the off season guys also.
Not being able to watch the game on TV sucks. It's on computer though right.?? I will try and watch it, on one of my five of desktop, and tablets and lap top.
The defense looks promising, the new American running back looked awesome on the radio. Should he make the active roster, it would. Make for a challenge to stop either Brady or him.
Now we just need a QB who can throw for a hundred yards in a league that features the pass as a rule. Poor Strev. Just put in a run package. Add him to the running game and give defensive coordinators a three headed monster to prepare for.
Lots of cuts needed by all the teams this weekend. Should be interesting!
Go Blue!
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2025, 10:44:15 AMI'm all for CFL transparency - it would help every thing so much.
But I'm kind of with SBaG on this one. Teams simply do not have to report on injuries during the preseason. And honestly, the Bombers are terrible at it during the regular season anyway. They submit a report because they have to, but they still obfuscate as much as possible.
The Bombers information management standards have slipped in the last couple of years, to me that indicates a lazy personnel issue or an attitude of disregard similar to the one SB&G presents. It's a strange twist this happens at a time the CFL is promoting fantasy football and encouraging people to gamble on CFL game results, which in turn drives demand for more information. Another job for Commissioner Stewie to step in and clean up, "no task too small!".
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 29, 2025, 09:10:37 PMBall doesn't show on the depth chart. Is he injured?
I think Ball broke a finger in camp.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 30, 2025, 04:36:38 PMThe Bombers information management standards have slipped in the last couple of years, to me that indicates a lazy personnel issue or an attitude of disregard similar to the one SB&G presents. It's a strange twist this happens at a time the CFL is promoting fantasy football and encouraging people to gamble on CFL game results, which in turn drives demand for more information. Another job for Commissioner Stewie to step in and clean up, "no task too small!".
The league has a goal of promotion. Teams don't have that goal. And MOS in particular does not feel the public has a right to know personal or professional information, as much as we want it.
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2025, 05:03:57 PMThe league has a goal of promotion. Teams don't have that goal. And MOS in particular does not feel the public has a right to know personal or professional information, as much as we want it.
The league is the teams, they are the same entity. If one employee can't tow the line he needs to be disappeared! I don't believe MOS actually cares either way, it's no skin off his nose, he's got bigger fish to fry.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 30, 2025, 05:18:49 PMThe league is the teams, they are the same entity. If one employee can't tow the line he needs to be disappeared! I don't believe MOS actually cares either way, it's no skin off his nose, he's got bigger fish to fry.
MOS absolutely cares. He says it in every interview.
Would you trade in MOS and everything he's accomplished for a coach that gives you accurate IR lists even when they're not required? Coming back to the original point of preseason IR lists. It's the league that is not requiring them.
Quote from: Ridermania on May 30, 2025, 04:51:05 PMI think Ball broke a finger in camp.
That might put him on the 1 game IR to start the season. OTOH, it wouldn't be the 1st time a player had a splint etc to protect his injury. If we hadn't already lost Kelly and Makonzo to the 6 game IR, then the need for him on the AR might be less at the moment.
What is the best way to stream or otherwise watch the game tonite?
I apologize ahead of time if this has been discussed, I haven't done a search through this thread or others. I remember the last game (I was there so didn't watch online) some mentioned cfl.ca streaming it - is that the best way to watch live, and fairly straightforward? Do they have the radio feed on the same stream, or does one have to have a separate radio on to follow that part?
Again, sorry if this is already discussed, please feel free to just point me in the direction of prior discussions and advice.
GO BLUE!!!
Streaming the Bombers/Riders means having to listen to the Riders radio crew, right?
CFL should stream 2 versions to allow fans to choose which radio broadcast they listen to.
Quote from: theaardvark on May 30, 2025, 06:23:26 PMStreaming the Bombers/Riders means having to listen to the Riders radio crew, right?
CFL should stream 2 versions to allow fans to choose which radio broadcast they listen to.
I gonna venture to say highly likely.
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2025, 06:20:12 PMWhat is the best way to stream or otherwise watch the game tonite?
I apologize ahead of time if this has been discussed, I haven't done a search through this thread or others. I remember the last game (I was there so didn't watch online) some mentioned cfl.ca streaming it - is that the best way to watch live, and fairly straightforward? Do they have the radio feed on the same stream, or does one have to have a separate radio on to follow that part?
Again, sorry if this is already discussed, please feel free to just point me in the direction of prior discussions and advice.
GO BLUE!!!
https://www.cfl.ca/2025/05/16/preseason-week-3-winnipeg-blue-bombers-at-saskatchewan-roughriders/
Quote from: Ridermania on May 30, 2025, 04:51:05 PMI think Ball broke a finger in camp.
Daddy Michael Ball is now a huge Bomber fan. CFL fans on both sides of the border must be gagging.
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Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2025, 10:44:15 AMI'm all for CFL transparency - it would help every thing so much.
But I'm kind of with SBaG on this one. Teams simply do not have to report on injuries during the preseason. And honestly, the Bombers are terrible at it during the regular season anyway. They submit a report because they have to, but they still obfuscate as much as possible.
The average fan is probably not interested anyway.
I am in favour of whatever helps get wins. The less your opponent knows the better.
Quote from: theaardvark on May 30, 2025, 06:23:26 PMStreaming the Bombers/Riders means having to listen to the Riders radio crew, right?
I actually like listening to each different city's radio guys. You get the local flavor. Who cares if they're homers. I actually find it remarkable how different each city is. There's no one way to do it.
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2025, 05:03:57 PMThe league has a goal of promotion. Teams don't have that goal. And MOS in particular does not feel the public has a right to know personal or professional information, as much as we want it.
I don't need daily personal reality-tv player vlogs like BC seems to be aiming for the last couple of years. That takes care of the "personal" part.
But ya, teams/league should not be hiding game/roster information -- the "professional" part. It serves no purpose. I want a standard, in writing or not (most of it is already!), that every team must adhere to 100% or they get a penalty. This isn't difficult.
I don't even care much about this IR issue. Don't get lost in the weeds: this isn't about one issue, it's about all the general issues that frequently crop up. So when one person complains about their beef, I like to remind that it's a general thing, not a specific one.
As for IRs, if the standard is teams are to report who is on IR after X hours or days, or X time prior to a game, then all teams should adhere to this. Period. I don't know what's in writing about this, but the league was doing things to increase IR transparency a couple years ago -- like requiring specifying "knee" instead of "lower body".
To anyone just trying to shrug this off, BinBC and I will remind them that WPG doesn't even list the DI/DAs (let alone DNA/DNSs and NA) on the depth charts anymore! If you think fans should have to guess even the most basic of CFL information, then bless your heart.
Quote from: Jesse on May 30, 2025, 06:45:27 PMhttps://www.cfl.ca/2025/05/16/preseason-week-3-winnipeg-blue-bombers-at-saskatchewan-roughriders/
Thanks Jesse!
Now - has anyone heard how likely the game is to go ahead tonite? On my way home from work on CJOB they were talking about "if" the game happens - because of poor air quality, it may not happen?
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2025, 09:27:17 PMNow - has anyone heard how likely the game is to go ahead tonite? On my way home from work on CJOB they were talking about "if" the game happens - because of poor air quality, it may not happen?
Many Riderfans forum reporting smoke is REALLY bad, with a pic of Mosaic a couple of blocks away looking hazy.
Someone pointed out no CFL game has ever been cancelled due to smoke. CFL does have options: start it late (word is smoke will clear later), start it and end early if it seems bad for players, or play it tomorrow.
Can 2 teams be deprived of a 2nd PS game completely? Ever happened before?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2025, 09:35:04 PMMany Riderfans forum reporting smoke is REALLY bad, with a pic of Mosaic a couple of blocks away looking hazy.
Someone pointed out no CFL game has ever been cancelled due to smoke. CFL does have options: start it late (word is smoke will clear later), start it and end early if it seems bad for players, or play it tomorrow.
Can 2 teams be deprived of a 2nd PS game completely? Ever happened before?
Is that true - no game has been cancelled because of smoke? I thought there was one that was postponed a day because of wildfire smoke, in the last few years.
As an aside, I actually got to go to my first NFL playoff game when the game between the Vikings and Rams was moved to AZ because of the wildfires in LA in January.
Unfortunately it did not go the way I was hoping.
Any link the the pic at Mosaic? Hopefully the game does go forward.
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2025, 09:45:42 PMAny link the the pic at Mosaic? Hopefully the game does go forward.
Hope this works:
(https://www.riderfans.com/filedata/fetch?id=1225187&d=1748634637)
It did - thanks TG. Maybe some wind will pick up and clear it out a bit.
If they do cancel, or even postpone, it could be disaster for Riders' bottom line. Employees are already there, and are probably contracted to receive some sort of minimum even if they are sent home. Food is already being prepped.
Tickets would have to be refunded. etc. Like WFC, Riders usually sell at least 2/3rd the seats for a PS.
Thankfully we got PAS's PS game (and its $$) in the bag last week!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2025, 09:48:49 PMHope this works:
(https://www.riderfans.com/filedata/fetch?id=1225187&d=1748634637)
That looks so bad.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2025, 08:34:55 PMI don't need daily personal reality-tv player vlogs like BC seems to be aiming for the last couple of years. That takes care of the "personal" part.
But ya, teams/league should not be hiding game/roster information -- the "professional" part. It serves no purpose. I want a standard, in writing or not (most of it is already!), that every team must adhere to 100% or they get a penalty. This isn't difficult.
I don't even care much about this IR issue. Don't get lost in the weeds: this isn't about one issue, it's about all the general issues that frequently crop up. So when one person complains about their beef, I like to remind that it's a general thing, not a specific one.
As for IRs, if the standard is teams are to report who is on IR after X hours or days, or X time prior to a game, then all teams should adhere to this. Period. I don't know what's in writing about this, but the league was doing things to increase IR transparency a couple years ago -- like requiring specifying "knee" instead of "lower body".
To anyone just trying to shrug this off, BinBC and I will remind them that WPG doesn't even list the DI/DAs (let alone DNA/DNSs and NA) on the depth charts anymore! If you think fans should have to guess even the most basic of CFL information, then bless your heart.
When I say personal, I don't mean whatever vlogs you mentioned, I mean injuries or days away from the field for non-football reasons.
The IR stuff we do get now that the CFL has made it a rule, but it only exists during the season.
I absolutely agree teams need to have their full depth charts and rosters made available.
Rider depth chart is a bunch of scrubs. Hopeful our offence makes quick work of them and takes a seat on the bench.
I think the smoke is a bit less of a risk in a preseason game, when you're rotating players.
At the same time, a preseason game is way less important and maybe not worth the risk.
This is a reality we'll all have to get used to going forward.
Official delay: one hour.
Quote from: Waffler on May 30, 2025, 11:21:53 PMOfficial delay: one hour.
Yup, best possible choice for now, to still give the appearance that they care about the magic "7" number. Nothing wrong with a delay... we've done it for 3 hours @ IGF, LOL.
Of course, the (not so) new CFL rules about game delays may come into play. I can't recall what the rule said about unstarted-game delays.
Let's just hope the wind keeps sweeping it away.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 30, 2025, 03:52:50 AMI agree but it's going to be tough. If you go through depth charts from last year we usually dress four American linebackers and not sure we've ever dressed five.
We've got:
Kyrie Wilson, Tony Jones, Jonathan Jones as your traditional run stoppers playing MLB and WILL.
You've got Griffin backing up at SAM for Kramdi.
That's four. Can you fit Ayers too if he's really a depth WILL and special teams player? Going to be tough. If you pull Griffin and use your 5th defensive back to also cover that spot maybe but is the trade off worth it? Of course there's a lot of other things you could do to make it happen but it is worth asking if he's the fourth best run stopping American can he realistically be rostered?
After your post and mine I was thinking about we need him but you make a good point at what expense. A luxury to have, so deep we are debating the fringe guys.
I want Griffin retained too. Maybe us fans can do fund a forum PR to keep some talent around. Lol
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2025, 11:03:34 PMI think the smoke is a bit less of a risk in a preseason game, when you're rotating players.
At the same time, a preseason game is way less important and maybe not worth the risk.
This is a reality we'll all have to get used to going forward.
Disagree risk is the same and is significant
I have been evac'd and experienced terrible air quality at my home and it's nothing to play with. I have been wearing a very good mask in limited times outside when it's bad and stil getting ill. Player safety is critical, regardless of pre, reg. or post season.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 30, 2025, 10:36:09 PMmmm , glorious!
What does this mean?
Quote from: Waffler on May 30, 2025, 11:21:53 PMOfficial delay: one hour.
What does delaying 1 hour do? It's not like a storm that you can see on the radar and know it'll clear up soon. Wildfire smoke is often widespread and lasts for hours. Unless there is an expected wind shift coming, I'd guesss it's cancelled.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 30, 2025, 11:30:34 PMAfter your post and mine I was thinking about we need him but you make a good point at what expense. A luxury to have, so deep we are debating the fringe guys.
I want Griffin retained too. Maybe us fans can do fund a forum PR to keep some talent around. Lol
Disagree risk is the same and is significant
I have been evac'd and experienced terrible air quality at my home and it's nothing to play with. I have been wearing a very good mask in limited times outside when it's bad and stil getting ill. Player safety is critical, regardless of pre, reg. or post season.What does this mean?
All I was saying is that someone playing a full game & running around is at a bigger risk than someone standing on the sidelines.
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2025, 11:43:49 PMWhat does delaying 1 hour do?
There is a wind (shift) or something clearing it out now. The individual meter indexes are falling as we speak, with the instant reads being lower than the longer average, and the shorter averages being lower than the longer ones too.
https://aqmap.ca/aqmap/en/#15/50.4479/-104.6301/B31/L38/L40/L41
If they keep going fast/long enough, we may actually get below the magic 8. I'm sure someone @ CFL is applying some math to this. Either that, or wait until 9 CDT and just lie about the readings ;) ;) ;)
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2025, 11:43:49 PMWhat does delaying 1 hour do? It's not like a storm that you can see on the radar and know it'll clear up soon. Wildfire smoke is often widespread and lasts for hours. Unless there is an expected wind shift coming, I'd guesss it's cancelled.
Areas in Sask that were smoky earlier in the day did clear.
They measure particles in the air and are hopeful the number will continue to decrease.
Air quality improving slightly sounds like
Quote from: Waffler on May 30, 2025, 11:21:53 PMOfficial delay: one hour.
So 9pm central start time, got it. Thanks
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2025, 11:45:25 PMAll I was saying is that someone playing a full game & running around is at a bigger risk than someone standing on the sidelines.
Yes risk is higher playing but still moderate on sidelines. Unless running oxygen or wearing a mask.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 30, 2025, 11:51:43 PMThere is a wind (shift) or something clearing it out now. The individual meter indexes are falling as we speak, with the instant reads being lower than the longer average, and the shorter averages being lower than the longer ones too.
https://aqmap.ca/aqmap/en/#15/50.4479/-104.6301/B31/L38/L40/L41
If they keep going fast/long enough, we may actually get below the magic 8. I'm sure someone @ CFL is applying some math to this. Either that, or wait until 9 CDT and just lie about the readings ;) ;) ;)
I've been using this site lately, but it hasn't been too accurate with the forcast - too many variables. But this doesn't look any better than here:
https://firesmoke.ca/forecasts/current/
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2025, 11:58:51 PMI've been using this site lately, but it hasn't been too accurate with the forcast - too many variables. But this doesn't look any better than here:
https://firesmoke.ca/forecasts/current/
That awesome I was just going to post that site lol
It was accurate in prediction 4 or 5 days ago but recently been a little off
Smoke is clearing up they say on radio
Look, I just poured a drink thinking we were an hour out. I don't think I have 5+ hours of drinking in me.
Let's get this show on the road.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 12:02:24 AMLook, I just poured a drink thinking we were an hour out. I don't think I have 5+ hours of drinking in me.
Let's get this show on the road.
Sitting, thinking, sinking, drinking
Wondering when the game is gonna start tonight
I always have 5 hours of drinking in me - lightweight! ;D
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 12:02:24 AMLook, I just poured a drink thinking we were an hour out. I don't think I have 5+ hours of drinking in me.
Let's get this show on the road.
pretty much same here dude.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 31, 2025, 12:14:43 AMpretty much same here dude.
I have ultimate faith in you, Goldie. You got this!
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2025, 11:58:51 PMI've been using this site lately, but it hasn't been too accurate with the forcast - too many variables. But this doesn't look any better than here:
The aqmap link I provided comes directly from the CFL.ca weather-delays info sheet page, so I'm assuming this is what the CFL takes as sacrosanct.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 30, 2025, 11:53:13 PMAir quality improving slightly sounds like
The aqmap site latest readings at Mosaic (excluding 1 stuck meter) just dropped from 150 to 90 in half hour. At this rate they'll reach magic 79 probably by original KO time! But I guess the lads still will need the hour pregame warmup, etc.
All in all this should work out just fine.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 12:20:07 AMThe aqmap link I provided comes directly from the CFL.ca weather-delays info sheet page, so I'm assuming this is what the CFL takes as sacrosanct.
Thanks for doing that I have been checking smoke and fire maps x100 a day for 2 weeks
This one seams legit
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 12:22:30 AMThanks for doing that I have been checking smoke and fire maps x100 a day for 2 weeks
This one seams legit
All that matters is what the number is at those 3-4 sensors right at Mosaic. The rest of the city could be on fire and they can still play the game if the numbers on the turf go below 80.
Get some dude holding a bionaire filter blowing directly on the sensor, stat! 8) 8) 8) :o :o :o
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 12:19:14 AMI have ultimate faith in you, Goldie. You got this!
Whoa whoa whoa.
No faith in me???
Actually, that's fair. I'm normally asleep by 10. This is a low percentage scenario.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 12:28:26 AMWhoa whoa whoa.
No faith in me???
Goldie's regaled us with many a story of his imbibing prowess. If you want the same treatment, we need to hear more dirt about it post facto! In any event, it may be hard to win the battle.
:P :P :P
AQ index now at 80. They can basically start warmups immediately. Too bad people will have postponed their arrival already, meaning they can't push the KO to 8:30 or something. Maybe CFL should next time say "8:30, possibly delayed until 9:00". Get people in the door for the better-case scenario.
It's already a late start for us on DST in WPG... the one thing I envy about Sask BTW...
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 12:37:22 AMAQ index now at 80. They can basically start warmups immediately. Too bad people will have postponed their arrival already, meaning they can't push the KO to 8:30 or something. Maybe CFL should next time say "8:30, possibly delayed until 9:00". Get people in the door for the better-case scenario.
It's already a late start for us on DST in WPG... the one thing I envy about Sask BTW...
Whatever. Best case scenario. I was worried it was just going to be cancelled at one point.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 12:28:26 AMWhoa whoa whoa.
No faith in me???
Actually, that's fair. I'm normally asleep by 10. This is a low percentage scenario.
:D
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 12:38:50 AMWhatever. Best case scenario. I was worried it was just going to be cancelled at one point.
Funny, but this exact same thing has happened every year for like 3 seasons now? Early year SSK games get the "oh now, AQ, cancelling!" FUD and then the magic wind comes and everything is ok. I don't know why we worry, there's some Level 5 Blessed Air Elemental that protects Rider football.
This may be the first actual delay, though.
Ya, you know me, I'm up till 5am anyhow so I don't care when it starts, just that it starts. But all you old guys need your 8pm bed time apparently ;D ;D ;D :P :P :o :o :o :o
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 12:43:49 AMFunny, but this exact same thing has happened every year for like 3 seasons now? Early year SSK games get the "oh now, AQ, cancelling!" FUD and then the magic wind comes and everything is ok. I don't know why we worry, there's some Level 5 Blessed Air Elemental that protects Rider football.
This may be the first actual delay, though.
Ya, you know me, I'm up till 5am anyhow so I don't care when it starts, just that it starts. But all you old guys need your 8pm bed time apparently ;D ;D ;D :P :P :o :o :o :o
hey now, 9:30.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 12:50:17 AMhey now, 9:30.
Really? Odd, since all 3 Mosaic sensors are below 80 on the 10 min avg. Rapidly dropping below 70. Magic number is under 80. Warmups/pregame take at most 70 mins. That means 9pm start is entirely doable.
Weird. It's going to be a pretty empty GDT until tomorrow, probably.
All the drinkers should alternate between the booze sips and espresso for the next 4.5 hours.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 12:54:19 AMReally? Odd, since all 3 Mosaic sensors are below 80 on the 10 min avg. Rapidly dropping below 70. Magic number is under 80. Warmups/pregame take at most 70 mins. That means 9pm start is entirely doable.
Weird. It's going to be a pretty empty GDT until tomorrow, probably.
All the drinkers should alternate between the booze sips and espresso for the next 4.5 hours.
9:30 as my bedtime, not the game start.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 12:55:56 AM9:30 as my bedtime, not the game start.
LOL, well it still stands that you should get the coffee maker goin'
Don't want to miss (or even delay seeing!) some terribly exciting 5th-unit action and 5 FGs!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 12:58:26 AMLOL, well it still stands that you should get the coffee maker goin'
Don't want to miss (or even delay seeing!) some terribly exciting 5th-unit action and 5 FGs!
I am very much excited to see the first half led by Strev and (hopefully) Zach. I'd like to see some of the new kid too, didn't even realize he got on the field in the first game.
anybody's stream working?
Regardless of whether they start or not, its great the Riders are going to get to sell food and beer for a while, and recoup some investment.
If they do play, big bonus for the Riders selling more concessions...
Quote from: Go_Big_D on May 31, 2025, 01:20:24 AManybody's stream working?
mine appears to be working but I am just getting CFL promos I guess because the game is so delayed....
Mine at commercial
Working
Video chugged a bit briefly
And then audio didn't start right away
On a 10 year old lappy lol
Ok I have the game rolling here!
Crowd very thin at Mosaic. But they do get some smoke-scare leeway. I guess
Strev needs more push on SY than that.
Sterns taking Kenny's #89, LOL. Let's hope he has a better year than Kenny!
After a slight glitch this video and audio quality is pretty good
Couple spins here and there
Strev looks very good
Wheatfall!
Strev looks great.
Nice mix of the run and pass.
TOUCHDOWN
Though I think both of those short yardage plays could have been called short, lol
I'm eating 1st crow of year
I thought Wilson be #2
Strev looks healthy and polished
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 02:19:27 AMThough I think both of those short yardage plays could have been called short, lol
Foxcroft and L'il Kim would have spun that ball for all it's worth 1 foot away until they decided it wasn't close enough, LOL.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 31, 2025, 02:18:59 AMStrev looks great.
Nice mix of the run and pass.
TOUCHDOWN
Love the delayed draw. Buck almost never used it and it's one of my faves. OL opens the A-gaps, DL falls for it going for the outside pass-rush, whoosh there goes the RB.
Amazing pass & route from Strev/Wheatie
Wheatie working hard to stay on the team? PR spot?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 02:21:54 AMLove the delayed draw. Buck almost never used it and it's one of my faves. OL opens the A-gaps, DL falls for it going for the outside pass-rush, whoosh there goes the RB.
Amazing pass & route from Strev/Wheatie
Wheatie working hard to stay on the team? PR spot?
lol, I thought of you the second they ran the draw.
We now have a problem of, it seems, many solid mid-tier RECs. In fact, outside of Schoen/Demski I think all of the hopefuls are mid-tier.
Which gives 2 big problems:
1) Who do you AR, who PR, who cut?
2) None are top-tier (yet?), it would be nice to "find" the next Pokey
Wheatie is not going anywhere
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 02:23:47 AMlol, I thought of you the second they ran the draw.
And the SY near-fail, I hope!!
Techno worm getting into brains. 8) 8) 8) 8)
I bet we see a ton of draws this season! Woot Hogan Woot!
COllaros is throwing?!??!
Wheatfall has two TDs!
Zach arm strength weak
Zach getting old
Physically decling
Can't throw deep ball
They said
I suggest crow, I had some already, you know who you are lol. Might want to add sauce it's dry lol. I'm still chocking down on my Wilson wings lol.
Wheatie will be a top receiver
Wow, that looked like a Buck series. So much for Hogan-just-gonna-dink-n-dunk theory!
Wheatie trying to make D.Mitchell lose a job! What has D.Mitchell shown us yet? Nothing! M.Mitchell may beat him out too! Yikes.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 02:28:47 AMZach arm strength weak
Zach getting old
Physically decling
They said
I suggest crow, I had some already, you know who you are lol.
I mean he was getting hit as he threw but the ball did hang up and barely make it to the goal line. It's not like he just threw it 60 yards on a rope. lt was a 40 yard rainbow ...not the best example lol
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 02:29:23 AMWow, that looked like a Buck series. So much for Hogan-just-gonna-dink-n-dunk theory!
Wheatie trying to make D.Mitchell lose a job! What has D.Mitchell shown us yet? Nothing! M.Mitchell may beat him out too! Yikes.
We will live and die by two things
Bombs and runs
How it always will be when you have the best slinger and rb combo in the land
Oooooobaby
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 02:30:37 AMI mean he was getting hit as he threw but the ball did hang up and barely make it to the goal line. It's not like he just threw it 60 yards on a rope. lt was a 40 yard rainbow ...not the best example lol
Two nice toses and a TD
Yes you are right about 2nd ball but splitting hairs
Maier air ball
Got rushed
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 02:28:47 AMZach arm strength weak
Zach getting old
Physically decling
Can't throw deep ball
They said
I suggest crow, I had some already, you know who you are lol. Might want to add sauce it's dry lol.
All of those things are true. It doesn't mean he can't still be successful. If you are 35+, you know your body just isn't quite the same as it was.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 02:29:23 AMWow, that looked like a Buck series. So much for Hogan-just-gonna-dink-n-dunk theory!
Wheatie trying to make D.Mitchell lose a job! What has D.Mitchell shown us yet? Nothing! M.Mitchell may beat him out too! Yikes.
I think D. Mitchell is safe-ish. He self-admittedly camp to camp out of shape and was relegated to 2nd team and forced to earn his way into the team. That said, we still need his skill set.
But we need multiple bodies in the receiving core and if Keric wants to make that 2nd year leap, we got room for him.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 02:30:37 AMlt was a 40 yard rainbow ...not the best example lol
Ya, you can totally work around Zach's 45-ish yard range by just releasing sooner, like they did here. Zach is ageing, but most of it is workaround-able.
I'm glad to see whoever helps Zach with this has identified the same problems, and finding solutions.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 02:34:20 AMYa, you can totally work around Zach's 45-ish yard range by just releasing sooner, like they did here. Zach is ageing, but most of it is workaround-able.
I'm glad to see whoever helps Zach with this has identified the same problems, and finding solutions.
It's just preseason, but a trend so far of getting the ball out quickly.
Nice tackle Munier-Bailey.
Strange no T.Harris rostered tonight. Riders usually try to win the PS @ home. Gets the fans hyped. I guess if you roster only backups you can have a ready-made excuse to placate the fans.
Still early, though.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 02:33:56 AMAll of those things are true. It doesn't mean he can't still be successful. If you are 35+, you know your body just isn't quite the same as it was.
I think D. Mitchell is safe-ish. He self-admittedly camp to camp out of shape and was relegated to 2nd team and forced to earn his way into the team. That said, we still need his skill set.
But we need multiple bodies in the receiving core and if Keric wants to make that 2nd year leap, we got room for him.
Zach is old, that is all that is true.
Can throw deep ball
Has good to great arm strength
I don't see decline in strength but a little in mobility and foot speed
Like fine wine
I like the Begelton promo there.
Nice stop on D.
Not much on returns yet, though. No one hits the hole with confidence.
Much better cover teams so far, though, so that's good. M.Miller yelling at them all week, probably.
Strev always has trouble throwing on the bootleg. Should have just run there.
Wheatie recognized blitz and ran the perfect split hot route
Strev is back, lol.
Cute boyz taking turns.
We look polished on offence!
Their colour guy is already so dejected after every Bombers first down. It's pre-season haha
Wheatfall the Wilson of this season?
Ugly ugly Strev
Streveler throws a bad int!!
Haha Streveler was doing great and forgot he can't read a zone.
Strev miscomms, thought it was straight go, or scramble rules. Good play by SSK DB/FS to get over there.
Poo
Ooof. That was like Zach throwing a pass after killing his finger in the Grey Cup, just a toss up for anyone.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 02:43:31 AMStrev is back, lol.
Cute boyz taking turns.
Back again, I heard NFL is calling and he need to leave the game, private jet just landed
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 31, 2025, 02:44:19 AMWe look polished on offence!
Shinning bright
That aged poorly
Duck duck goose
Strev is back lol
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 02:46:07 AMHaha Streveler was doing great and forgot he can't read defenses.
I don't think this is that, this is more scramble rules and lack of chemistry. Yes, he should know better and eat it though.
Besides that he's looked great so far.
Quote from: towelie on May 31, 2025, 02:45:00 AMWheatfall the Wilson of this season?
Wheatie is taking Strevs private jet now, he just signed NFL lol
But yes he will be lights out
Nice TD D
WEBB
LOVE IT
98 got speed
LOL, how many times in the CFL do we see INT followed by another turnover. If I could gamble on that somehow, I'd take it every time.
Nice scoot by the bigger guy (Webb) to beat the nearest guys to the EZ
LOL: booth guys think it's Cam Lawson TD
Scoop and save
Such a fun game thus far!
my goodness these guys can't get a single bomber player right. First it was Schmekel, then Kornelson, then Lawson. Still haven't gotten it right
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 02:49:12 AMLOL, how many times in the CFL do we see INT followed by another turnover. If I could gamble on that somehow, I'd take it every time.
Nice scoot by the bigger guy (Webb) to beat the nearest guys to the EZ
LOL: booth guys think it's Cam Lawson TD
Not unless Lawson changed his name to Webb.
Quote from: kkc60 on May 31, 2025, 02:50:24 AMmy goodness these guys can't get a single bomber player right. First it was Schmekel, then Kornelson, then Lawson. Still haven't gotten it right
I heard they have brain decline due to smoke lol
CFL called they are getting oxygen delivered at half time
These Rider announcers are as bright as a bag of nails.
Webb got the TD not Lawson. lol
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 02:49:52 AMSuch a fun game thus far!
Ya, but we're playing our #1s and #2s against mostly backups on SSK. Might not look as pretty when we sit Zach & Strev. (Zach should be benched already methinks)
Still, our #3's looked better than their #2's last week! Things not going according to plan in SSK?? WPG better prepared for once?
Quote from: kkc60 on May 31, 2025, 02:50:24 AMmy goodness these guys can't get a single bomber player right. First it was Schmekel, then Kornelson, then Lawson. Still haven't gotten it right
Brutal and hilarious
Bridges is making some plays at CB.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 02:50:45 AMNot unless Lawson changed his name to Webb.
THere's been a lot going on with him in the off-season while rehabbing. He got married and everything.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 02:46:16 AMOoof. That was like Zach throwing a pass after killing his finger in the Grey Cup, just a toss up for anyone.
PTSD, noooooooooo!
Fuzzy puppies. Fuzzy puppies. Fuzzy puppies...
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 31, 2025, 02:51:02 AMThese Rider announcers are as bright as a bag of nails.
Webb got the TD not Lawson. lol
I think I heard 3 different names...none of them Webb.
That said, that was the first time I heard his name as well.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 31, 2025, 02:51:02 AMThese Rider announcers are as bright as a bag of nails.
They make Ballsy sound cogent & learned! And they were complaining about our booth guys last week, LOL.
And it's coming back to the 5 lol
New returner unlocked.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 02:57:52 AMAnd it's coming back to the 5 lol
Who cares??? He looked so fast on that one.
#2 nice tackle
Nice return
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 02:58:25 AMWho cares??? He looked so fast on that one.
It was a good return!
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 02:52:09 AMBridges is making some plays at CB.
Didn't notice, nice to see taking the next step
Peterson is looking "good enough" to backup to me.
Ooof. Wallace whiffed on that block. Also *** was that punt? Give up the safety ***.
The players I thought would be playing more, aren't. Either my impression of the " depth chart " is wrong or some guys are just getting a chance to play.
Nice kick bad penalty
"That rider turnover is brought to you by Grannies Apple Turnovers Dewdney and 4th Street."
I like the bright MONEY ZONE overlay. Maybe some cool new FX for this year?
Avery making a nice bid here.
Our secondary looks awesome for them being all brand new out of the box.
Nice pick #1d
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:01:02 AMPeterson is looking "good enough" to backup to me.
Maybe! All he has to do for us to be golden is be nearly as good as JA27, or better.
Peterson has some talent.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 03:05:40 AMMaybe! All he has to do for us to be golden is be nearly as good as JA27, or better.
Will take a couple years to get to that level imo
Peterson kid is making this team!
Loved that screen ok 1 year to be as good as JA27
That was a big hit, this is why you play your #3,4
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 03:07:09 AMIt was Sheehan.
Felt like it based on length and time in air, thanks
The Greek is weak right now.
Hahhaha guy comparing Chase Artopoeus to Tom Brady and Payton Manning. Artopoeus be more like them. Jeez.
Good direction on that punt could have used a little more air
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 31, 2025, 03:09:05 AMhe sucks.
Disagree just not a big leg guy, good directional punter, reliable, proven, steady, cheap lol
Tell him that at practice
Sheahan's punts footballs like they're medicine balls but that one wasn't his worst. Definitely won't be hitting any scoreboards.
Wake up Gowan! Woodbey is getting a lot of reps at LB.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 03:11:28 AMWake up Gowan!
Gowan's like, AR? Nah. PR? Nah. I want that apple & map!! I'm a strange animal, that's what I know!
DL DL
Bailey gets in there again!
Devin Adams looking good. Another play for him.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:13:35 AMDevin Adams looking good. Another play for him.
Will be a top player for us one day
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 03:13:26 AMWho's this Bailey guy??
Kemari Munier-Bailey. Traded up to get him in the Global Draft. Had a good camp. Looks like he belongs.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:14:58 AMKemari Munier-Bailey. Traded up to get him in the Global Draft. Had a good camp. Looks like he belongs.
PR?
Ewww Wilson throwing
Wilson and Artopoeus both trying to make the coaches regret releasing Dologala and Patterson tonight.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on May 31, 2025, 03:17:17 AMEwww Wilson throwing
Neither looks great, but I think I'm rooting for Chase. I've never been a Wilson fan.
#untilhes40
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:14:58 AMKemari Munier-Bailey. Traded up to get him in the Global Draft. Had a good camp. Looks like he belongs.
Oh right. ARable GLOB is mega good! Maybe we dress 2 this year.
How far that punt go didn't check where we kicked it from
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:18:16 AMWilson and Artopoeus both trying to make the coaches regret releasing Dologala and Patterson tonight.
No one has ever regretted releasing those guys lol
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 03:18:51 AMNeither looks great, but I think I'm rooting for Chase. I've never been a Wilson fan.
#untilhes40
I like em both. Wilson has the tools and I see promise.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 03:19:10 AMOh right. ARable GLOB is mega good! Maybe we dress 2 this year.
Think so. The kid is 23. He has a chance to be pretty good.
Do the Riders have another QB?
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 03:20:08 AMI like em both. Wilson has the tools and I see promise.
He's athletic but I haven't seen any passing ability or defensive reading.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 03:22:37 AMHe's athletic but I haven't seen any passing ability or defensive reading.
Agree but I think can come
Avery made another play
Wonder if Chase Artopoeus got hurt. He took that big hit and didn't come back. Seems like a short audition unless he's going to play more in the second half.
I think so or spotter
Man Sheahan can't punt. If it's not some weird line drive angled thing it's awful.
Did anyone see what Bomber got shaken up on the big ST hit that too McCray out of the game? Did we ever get to see the hit?
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:24:50 AMWonder if Chase Artopoeus got hurt. He took that big hit and didn't come back. Seems like a short audition unless he's going to play more in the second half.
It may have been the plan to rotate series.
Has Sheahan taken all the punts so far? Hard to notice.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 03:26:50 AMIt may have been the plan to rotate series.
Has Sheahan taken all the punts so far? Hard to notice.
Trying to tell but every one I've been able to see so far. Maybe they're going half and half.
Is it HT already? I thought SSK would get 1-2 snaps there? Paying attention to too many forum threads!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 03:26:20 AMDid anyone see what Bomber got shaken up on the big ST hit that too McCray out of the game? Did we ever get to see the hit?
I think they said it was the global player Weitz. Not sure how serious it was but he was moving around.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 03:26:20 AMDid anyone see what Bomber got shaken up on the big ST hit that too McCray out of the game? Did we ever get to see the hit?
The golbal guy Fabian Weitz
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 03:28:39 AMI think they said it was the global player Weitz.
It was Weitz. 8th overall in the 2024 Global draft.
None of the receivers except Wheatfall have done anything. I haven't seen or heard Adair, Kwemo or Gassama get mentioned as far as Canadian receivers.
Some of these cuts are going to be easy on offence. On defence it's going to be more difficult.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 03:32:08 AMNone of the receivers except Wheatfall have done anything. I haven't seen or heard Adair, Kwemo or Gassama get mentioned as far as Canadian receivers.
Some of these cuts are going to be easy on offence. On defence it's going to be more difficult.
Has Dalton played much beyond getting that pass from Zach?
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:30:07 AMIt was Weitz. 8th overall in the 2024 Global draft.
He was already in tough with all the LB depth we have. Now he has to beat out Bailey who would be more valuable as a rotation player at DE. That said I hope his injury is not serious.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 03:33:08 AMHas Dalton played much beyond getting that pass from Zach?
I don't think so. Neither has Demski but you know they have starters roles locked down.
Sure appreciate Doug Brown and Derrick Taylor for blue bombers broadcasters, at least they know the names of our players. I switched to CJOB couldn't listen to these goofs any longer. Brutal.
Quote from: barbk on May 31, 2025, 03:35:43 AMSure appreciate Doug Brown and Derrick Taylor for blue bombers broadcasters, at least they know the names of our players. I switched to CJOB couldn't listen to these goofs any longer. Brutal.
They are rough. Their colour guy literally grunts as we pick up first downs. Has nobody told him it sounds terrible? That's more bush league than the stream x50.
Stevens looked like he spent the off-season at the Cracker Barrel.
SSK getting Stevens is a big coup. That guy has a guaranteed future as a superb SY, and might even be able to be more! If he can pull it all together he may be money.
Feed is super choppy since starting again.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:26:07 AMMan Sheahan can't punt. If it's not some weird line drive angled thing it's awful.
Directonal punter
Last in average
Lowest in returns
Limits damage
Can be effective with strategic punting
Overstated on negative imo
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 03:50:18 AMDirectonal punter
Last in average
Lowest in returns
Limits damage
Can be effective with strategic punting
Overstated on negative imo
It imagine someone not last in average who also does all these things.
You don't have to settle.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 03:51:46 AMIt imagine someone not last in average who also does all these things.
You don't have to settle.
Imagine if you could name that guy
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 03:50:18 AMDirectonal punter
Last in average
Lowest in returns
Limits damage
Can be effective with strategic punting
Overstated on negative imo
Give his first half a score out of 10 for me. I'll give him a generous 6.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 03:48:03 AMFeed is super choppy since starting again.
Thought it was just me since switching to the living room computer. But it was even choppy at 360p, so I think you are right, it's the stream. But it makes no sense from a technical standpoint that a stream would suddenly get worse after halftime...
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 03:50:18 AMDirectonal punter
Last in average
Lowest in returns
Limits damage
Can be effective with strategic punting
Overstated on negative imo
Overstated on the negative is overstated. :)
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 03:48:03 AMFeed is super choppy since starting again.
Mine been ok slightly choppy earlier
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:53:16 AMGive his first half a score out of 10 for me. I'll give him a generous 6.
6 or 6.5, would have to see yardage and return #s
Aiden is the hardest working guy in a Rider jersey so far.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 03:53:27 AMOverstated on the negative is overstated. :)
Overstating that I am overstating the negative too much lol
This is very cool for old/older football fans like myself..
Sask receiver Robustelli
" FAST FACT: He is the grandson of New York Giants legend Andy Robustelli — a 1971 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame."
Wow. Y.A. Tittle, Frank Gifford, guys like that.
I guarantee the grandson never has to pay for drinks in New York City.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:54:30 AMAiden is the hardest working guy in a Rider jersey so far.
What position
I want to keep Cooley so bad.
Great pile push! That's what I want from my OL
Cooley in, should get interesting on the ground!
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 03:56:20 AMWhat position
He's that 8 year old that keeps retrieving the kicking tee lol
Harris nice burst
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:56:53 AMI want to keep Cooley so bad.
We could make it work, at least sometimes, under the ol' Greg McCrae scheme.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 03:56:53 AMI want to keep Cooley so bad.
Let's start a collection
50k to stick around on the forum pr
Get 500 people pay 100 lol
Someone will need to billet
I like how Cooley falls for extra yards, just like BO20/AH33
Wilson bad boy
Guess I'll have that other crow wing
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 03:58:31 AMWe could make it work, at least sometimes, under the ol' Greg McCrae scheme.
Nope going to PR. Ratio won't work for him.
Evans on the hold there.
Haha delayed draw there with like zero space and he still almost gets the 1st down. They shortchanged him at least 1Y on the spot, too
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:01:02 AMNope going to PR. Ratio won't work for him.
Someone will pluck him?
I don't think he's making it to our PR. He's going to be on a roster somewhere.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:01:02 AMNope going to PR. Ratio won't work for him.
The team could choose to do it. They keep him rather than an extra receiver or DB.
Charlie Roberts once forced himself into the roster as the 3rd RB.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:03:10 AMThe team could choose to do it. They keep him rather than an estranged receiver or DB.
Charlie Roberts once forced himself into the roster as the 3rd RB.
He is not Charlie good and we have very tough choices at other more critical positions
Could cost us a good lb prospect
Picton the only reliable receiver for the riders.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:03:10 AMThe team could choose to do it. They keep him rather than an estranged receiver or DB.
Charlie Roberts once forced himself into the roster as the 3rd RB.
I would try pretty hard to make it happen.
Quote from: markf on May 31, 2025, 03:55:39 AMThis is very cool for old/older football fans like myself..
Sask receiver Robustelli
" FAST FACT: He is the grandson of New York Giants legend Andy Robustelli — a 1971 inductee into the Pro Football Hall of Fame."
Wow. Y.A. Tittle, Frank Gifford, guys like that.
I guarantee the grandson never has to pay for drinks in New York City.
And New York holds their breath.
I like the new yards-to-gain darkened-field FX. Slick. Do we finally have LOS/1st-down tech that doesn't go at all angles on the screen?
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:04:26 AMI would try pretty hard to make it happen.
Me too 100% love the guy but at what cost when we got two good Cdns
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:04:26 AMI would try pretty hard to make it happen.
Oliveria hardly ever gets a breather when he's healthy. So no point unless he misses a game. We need 2 defensive players as DI's.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:03:55 AMHe is not Charlie good and we have very tough choices at other more critical positions
Could cost us a good lb prospect
I would argue we don't k ow what he is and other tough choices have nothing to do with him.
If he is a better football player than other players at different positions you change the template.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:06:47 AMI would argue we don't k ow what he is and other tough choices have nothing to do with him.
If he is a better football player than other players at different positions you change the template.
That's why you likely don't keep him, yes don't know what he is
But he ain't Charlie good, I'll bet the farm on that
The choices have everything to do with him
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:06:42 AMOliveria hardly ever gets a breather when he's healthy. So no point unless he misses a game. We need 2 defensive players as DI's.
We had already signed Peyton Logan in FA as a back up RB and returner.
It seems like it was already a possibility to have an American RB on the field. What do you do if you unearth a better prospect?
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:06:47 AMI would argue we don't k ow what he is and other tough choices have nothing to do with him.
If he is a better football player than other players at different positions you change the template.
Our Canadian depth in the secondary is limited at the moment due to injuries. At the moment Laval will be a DI while Logan is out. However once Logan comes back we'll need a DB as a DI. Then I'm guessing a DL and a LB ( Griffin ).
It might not be possible. The ratio makes things really hard sometimes. But I'd try is all.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:06:42 AMOliveria hardly ever gets a breather when he's healthy. So no point unless he misses a game. We need 2 defensive players as DI's.
I'd often agree with you here, but we may decide O needs some help like when McCrae was often rostered. He could easily make PR, and the AR may therefore depend on the relative strength the O vs D shows in-season. We can be flexible. And if anyone wants to say we can't, then explain why we were able to roster McCrae for so many games (and "injuries" doesn't tell the whole story).
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:09:12 AMWe had already signed Peyton Logan in FA as a back up RB and returner.
It seems like it was already a possibility to have an American RB on the field. What do you do if you unearth a better prospect?
Cooley isn't doing any duty as a returner which he's need to do as well.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:09:12 AMWe had already signed Peyton Logan in FA as a back up RB and returner.
It seems like it was already a possibility to have an American RB on the field. What do you do if you unearth a better prospect?
People that can play multiple positions are worth more players that can only do one, known commodities same
Vaval looks ace
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:11:10 AMI'd often agree with you here, but we may decide O needs some help like when McCrae was often rostered. He could easily make PR, and the AR may therefore depend on the relative strength the O vs D shows in-season. We can be flexible. And if anyone wants to say we can't, then explain why we were able to roster McCrae for so many games (and "injuries" doesn't tell the whole story).
Oh I think he'll make the PR. As an import, a receiver would have to come off the field any time he was on the field. It's the nature of our ratio on offence.
Might be able to keep him while Logan is shelfed.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:11:37 AMCooley isn't doing any duty as a returner which he's need to do as well.
Echo
Vaval? I thought he was NAT? He sure is looking like a great (backup?) returner. He has no fear hitting the hole and plenty of speed. Legs like Dequoy.
Edit: but Vaval hasn't done anything to impress on D... yet
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:13:15 AMVaval? I thought he was NAT? He sure is looking like a great (backup?) returner. He has no fear hitting the hole and plenty of speed. Legs like Dequoy.
He is not.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:14:02 AMHe is not.
Darn then. Unless he proves to be the next Grant this game he's almost certainly going to be cut, eh?
Edit: Too bad he's not NAT from Laval. Vaval from Laval.
Corcoran made the team
Wilson got z mojo back
Cooley might make NFL at this rate why is he so good?
Note that our defensive DI's get lots of reps. An import RB will not due to how good Oliveria is when he's healthy.
I'm not sure who the defensive DI's might be yet, but 4 import LB's ( including Ayers ), Griffin, Woods and Adams, maybe Person.
Realistically how many reps would Cooley get while Oliveria is active? I like the guy but I don't see a way to get him on the AR.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:15:28 AMDarn then. Unless he proves to be the next Grant this game he's almost certainly going to be cut, eh?
Has probably been our best returner in the pre-season. Maybe. I think it depends on if he can play in the secondary too even as an emergency backup. They're looking at him there tonight.
I guess Chase The Greek is done with injury for the day then? Guess we'll be cutting him then as we didn't get enough looks to do otherwise.
Was #68 holding his arm after that decent run? Is that Wallace? Don't want any AR injuries tonight!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:13:15 AMVaval? I thought he was NAT? He sure is looking like a great (backup?) returner. He has no fear hitting the hole and plenty of speed. Legs like Dequoy.
Edit: but Vaval hasn't done anything to impress on D... yet
That's how he makes it if he can play D
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:17:20 AMNote that our defensive DI's get lots of reps. An import RB will not due to how good Oliveria is when he's healthy.
I'm not sure who the defensive DI's might be yet, but 4 import LB's ( including Ayers ), Griffin, Woods and Adams, maybe Person.
Cooley over Ayers at least.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:15:28 AMDarn then. Unless he proves to be the next Grant this game he's almost certainly going to be cut, eh?
Edit: Too bad he's not NAT from Laval. Vaval from Laval.
He's the only guy who's looked decent at returning.
We'll see. The only thing I've learned from watching preseason is that I have no idea what's going to happen on cut down day.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:17:50 AMI guess Chase The Greek is done with injury for the day then? Guess we'll be cutting him then as we didn't get enough looks to do otherwise.
Was #68 holding his arm after that decent run? Is that Wallace? Don't want any AR injuries tonight!
Chase the great Greek is gyro'd for sure
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:18:29 AMCooley over Ayers at least.
Disagree
Coming from a Cooley lover
Tough decisions!!!!
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:18:29 AMCooley over Ayers at least.
Ayer's over Cooley.
No matter what.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:17:20 AMNote that our defensive DI's get lots of reps. An import RB will not due to how good Oliveria is when he's healthy.
But he has caught a few short pass balls in PS1 so if he can catch like McCrae could then we could still use him like McCrae. Heck, we managed to slot in an IMP FB for most of '23!! We can do it.
Wilson#3 for the love of God attempt the pass! Just do it, don't eat it. He's so gun shy.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:20:24 AMBut he has caught a few short pass balls in PS1 so if he can catch like McCrae could then we could still use him like McCrae. Heck, we managed to slot in an IMP FB for most of '23!! We can do it.
Wilson#3 for the love of God attempt the pass! Just do it, don't eat it. He's so gun shy.
Gittery today
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:19:54 AMAyer's over Cooley.
No matter what.
Wow we agree love it
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:20:24 AMBut he has caught a few short pass balls in PS1 so if he can catch like McCrae could then we could still use him like McCrae. Heck, we managed to slot in an IMP FB for most of '23!! We can do it.
Wilson#3 for the love of God attempt the pass! Just do it, don't eat it. He's so gun shy.
McCrae was also the returner. Cooley is not.
How would you rate our play calling so far from our new offensive coordinator Jason Hogan?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:17:50 AMI guess Chase The Greek is done with injury for the day then? Guess we'll be cutting him then as we didn't get enough looks to do otherwise.
Was #68 holding his arm after that decent run? Is that Wallace? Don't want any AR injuries tonight!
.
Must be hurt.
#68 is Vanterpool
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:21:44 AMWow we agree love it
That would be one better choice for a DI as an example. That said, I'm not sure how Jones, Jones and Wilson all make the Ar either.
We found a way to roster that ex Navy Seal for a whole year. We can probably find a way to keep Cooley or Ayers if we want to. Both are in that import crunch though.
We are deep at DL
Guys eating
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:23:30 AMWe found a way to roster that ex Navy Seal for a whole year. We can probably find a way to keep Cooley or Ayers if we want to.
Navy seal could do multiple things I believe (can't remember)
Blocking was one
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:19:54 AMAyer's over Cooley.
No matter what.
Dunno. But what I do know is no one is poaching Ayers off our PR. Cooley is clearly getting noticed by even those not wearing blue goggles! Ridersforum noticing him. SSK booth guys noticing him. I bet other forums are noticing him. That type of potential can easily get snapped off a PR.
Remember how we had to protect both Lucky & Grant when they both were clearly instant sensations in '19? You don't want to just give guys like that away.
Quote from: barbk on May 31, 2025, 04:22:04 AMHow would you rate our play calling so far from our new offensive coordinator Jason Hogan?
6/10
8/10 early
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:24:10 AMNavy seal could do multiple things I believe
Mostly O'Shea just liked that he would try to kill guys on the teams lol. He couldn't really do anything else at all.
Quote from: barbk on May 31, 2025, 04:22:04 AMHow would you rate our play calling so far from our new offensive coordinator Jason Hogan?
Hard to tell with all the back ups.
The one thing we've seen is that they're trying to be quick. In the regular season, that could lend itself to a lot of cool things. Hurry up offence, Strev doing the sneak and then staying in to attempt a quick pass against mismatches. More Brady in the passing game.
But we'll see.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:23:30 AMWe found a way to roster that ex Navy Seal for a whole year. We can probably find a way to keep Cooley or Ayers if we want to. Both are in that import crunch though.
We were starting more than 7 and he was used on short yardage when you can afford to remove a receiver.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 04:21:55 AMMcCrae was also the returner. Cooley is not.
Was he? Don't remember. But that means he wasn't great at it, which means Cooley might be able to return just as well as McCrae!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:24:38 AMDunno. But what I do know is no one is poaching Ayers off our PR. Cooley is clearly getting noticed by even those not wearing blue goggles! Ridersforum noticing him. SSK booth guys noticing him. I bet other forums are noticing him. That type of potential can easily get snapped off a PR.
Remember how we had to protect both Lucky & Grant when they both were clearly instant sensations in '19? You don't want to just give guys like that away.
I can't think of an example of an import RB being poached off a PR.
Always guys being overvalued in preseason. There's a reason RBs are called "dime a dozen".
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:28:07 AMI can't think of an example of an import RB being poached off a PR.
Always guys being overvalued in preseason. There's a reason RBs are called "dime a dozen".
Could be. If we can PR stash him that's the best case.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:25:05 AMMostly O'Shea just liked that he would try to kill guys on the teams lol. He couldn't really do anything else at all.
Nah you were biased about him, blocked well. Helped us have a good year.
Don't play all year for nothing
Give him some credit
Quote from: barbk on May 31, 2025, 04:22:04 AMHow would you rate our play calling so far from our new offensive coordinator Jason Hogan?
I think it's pretty darn good so far! A bit simple, but not as simple as some PSs might be. He's mixing it up well and getting D's to guess the wrong scheme. Very optimistic.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:27:32 AMWas he? Don't remember. But that means he wasn't great at it, which means Cooley might be able to return just as well as McCrae!
Huge might
I bet not
That's a huge hit, but it'll count as a strike against him. You gotta hang on to the ball if you want a job. If this was a real game that could cost us the win.
Was Schoen only on the field for pne play?
Quote from: Pete on May 31, 2025, 04:31:03 AMWas Schoen only on the field for pne play?
Likely roughly
Quote from: Pete on May 31, 2025, 04:31:03 AMWas Schoen only on the field for pne play?
Hard to tell with these tight shots. Him and Demski definitely barely seen though. So maybe one snap or series each.
Was that actually Sheahan? I think not.
LOL that huge hit guy did hang on, was DBC. But for a loss, so incomplete would have been better. Anything but a scoop & score is better though.
I like seeing Weibe looking good for SSK. Hometown stories give me warm fuzzies.
Allen with a big breakup at safety.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:28:37 AMNah you were biased about him, blocked well. Helped us have a good year.
Don't play all year for nothing
Give him some credit
No. Using a DI spot for an American FB was his absolute biggest whiff as a coach and was a one year mistake.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:35:07 AMAllen with a big breakup at safety.
Beast in training
Miss that play
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:36:55 AMNo. Using a DI spot for an American FB was his absolute biggest whiff as a coach and was a one year mistake.
Disagree not a huge impact but not the whiff some suggest it was
Trust the Mafia
A punt by Evans.
Nice kick!!!!
Bombers have some real decisions to make. A much more competitive camp than last year.
1. Parker and Allen
2. Ayers and the other WILLs/MLBs
3. Sheahan and Evans
4. Vanterpool and Gabe Wallace
5. Trey Vaval and Dillon Mitchell to return?
6. Cooley
7. Reggie White Jr and Sterns and Wheatfall
There's a lot of battles.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 04:36:55 AMNo. Using a DI spot for an American FB was his absolute biggest whiff as a coach and was a one year mistake.
It was all injury-driven. Miller hurt all season, and I think our NAT FB recent draft at the time was injured too. Maybe we even weren't too great at 6th/7th OL at the time either.
In retrospect it does seem to be pretty lame though. Maybe we should have just traded someone for a NAT FB, not like those guys are expensive.
Nice kick!
Wilson is so unexciting. Need a new #3
Quote from: kkc60 on May 31, 2025, 04:44:52 AMWilson is so unexciting. Need a new #3
He doesn't look good tonight.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:40:21 AMBombers have some real decisions to make. A much more competitive camp than last year.
1. Parker and Allen
2. Ayers and the other WILLs/MLBs
3. Sheahan and Evans
4. Vanterpool and Gabe Wallace
5. Trey Vaval and Dillon Mitchell to return?
6. Cooley
7. Reggie White Jr and Sterns and Wheatfall
There's a lot of battles.
1. Parker
2. Keep Ayers
3. Good match!
4.?
5. Vaval if could play d at reasonable level
6. Need a magic trick
7. Wheatie
Wilson will kick himself after this one
Quote from: kkc60 on May 31, 2025, 04:44:52 AMWilson is so unexciting. Need a new #3
But without a half of looks at The Greek, how can you pull the trigger tomorrow? Even worse, what if The Greek is injured for a few weeks too? One would tend to go with the known quantity at this point. However, we don't need to waste more time on a next Dom Davis...
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:40:58 AMIt was all injury-driven. Miller hurt all season, and I think our NAT FB recent draft at the time was injured too. Maybe we even weren't too great at 6th/7th OL at the time either.
In retrospect it does seem to be pretty lame though. Maybe we should have just traded someone for a NAT FB, not like those guys are expensive.
Yup, filled in nicely, not ideal but not the gaff some has suggested imo
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:47:58 AMYup, filled in nicely, not ideal but not the gaff some has suggested imo
He would have fit in better if we were invading Regina and not playing football there.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:46:39 AMBut without a half of looks at The Greek, how can you pull the trigger tomorrow? Even worse, what if The Greek is injured for a few weeks too? One would tend to go with the known quantity at this point. However, we don't need to waste more time on a next Dom Davis...
Yup can't do much now
Davis looks good
Was that Vaval on that good tackle? That would be a good sign.
Coan looking very good for SSK. Much better than many of the clowns they've had the last few seasons.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:49:12 AMHe would have fit in better if we were invading Regina and not playing football there.
Heard it all from you, biased on him imo and overstating the impact of it
Mafia, management did the right thing in a tight spot
Was a non issue, was handled internally
Did SSK give up anything to get dibs on Maier? So far Coan looks like the keeper, not Maier. And Stevens is SY.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:49:49 AMWas that Vaval on that good tackle? That would be a good sign.
Coan looking very good for SSK. Much better than many of the clowns they've had the last few seasons.
I didn't see, hope so
Announcer says Cooley can block, I like the sounds of that, took two guys out
Sheahan is so cut.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:46:39 AMBut without a half of looks at The Greek, how can you pull the trigger tomorrow? Even worse, what if The Greek is injured for a few weeks too? One would tend to go with the known quantity at this point. However, we don't need to waste more time on a next Dom Davis...
It's just so bad that a second year QB is essentially only being trusted to do jet sweeps and handoffs against third and fourth stringers. Absolutely no promise at all
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:52:40 AMSheahan is so cut.
A very good spot for us to be in
Love that hang time!
Quote from: kkc60 on May 31, 2025, 04:53:24 AMIt's just so bad that a second year QB is essentially only being trusted to do jet sweeps and handoffs against third and fourth stringers. Absolutely no promise at all
Overstated on the negative, way to early to say that.
A bad outing to be sure.
Chris-Ike failed on that block. Cooley almost shook it anyhow! SSK pass-blitzing now. Smart move. We're barely gonna throw now.
I'm disappointed SSK didn't try harder to win this. Throw Trevor in there a bit and get some scores like we did with Zach. Mace trying something new? Ridernation ain't gonna be happy, even though it's a PS.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:54:23 AMOverstated on the negative, way to early to say that.
You can absolutely say that for TONIGHT's performance.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:55:11 AMYou can absolutely say that for TONIGHT's performance.
Way to early to say no promise at all
Qbs take 2-3 years
Patience
Ah we finally give up a pre-season TD.
Quote from: kkc60 on May 31, 2025, 04:53:24 AMIt's just so bad that a second year QB is essentially only being trusted to do jet sweeps and handoffs against third and fourth stringers. Absolutely no promise at all
Well, we are in run-mostly mode now, as booth guys have said 20X. But you are correct in general because every time we dial up a mid/long pass for Wilson he takes a sack. Same as PS1. He needs to adjust the plan to an outlet route if he feels the collapse. But he doesn't feel it and he doesn't adjust. Maybe just take a page out of the Nichols throw-it-away playbook?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:54:40 AMChris-Ike failed on that block. Cooley almost shook it anyhow! SSK pass-blitzing now. Smart move. We're barely gonna throw now.
I'm disappointed SSK didn't try harder to win this. Throw Trevor in there a bit and get some scores like we did with Zach. Mace trying something new? Ridernation ain't gonna be happy, even though it's a PS.
Not worth risk of injury
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:56:26 AMWay to early to say no promise at all
Qbs take 2-3 years
Patience
He's going to be on the roster so no worries.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:57:13 AMWell, we are in run-mostly mode now, as booth guys have said 20X. But you are correct in general because every time we dial up a mid/long pass for Wilson he takes a sack. Same as PS1. He needs to adjust the plan to an outlet route if he feels the collapse. But he doesn't feel it and he doesn't adjust. Maybe just take a page out of the Nichols throw-it-away playbook?
Good analysis
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:56:26 AMWay to early to say no promise at all
Qbs take 2-3 years
Patience
Watch Coan vs Wilson. Sure, QBs take time but the fact Hogan isn't even giving Wilson the chance to push the ball downfield is telling
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 31, 2025, 04:57:30 AMNot worth risk of injury
Ya but now WPG has all the momo and morale going into game 1, and SSK has a deflated balloon. A win is a win in terms of warm fuzzies. Doesn't have to make sense!
Flawlessly executed kneel down. Beast.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 04:59:27 AMYa but now WPG has all the momo and morale going into game 1, and SSK has a deflated balloon. A win is a win in terms of warm fuzzies. Doesn't have to make sense!
Doesn't make sense to hurt your best player for little gain
1-0 each week
Ya, I'm not one to pile on, but Wilson really needed to shine in the GC... didn't. Really needed to shine in these PS's... didn't.
With Strev fully healthy (apparently), might we take a huge gamble and take a flier on Chase instead of Wilson? Man, that would be a huge gamble as we saw so little of Chase. Too bad we don't have any other options.
Quote from: barbk on May 31, 2025, 03:35:43 AMSure appreciate Doug Brown and Derrick Taylor for blue bombers broadcasters, at least they know the names of our players. I switched to CJOB couldn't listen to these goofs any longer. Brutal.
That was terrible.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on May 31, 2025, 05:03:41 AMYa, I'm not one to pile on, but Wilson really needed to shine in the GC... didn't. Really needed to shine in these PS's... didn't.
With Strev fully healthy (apparently), might we take a huge gamble and take a flier on Chase instead of Wilson? Man, that would be a huge gamble as we saw so little of Chase. Too bad we don't have any other options.
Pass
Terry Wilson - 9/12 for 58 yards in 37:00 minutes of work.
Jake Meier - 9/15 for 113 and one int in 30:00 minutes of work.
Jack Coen - 18/25 for 189 in 30:00 minutes of work.
Wilson not impressive. Cooley certainly is! Was it Evans booting those punts? Wow! What a leg!
Quote from: J5V on May 31, 2025, 05:21:32 AMWilson not impressive. Cooley certainly is! Was it Evans booting those punts? Wow! What a leg!
He nailed em big time!!!
Agree all
Thank gawd for CJOB! That TV broadcast was worse than brutal. Yeesh!
Allen had another strong outing at safety. Woodbey also had a good game at LB, he was around the ball all night.
Quote from: Pigskin on May 31, 2025, 05:34:53 AMAllen had another strong outing at safety. Woodbey also had a good game at LB, he was around the ball all night.
Both are lights out good
...and the game Recap is here...
https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/05/31/game-recap-preseason-2-wpg-sask/
Jake Maier must be close to the end in the CFL.
Bombers D might be better this season than last.
I thought Argos looked good as well, their quarterbacks looked promising.
Quote from: ModAdmin on May 31, 2025, 07:32:31 AM...and the game Recap is here...
https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/05/31/game-recap-preseason-2-wpg-sask/
O'Shea said afterward, "Artopoeus got landed on kind of funny and we'll see how he is but I'm sure he's OK."Sounds like he'll be fine and can keep battling for a spot. If they keep everyone through week 1 while Zach is suspended.
Quote from: markf on May 31, 2025, 12:59:21 PMJake Maier must be close to the end in the CFL.
Bombers D might be better this season than last.
I thought Argos looked good as well, their quarterbacks looked promising.
He'll be a back-up and spot starter for as long as he wants. Not nearly enough QB talent for him to be done.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 04:40:21 AMBombers have some real decisions to make. A much more competitive camp than last year.
1. Parker and Allen
2. Ayers and the other WILLs/MLBs
3. Sheahan and Evans
4. Vanterpool and Gabe Wallace
5. Trey Vaval and Dillon Mitchell to return?
6. Cooley
7. Reggie White Jr and Sterns and Wheatfall
There's a lot of battles.
Good list. I'd add Bridges into item 1 with a possible domino affect of Parker sliding back to CB. It may be necessary to PR Allen which would be unfortunate.
Add item 8: Who do we choose as our DI's beyond returner and Castillo. Lots of good choices but only 2 spots.
Anyone have an opinion on our import DL besides Woods and Adams? As a group there seems to be some talent. However with Jeffcoat and Vaughters as locks, who did enough to possibly make the AR?
Woodbey also seemed to play well at LB. That doesn't make the decision on the 4 LB's already in competition to make the final roster and easier. He might be sent to the PR?
Brini at SAM played well. IMO he'll be behind Griffin but I'm also surprised how little Griffin has played in pre season. Makonzo injury changed the dynamics regarding the back up at SAM.
What will be the surprises in the final roster choices?
Ultimately I think our PR list is going to have some talent.
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 01:08:15 PMO'Shea said afterward, "Artopoeus got landed on kind of funny and we'll see how he is but I'm sure he's OK."
Sounds like he'll be fine and can keep battling for a spot. If they keep everyone through week 1 while Zach is suspended.
O'Shea also mentioned post game they limited Wilson's play selection in order to get as many reps. as possible for competing receivers. That would explain why he was not going downtown in a hurry trying to score TD's, he's in no danger of losing his job. Noticed that nearly every receivers was given an audition running the sweep play whether it was the right call or not for the situation, so fair to say it's going to be an important part of the mix and they were trying to find the best candidate.
The Bombers have some tough decisions to make.
Quote from: Pigskin on May 31, 2025, 04:33:56 PMThe Bombers have some tough decisions to make.
Yes many painful ones, they're going to have to cut some excellent players on both sides of the ball and maybe a few vets to continue moving forward in the direction they have to go to remain competitive with other teams. Get younger, get cheaper, get better. There could be a number of surprises.
It's always tough trying to look at pre season and figure out the direction of the roster. Lots of rookies looked good but that's not unusual in exhibition games.
On the surface it might look like some veterans are on the bubble based on lack of play. From a sheer ratio point of view, there isn't room for everybody.
Are K. Wilson, T. Jones on the bubble at LB? Are Griffin and Parker possible tough decisions in the secondary?
Kody Case, Myron Mitchell, Jamal Woods, F. Weitz, Gassama, T. Schmekel and even Chris-Ike didn't exactly cement their hold on any sort of roster spot IMO.
Will any team be making a last minute trade as rosters are trimmed? I jokingly suggest the TiCats might be interested in some of our players we can't keep.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 31, 2025, 04:17:19 PMO'Shea also mentioned post game they limited Wilson's play selection in order to get as many reps. as possible for competing receivers. That would explain why he was not going downtown in a hurry trying to score TD's, he's in no danger of losing his job. Noticed that nearly every receivers was given an audition running the sweep play whether it was the right call or not for the situation, so fair to say it's going to be an important part of the mix and they were trying to find the best candidate.
Interesting insight! Thanks for sharing. They also schemed it that way for pretty much the whole first pre-season game for the most part.
I would have liked to see them give Wilson a more legitimate game plan then, but I guess they know what they're doing at quarerback anyway.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 05:33:12 PMIt's always tough trying to look at pre season and figure out the direction of the roster. Lots of rookies looked good but that's not unusual in exhibition games.
On the surface it might look like some veterans are on the bubble based on lack of play. From a sheer ratio point of view, there isn't room for everybody.
Are K. Wilson, T. Jones on the bubble at LB? Are Griffin and Parker possible tough decisions in the secondary?
Kody Case, Myron Mitchell, Jamal Woods, F. Weitz, Gassama, T. Schmekel and even Chris-Ike didn't exactly cement their hold on any sort of roster spot IMO.
Will any team be making a last minute trade as rosters are trimmed? I jokingly suggest the TiCats might be interested in some of our players we can't keep.
Should be lots of heated debate in the Bomber office this weekend, Kyrie, Lofton, Parker, Woods, Ayers could all potentially become casualties based on the performance and potential of others, not because they under-performed. In the end it's a numbers game.
Hoping they find a spot for Davis on the PR, that guy looks massively strong, I think he beats out Kornelson as Natl. DT.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 31, 2025, 06:03:34 PMShould be lots of heated debate in the Bomber office this weekend, Kyrie, Lofton, Parker, Woods, Ayers could all potentially become casualties based on the performance and potential of others, not because they under-performed. In the end it's a numbers game.
Hoping they find a spot for Davis on the PR, that guy looks massively strong, I think he beats out Kornelson as Natl. DT.
Agree but they have until 10:59 pm today to announce their cuts and moves. 9 hours is all they have left or so.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 31, 2025, 05:33:12 PMIt's always tough trying to look at pre season and figure out the direction of the roster. Lots of rookies looked good but that's not unusual in exhibition games.
On the surface it might look like some veterans are on the bubble based on lack of play. From a sheer ratio point of view, there isn't room for everybody.
Are K. Wilson, T. Jones on the bubble at LB? Are Griffin and Parker possible tough decisions in the secondary?
Kody Case, Myron Mitchell, Jamal Woods, F. Weitz, Gassama, T. Schmekel and even Chris-Ike didn't exactly cement their hold on any sort of roster spot IMO.
Will any team be making a last minute trade as rosters are trimmed? I jokingly suggest the TiCats might be interested in some of our players we can't keep.
Case and Schmekel on the fence to be sure
I would keep Woods, Wilson and T. Jones if possible
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 31, 2025, 06:03:34 PMShould be lots of heated debate in the Bomber office this weekend, Kyrie, Lofton, Parker, Woods, Ayers could all potentially become casualties based on the performance and potential of others, not because they under-performed. In the end it's a numbers game.
Hoping they find a spot for Davis on the PR, that guy looks massively strong, I think he beats out Kornelson as Natl. DT.
I would keep Parker, Ayers and likley Lofton
Agree Davis sky is the limit there it appears
I am a keep the band together guy but so many new faces playing well
I great position to be in
You hope we keep the future gems on the PR
Don't lose to many to other teams and you have the option for call backs when injuries happen
That all said some of our studs that we cut should land quickly with other clubs which is good for them and the league
I can't remember a camp where we had this many tough decisions
We always find gems but most positions have increase depth, talent and battles and this new group is hungry and many ate!
Some incredible insight everyone and a very good GDT!
Yeah it's a numbers game. Posters always think those we cut will be snapped up by other teams but that's a rare occurrence. Other teams have similar issues and want to retain many that went through their own TC's.
IDK. Just waiting for announcements to see what lands where.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 31, 2025, 06:06:55 PMAgree but they have until 10:59 pm today to announce their cuts and moves. 9 hours is all they have left or so.
I predict we won't hear a number of teams cuts till tomorrow, they've missed that deadline in the past.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 31, 2025, 07:43:53 PMI predict we won't hear a number of teams cuts till tomorrow, they've missed that deadline in the past.
They haven't missed the deadline. They choose not to share it with media until they've informed each of the players.
Who's Davis?
Quote from: Jesse on May 31, 2025, 11:31:17 PMRandom receiver
Incorrect we were talking about DT #92
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 31, 2025, 04:40:07 PMYes many painful ones, they're going to have to cut some excellent players on both sides of the ball and maybe a few vets to continue moving forward in the direction they have to go to remain competitive with other teams. Get younger, get cheaper, get better. There could be a number of surprises.
****! That's exciting! Could be a very fun year!
I know it's early and the sample size is somewhat skewed but does anyone have any comments or insights regarding our new offensive coordinator?
I'm not sure if it's a function of talent, play-calling, and/or maybe a blend of both but I'm hopeful Hogan is going to be fine.
Quote from: J5V on June 01, 2025, 12:26:18 AMI know it's early and the sample size is somewhat skewed but does anyone have any comments or insights regarding our new offensive coordinator?
I'm not sure if it's a function of talent, play-calling, and/or maybe a blend of both but I'm hopeful Hogan is going to be fine.
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