This is a "take no prisoners" game. It would be easy to let up for a game against the Elks after beating the Lions two in a row. As ZC08 stated, there is much to improve on despite the winning the first two games of the season so it will me pedal to the metal in front of another big Winnipeg crowd at PA Stadium.
As of June 24th, the following players show up on the injury list, with some likely ready to play on
Thursday...
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Ed Tait's 48-Hour Primer is here...
https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/06/24/48-hour-primer-game-3-vs-edm/
"...OLIVEIRA OUT/DEMSKI QUESTIONABLE: Short week for the Blue Bombers with Saturday's win followed by Thursday's home date with the Edmonton Elks at Princess Auto Stadium.
Tuesday's injury report confirms running back Brady Oliveira will miss a second straight game while all-star slotback Nic Demski is listed as questionable after suffering an ankle injury in Saturday's game...."
Depth Chart will be available tomorrow (Wednesday). Let's Go Bombers!
Weather looks great, crowd will be rocking and near a sellout. I got my premium parking lined up. Bomber per life event with comish, free nachos and beer. Life will be good.
Wow! Who's next?
Nice post from Farhan ... Bomber Dynasty (https://x.com/i/status/1934336161172074537)
Yikes, Demski didn't look too bad (found the shots and slowmos and studied), should be minor and my guess is we GTD him and he probably plays, otherwise he'll be out an extra week.
If Demski out then it's dominos on the roster again. Is that why we see D.Mitchell's name on that sheet this time? No Demski AND no Brady is not great for our roster. Maybe starting another NAT on the DL to compensate? Yikes.
Probably gonna roll with just 1 backup OL again (Eli).
Need the injury bug to hit IMPs, not starting NATs! Argh!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 25, 2025, 08:08:04 AMYikes, Demski didn't look too bad (found the shots and slowmos and studied), should be minor and my guess is we GTD him and he probably plays, otherwise he'll be out an extra week.
If Demski out then it's dominos on the roster again. Is that why we see D.Mitchell's name on that sheet this time? No Demski AND no Brady is not great for our roster. Maybe starting another NAT on the DL to compensate? Yikes.
Probably gonna roll with just 1 backup OL again (Eli).
Need the injury bug to hit IMPs, not starting NATs! Argh!
Getting Mitchell on the roster would be difficult but not impossible. I don't want to change the DL due to a mobile QB. It could mean bumping depth at RB for better strength at receiver. It would also be a ratio change in starters that would have to be taken into account. In that sense there are not many options.
It's just a guess but I think Demski plays and perhaps Cobb is added as depth.
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depth charts are out - as I expected no changes - Demski is GTD
Quote from: The Zipp on June 25, 2025, 03:27:47 PMdepth charts are out - as I expected no changes - Demski is GTD
Where? If there are no changes I guess it's moot but that's what we expected. I should note that some suggested that Mitchell could be added if Demski can't play.
In theory that CAN'T happen since Mitchell is on the 1 game IR. You can't add a player from the IR on game day. A change would mean it would have to come from the PR meaning Cobb or Case or even both as choices.
Derek Taylor posted them on twitter.
https://x.com/dtonob/status/1937889484848161038?s=46&t=8CnDJGqaCBCZBxQBGwVX4Q
I think if the team expected more chance that Demski wouldn't play than he would, then we'd have seen roster movement early this week, at least as far as moving Mitchell off IR.
Note that I said more chance he wouldn't play, but I think he'll play. Obviously that may go down differently in warm ups, but choices are limited.
As far as other possible changes, I think in each case, players that have been here longer win out in the short term. We'll get to see Cooley for at least this week.
We never want to see any new injuries but I mentioned last week we certainly don't want to see an injury at OT or DE. Those could be ugly in game situations.
At some point we have to reduce the number of players on the 1 game IR that are healthy, IMO.
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Quote from: Blue In BC on June 25, 2025, 03:37:57 PMI think if the team expected more chance that Demski wouldn't play than he would, then we'd have seen roster movement early this week, at least as far as moving Mitchell off IR.
Note that I said more chance he wouldn't play, but I think he'll play. Obviously that may go down differently in warm ups, but choices are limited.
As far as other possible changes, I think in each case, players that have been here longer win out in the short term. We'll get to see Cooley for at least this week.
We never want to see any new injuries but I mentioned last week we certainly don't want to see an injury at OT or DE. Those could be ugly in game situations.
At some point we have to reduce the number of players on the 1 game IR that are healthy, IMO.
Given the choice I'd side with caution and would always rest players that are questionable, Demski is a valuable asset, let him heal properly. This game is not mega important and there are reasonable backup options available, let them play and earn a game cheque while Demski gets a game off with pay.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 25, 2025, 04:18:33 PMGiven the choice I'd side with caution and would always rest players that are questionable, Demski is a valuable asset, let him heal properly. This game is not mega important and there are reasonable backup options available, let them play and earn a game cheque while Demski gets a game off with pay.
It's not the worst suggestion but it's not always the reality in the CFL. We were playing Neufeld and he was nicked going into the 1st game. Roster size, ratio and options available.
I might be more comfortable with Cobb as the alternative since he's at least played in the CFL while Corcoran is a rookie. The other factor is that we already have 2 new starters are receiver in the mix.
The trainers have to decide whether there is further risk and whether he can perform at a high level. He could be used in more decoy aspects but then the depth is diluted if he's not taken off the roster.
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Nic Demski game-time decision for Winnipeg Blue Bombers against Elks
By 3Down Staff -June 25, 2025
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers have listed Canadian receiver Nic Demski as a game-time decision when they host the Edmonton Elks on Thursday night.
The 31-year-old native of Winnipeg, Man. has caught five passes for 54 yards and two touchdowns through two games this season, both of which resulted in wins over the B.C. Lions. He did not practice this week due to an ankle injury.
The four-time All-West Division selection has surpassed the 1,000-yard mark in both of the last two seasons. Over 138 career regular-season games, Demski has caught 432 passes for 5,338 yards, rushed for 828 yards, and scored 42 touchdowns.
The Blue Bombers haven't made any changes to their depth chart from last week's win in Vancouver, which saw Zach Collaros throw for 179 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions in his season debut.
Brady Oliveira, who will remain out this week, will be replaced again by rookies Matthew Peterson and Quinton Cooley, who combined for 18 carries for 85 yards last week.
Through two games, Winnipeg ranks third in points per game, sixth in net offence per game, first in points allowed per game, and sixth in net offence allowed per game.
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers (2-0) will host the Edmonton Elks (0-2) at Princess Auto Stadium on Thursday, June 26 with kickoff slated for 8:30 p.m. EDT. A victory would give the Blue Bombers their first 3-0 start since 2022.
https://3downnation.com/2025/06/25/nic-demski-game-time-decision-for-winnipeg-blue-bombers-against-elks/
Derek Taylor
@DTonOBMy guess would be that REC
Gavin Cobb comes on if
Demski can't go.
American rookie Mark Evans II to start for Edmonton Elks following OL injury shuffle
By 3Down Staff -June 25, 2025
The Edmonton Elks will field a new combination up front for their matchup with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers on Thursday.
After centre David Beard was placed on the six-game injured list earlier this week with a calf injury, veteran Canadian Mark Korte will shift over to occupy the role he's held in Edmonton for the past several seasons. That leaves a hole at left guard that will be filled by rookie American Mark Evans II.
The 26-year-old product of Arkansas-Pine Bluff is making his second start of the season after stepping in at right tackle for Brett Boyko in the opener. Canadian rookie Jaxon Morkin will also dress as the seventh offensive lineman to preserve the ratio.
Defensively, the Elks are undergoing a similar shuffle in the secondary. Following the release of offseason signee Emmanuel Rugamba, Kordell Jackson will move to boundary halfback after making consecutive starts at strong-side linebacker. Rookie Chelen Garnes will slide into that spot after making three defensive tackles in a backup role last week, while Kenneth Logan Jr. comes off the practice roster to provide insurance.
The Edmonton Elks (0-2) will visit the Winnipeg Blue Bombers (2-0) at Princess Auto Stadium on Thursday, June 26 with kickoff slated for 8:30 p.m. EDT. The current weather forecast calls for mainly sunny conditions with a temperature of 25 degrees and a 10 percent chance of showers.
The game will be broadcast on TSN and RDS in Canada, CBS Sports Network in the United States, and can be streamed on CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 880 CHED in Edmonton or 680 CJOB in Winnipeg.
https://3downnation.com/2025/06/25/american-rookie-mark-evans-ii-to-start-for-edmonton-elks-following-ol-injury-shuffle/
Game 3: Elks (0-2) at Blue Bombers (2-0)
Kickoff: Thursday, June 26th, 7:30 p.m. CDT; Princess Auto Stadium, Winnipeg
TV/Streaming: TSN, RDS, CBS SportsNetwork; CFL+
Radio: 680 CJOB (pre-game begins at 5:30 p.m. CDT); Play-by-play: Derek Taylor/analyst: Doug Brown; Sirius XM (ch. 167)
THE LINEUP: The Blue Bombers depth chart does not feature any changes for this week, although receiver Nic Demski does have a 'GTD' — game-time decision — designation. Demski was nicked in Saturday's win over B.C., a game in which he extended his consecutive games streak with at least one reception to 73 and did not practice on Tuesday according to the daily injury report. If Demski can't go, the Blue Bombers could start 2025 draft pick Joey Corcoran or activate veteran Gavin Cobb.
It also means running back Brady Oliveira — the CFL's Most Outstanding Player and Canadian a year ago — will not be suiting up for a second straight game. He remains on the one-game injured list along with KR/RB Peyton Logan, LS Mike Benson, LB Jonathan Jones, WR Dillon Mitchell, DT Tanner Schmekel and OL Micah Vanterpool.
DT Jamal Woods, DBs Jake Kelly and Enock Makonzo and OL Eric Lofton are all on the six-game injured list.
https://www.bluebombers.com/2025/06/25/game-preview-3-edm-at-wpg/
Edmonton starting 10 Canadians tomorrow.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on June 25, 2025, 07:11:51 PMEdmonton starting 10 Canadians tomorrow.
Love to see Canadians getting their opportunities!
Quote from: J5V on June 25, 2025, 07:20:40 PMLove to see Canadians getting their opportunities!
Me too, some don't like it but it's the heart of this league imo. One of the Elks priorities was Cdn talent and it will serve them well in the future.
Weitz plays again, clearly the Bomber brass like what they see. I bet he is doing well on ST. Interesting to see if he gets reps on D this week.
Looks to be a perfect weather night for ball tomorrow!
Quote from: gobombersgo on June 25, 2025, 05:51:16 PMMy guess would be that REC Gavin Cobb comes on if Demski can't go.
Ya, no poop DT... Junkie told us the rule and it allows subbing on one PR player for the 1 GTD if he doesn't play. And since Demski is a starting NAT, that means a NAT REC would have to come on. And I'm pretty sure the only one with a hope in heck of not drowning is Cobb.
But you know what, I've watched MOS's "GTD" results for a long time now, and they almost always play. It's more a "nya nya you won't know for realz until KO" ploy more than an indication of anything. I'd be shocked if Demski doesn't play.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 25, 2025, 04:18:33 PMThis game is not mega important and there are reasonable backup options available
But it is divisional. Every divisional game is important. +2 for us and effectively -2 for them come year end vs us.
Plus, I'm of the mind that you make sure you win against the weak teams, rather than
have to get the same +2 against the powerhouses. Ya, we've often done the opposite, doing things the hard way!
The only thing that would make it more "mega" is if it was one of the teams that might tie or beat us by week 21, because then the tie breaker would be more important.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 25, 2025, 03:32:30 PMIn theory that CAN'T happen since Mitchell is on the 1 game IR. You can't add a player from the IR on game day. A change would mean it would have to come from the PR meaning Cobb or Case or even both as choices.
Is he on IR? And you sure he can't get the nod if Demski is decided NO? I'm sure you're right, but... The reason I ask is it seems rather goofy he can practice all week (was shown as FULL in the injury report!), but then not suddenly dress before KO? Seems like a weird quirk of roster/GTD rules.
Quote from: GOLDMEMBER on June 26, 2025, 01:00:22 AMLooks to be a perfect weather night for ball tomorrow!
Get there early to receive a beach towel.
I'll be be there bright and early for the event with the Commish.
Quote from: gobombersgo on June 26, 2025, 06:09:47 AMGet there early to receive a beach towel.
Does anyone know how those will be distributed? I always enter through the middle tailgate, and anytime there's a giveaway there are missing from there. I often have to go to a "real" gate once inside the stadium proper and explain to the people there that I didn't get on already... sometimes to strange, incredulous looks.
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 26, 2025, 06:15:43 AMDoes anyone know how those will be distributed? I always enter through the middle tailgate, and anytime there's a giveaway there are missing from there. I often have to go to a "real" gate once inside the stadium proper and explain to the people there that I didn't get on already... sometimes to strange, incredulous looks.
from the Bombers X account:
They will be given away at both the tailgate area and the main gates. Thanks!
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 26, 2025, 05:57:06 AMIs he on IR? And you sure he can't get the nod if Demski is decided NO? I'm sure you're right, but... The reason I ask is it seems rather goofy he can practice all week (was shown as FULL in the injury report!), but then not suddenly dress before KO? Seems like a weird quirk of roster/GTD rules.
Yes he's on the 1 game IR. He's also exceed the number of imports even if he came of the PR. Canadian out, needs a Canadian added in.
So it's pretty much Cobb as the choice.
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Gonna be a beautiful day! Go Blue!!
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Is the above chart from Facebook again? Well it still isn't on their web page where it's supposed to be! What is it with the Bombers being Facebook zombies? This is the third year this problem has persisted. >:(
Worse yet I can not find either an email address or a phone number for the Blue Bombers on their web page. Does anyone have either of these. I need to air my grievance with someone in Blue Bomber management.
???
Not liking that we aren't dressing a single backup WR/SB. Could come back to bite us in the behind....
Quote from: Foxhound on June 26, 2025, 02:59:56 PMIs the above chart from Facebook again? Well it still isn't on their web page where it's supposed to be! What is it with the Bombers being Facebook zombies? This is the third year this problem has persisted. >:(
Worse yet I can not find either an email address or a phone number for the Blue Bombers on their web page. Does anyone have either of these. I need to air my grievance with someone in Blue Bomber management.
???
They're like Revenue Canada and Santa Claus, you have to mail them a letter! LOL
Quote from: Foxhound on June 26, 2025, 02:59:56 PMIs the above chart from Facebook again? Well it still isn't on their web page where it's supposed to be! What is it with the Bombers being Facebook zombies? This is the third year this problem has persisted. >:(
Worse yet I can not find either an email address or a phone number for the Blue Bombers on their web page. Does anyone have either of these. I need to air my grievance with someone in Blue Bomber management.
???
The contact number and email address is on the Blue Bomber web site (Contact link) as it is with most businesses. See below...
https://www.bluebombers.com/contact-the-blue-bombers/
Quote from: VictorRomano on June 26, 2025, 03:44:43 PMNot liking that we aren't dressing a single backup WR/SB. Could come back to bite us in the behind....
Corcoran is a backup, but if no Demski then I think Cobb is next man up.
Quote from: ModAdmin on June 26, 2025, 04:18:09 PMThe contact number and email address is on the Blue Bomber web site (Contact link) as it is with most businesses. See below...
https://www.bluebombers.com/contact-the-blue-bombers/
Thank you! I just sent the Blue Bombers this email:
Gentlemen:
It's 1:00 PM on game day against the Elks. Your Depth Chart for the game STILL isn't on your website. I've noticed that this has been an ongoing problem the last two+ years. Someone in your organization is opting to put the Depth Charts on Facebook of all places(!!!) instead of on your official website.
Forget about Facebook. All CFL/Blue Bomber fans aren't Facebook junkies. Please ensure that your Depth Charts appear on your website where they belong on a timely basis.
Foxhound
Quote from: kkc60 on June 26, 2025, 04:56:28 PMCorcoran is a backup, but if no Demski then I think Cobb is next man up.
Don't see Cobb's name on the transactions list yet, but I think they can make that move right before game time if Demski can't play.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 26, 2025, 05:12:31 PMDon't see Cobb's name on the transactions list yet, but I think they can make that move right before game time if Demski can't play.
Correct.
I predict an early lead that we don't surrender and a win by 10 - 14 points. Demski plays and scores 1 TD. Elks start cutting players after the game. :)
I'd like the game to be secured early enough to give more reps to Cooley plus other rookies like Vaval and Smith. Might even want to see Streveler see more reps if game permits.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 26, 2025, 05:49:41 PMCorrect.
I predict an early lead that we don't surrender and a win by 10 - 14 points. Demski plays and scores 1 TD. Elks start cutting players after the game. :)
I'd like the game to be secured early enough to give more reps to Cooley plus other rookies like Vaval and Smith. Might even want to see Streveler see more reps if game permits.
Demski has a streak to continue, so I expect he will start, but maybe Corcoran takes over later in the game.
"Demski, FYI, enters tonight with the CFL's longest active streak of games with at least one reception, now at 73 and counting. The CFL record in that department is an astonishing 216 consecutive games with a reception, set by Saskatchewan's Don Narcisse over a stretch from 1987-99."
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 26, 2025, 06:33:00 PMDemski has a streak to continue, so I expect he will start, but maybe Corcoran takes over later in the game.
"Demski, FYI, enters tonight with the CFL's longest active streak of games with at least one reception, now at 73 and counting. The CFL record in that department is an astonishing 216 consecutive games with a reception, set by Saskatchewan's Don Narcisse over a stretch from 1987-99."
The streak doesn't end if he can't play.
Quote from: gobombersgo on June 26, 2025, 06:40:53 PMThe streak doesn't end if he can't play.
Really? I guess that makes sense as he usually misses a few games every season.
There are less than 300 tickets left for tonights game. It should be another sellout.
Quote from: gobombersgo on June 26, 2025, 06:40:53 PMThe streak doesn't end if he can't play.
It should, imo.
We are officially at seven straight sellouts.
Lucky 13 for the Bombers tonight.
Looks like Demski is playing, he's out on the field for warm-ups.
first offensive series observation
zach looks jumpy
holes weren't there for MP
2nd and 13 play was meh
not a good punt
Collaros with the wobbly throws so far. First down production on the ground not there on the first series. Looks like the Elks are going to try to stop us on the ground and force us to throw. Hmmm
good play calling by the elks on that drive
bombers need to tighten up - looked like they are thinking the elks wouldn't challenge them.
Suitor is just thrilled for the Elks jumping out to the early lead. :-\
our short passing game is not very good, dunno if its Zac or the blockers but its bad
Nice drive for the Bomber TD. Demski, who called Demski?
second drive observations
edmonton is committed to stopping the run
our first down plays were suspect
legit rtp call
second down zach is A+
schoen is so good on 2nd down
demski was playing all along this week
sergio - not happy with that miss
if your gonna have a import kicker he cant miss converts
Geez. Is Castillo going to have one of *those* nights? 7-6 Elks.
paging a run defence ...please report tO PAS
there was a game at the beginning of jones career in edmonton, they came to town, were underdogs and won handily.
elks are determined tonight. good for them.
zach passing a few a bit wobbly but right on target, hes throwing timing passes, its working really well so far. if he keeps that up they wont be able to stop the bombers O then the running game will kick in, they are really playing up close to stiop it.
castillo.... didnt he miss an extra point last game?
bridges worries me, he's been beat a number of times, Jones needs to be stronger too on the run
Peterson can't be every down, defence falling for everything. Let's clean it up
Quote from: The Zipp on June 27, 2025, 01:09:03 AMpaging a run defence ...please report tO PAS
LOL! No kidding. We don't seem to have an answer to the Elk running game. Is this the result of the short week?
d not looking dominant
great to see that packed stadium
what a pass! Wheatfall is this years Wilson!
What a great throw by Zac and an even more dynamic catch by Wheatfall. Wow! 13-10 Bombers.
third drive observations
cooley isn't fooling anyone with that weak juke move - these are pros
zach with a dime - thing of beauty to kenny who? wheatfall #1 receiver
zach... never in doubt
my man chris ike
you folks were saying about defence?
1st quarter D what was that!!???
how did he make that catch?
R U Kidding me Demski!!!???
fourth drive observation
sure stop the run - go ahead
zach is balling - great catch by GTD Demski
Demski's on fire! Woooo!
Tony Jones is soooo fast
they finally got him!!
Here goes Suitor with "the spy". What a tool!
shucks. gonna happen if you are agressive on fielding punts. he got lit up
vaval just negated that play
Quote from: The Zipp on June 27, 2025, 01:30:30 AMshucks. gonna happen if you are agressive on fielding punts. he got lit up
Sure did. He'll learn.
fumble!!!......one good turn deserves another!!
Kramdi! Wow! Boy this CFL football sure isn't exciting like the NFL, is it Luke? LOL!
Wheatfall has a sweet set of hands, man. Is he ever smooth!
What a great route run by Shoen.
Bomber O firing on all cylinders.
Does anyone notice Zack is having fun? lol
5th drive observations
MP doesn't go down easy
sergio is ok again
Peterson was never down there. Why did the official blow the whistle? Of course no comment about it by Glen or Dustin.
Quote from: J5V on June 27, 2025, 01:35:45 AMKramdi! Wow! Boy this CFL football sure isn't exciting like the NFL, is it Luke? LOL!
;D
lol no kidding. wouldnt happen in five NFL seasons.
peterson no he was clearly not down. suitor doesnt have time for little details like that
Quote from: markf on June 27, 2025, 01:58:02 AMpeterson no he was clearly not down.
Could that not have been challenged or wouldn't it have made a difference?
Quote from: markf on June 27, 2025, 01:58:02 AMsuitor doesnt have time for little details like that
Nether did Dustin. What are they watching? They both suck.
All anyone wants to talk about is Tre Ford. Whatever.
why
why why didn't we take the ball to start the half
blown coverage to the max - brutal start
Quote from: The Zipp on June 27, 2025, 02:07:17 AMwhy
why why didn't we take the ball to start the half
That's a good question. Elks with the quick strike. 3 point game.
first 2nd half offensive series observations
cooley - no holes
2nd down - lame play
bonus special teams - too good of a return for edmonton
head lock on willie on that long pass lol
2nd series -
penalty
should have maybe taken the penalty
terrible play call to demski
mediocre punt
going stagnant in the third
All the momentum with the Elks.
What a terrible PI call. Grant fell down on his own!
Quote from: J5V on June 27, 2025, 02:24:06 AMWhat a terrible PI call. Grant fell down on his own!
at the stadium looked like their feet clipped - MOS had his hand on the flag
Is part of Tre Ford's "development" learning to whine at the officials every time he gets sacked or tackled?
a i said our short passing game sucks
hogans zeros in the 3rd quarter
zero first downs
two games in a row we have struggled in the third
suitor hoping against hope that the interception will be overturned
i feel like im at the other forum with all the negativity here
Elks came to play tonight and were well-prepared.
well
Quote from: markf on June 27, 2025, 02:34:44 AMsuitor hoping against hope that the interception will be overturned
i feel like im at the other forum with all the negativity here
[/quoteQuote from: markf on June 27, 2025, 02:34:44 AMsuitor hoping against hope that the interception will be overturned
i feel like im at the other forum with all the negativity here
well we have blown a lead
have 19 yard rushing in the game
dropped a int
no first downs in a quarter
it's not over ..,but this isn't good
its not negativity to make an observation.when at the same time when we make a play you acknowledge that as well
I think it's pretty clear that the Elks have upgraded their team and may be more competitive this year.
Vaval alllllmost broke that one.
Nice catch by clercius
got some points
i liked throwing on first down there
the pass to demski wasn't there
zach has to stop throwing into triple coverage
I'm going to go out on a limb and say the Elks will win some games this year. :-)
Vaval is certainly fearless.
How is taking the feet out from a receiver who's left the ground/ jumping to catch a pass and spinning him (also called helicopter hit) not a dangerous hit on a defenseless receiver?? You're propelling a guy such that his head hits the ground, that's a nasty and unnecessary hit just tackle the guy you don't have to flip him by taking his feet out, it's such a cowardly play
Offence seems to have woken up
quality td drive
good mix of run and pass
they sure didnt expect that!
Nice scramble by Collaros for Td, didn't look too old to me there!!!
What a remarkable drive engineered by Zach Collaros who fearlessly runs the ball into the end zone for the major. 33-23 Bombers.
zach deked out elks number 45 LLLOL
ford thrown int coming up.
I actually pefer Wilson on short yardage, Streveler doesn't have that initial quickness any more
Quote from: dd on June 27, 2025, 03:01:20 AMNice scramble by Collaros for Td, didn't look too old to me there!!!
Zach is having a blast out there! Woooo!
Bridges scares me.
Canada day weekend .....giant Jim Beam ad is funny....
elbows up!
walby going to like that last drive.
Cadwallader should have been penalised for that tackle out of bounds on Leake. MOS will be talking to him about that.
Quote from: Pete on June 27, 2025, 03:04:15 AMI actually pefer Wilson on short yardage, Streveler doesn't have that initial quickness any more
Agree!!
A bit of a nail biter but good game overall. No apparent injuries for the 2nd week in a row.
Demski had a great game and is racking up the TD's.
Collaros looked pretty good tonight. A few close calls and a slow 3rd Q, but he came through when he needed to.
Peterson, Cooley and Chris-Ike all used in the passing game. Not very productive but a new element which will improve.
Run game not great tonight until the 4th Q. Peterson is going to be a very good RB going forward. It's not just whether he accumulates yardage but you can see he has talent. Cooley was less productive but he had less reps and it was when the Elks were keying on taking away our run game.
Bonds is becoming better with each passing game ( no pun intended ). However, needs some work on the jugs machine. Two games in a row those near pics could have been game changers.
Holm is outstanding. He's very fast but he has very high football IQ.
Our front 7 made more of the DT's this week for the most part. Game planning or gelling playing together? Not sure but overall a good outing.
The missed single by Castillo made me nervous in the 4th when the game was tied. It ended up not hurting us, but it did make me nervous.
I may re-watch the game tomorrow if my heart restarts. YIKES!!! 3 - 0.
Quote from: J5V on June 27, 2025, 02:24:06 AMWhat a terrible PI call. Grant fell down on his own!
Quote from: The Zipp on June 27, 2025, 02:27:04 AMat the stadium looked like their feet clipped - MOS had his hand on the flag
Both of you are correct.
From the CFL Rule Book
(v) Tripping an opponent from behind shall be considered accidental pass interference.
** Julien-Grant was behind
(iv) Inadvertent tripping by a player with equal position shall not be ruled as interference.
** Holm had equal or better position than Julien-Grant
Always nice to have a sellout which inspires the team. I don't think they caused any procedures by the Elks but it's still probably worth a FG in motivation. Kudos to all the fans.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on June 27, 2025, 03:38:51 AMBoth of you are correct.
From the CFL Rule Book
(v) Tripping an opponent from behind shall be considered accidental pass interference.
** Julien-Grant was behind
(iv) Inadvertent tripping by a player with equal position shall not be ruled as interference.
** Holm had equal or better position than Julien-Grant
Yeah it looked like Grant ran into Holm and if anything should have been an offensive PI. Regardless not every call will go our way.
Quote from: The Zipp on June 27, 2025, 02:07:17 AMwhy
why why didn't we take the ball to start the half
That is a excellent question. EE grabbed with the momentum and owned us in the 3rd. quarter.
Wheatfall was feeling that hit. You could tell he is hurting sitting on the bench.
Quote from: Pigskin on June 27, 2025, 03:46:52 AMWheatfall was feeling that hit. You could tell he is hurting sitting on the bench.
Yeah, I was expecting a penalty for rough play hitting a defenceless receiver. No doubt that hurt but I don't think he sustained any injury. Might get an extra day before starting to practice.
ZC8 25/30 334 yards, 3 TDs. Zach was feeling it. And, that's with pretty much zero O in the 3rd. quarter.
TJ33 6 DTs, 1 sack.
DS83 6/6 75 yards. I think Dalton is back.
ND10 5/7 93 yards. 2 TDs.
OL had a very good game. SB66 getting run over, showing a little age on that one???
DBs had a couple of bad breakdowns again, and missed a couple of tackles.
Dating back to October 2023, Collaros and Ford have gone head to head 3 times.
Collaros rush yards 45, Ford rush yards 29
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 27, 2025, 03:41:11 AMAlways nice to have a sellout which inspires the team. I don't think they caused any procedures by the Elks but it's still probably worth a FG in motivation. Kudos to all the fans.
It's easy to sell out the stadium when everyone has a great time and wants to come back for more, more, more.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on June 27, 2025, 04:08:33 AMDating back to October 2023, Collaros and Ford have gone head to head 3 times.
Collaros rush yards 45, Ford rush yards 29
Haha that's wild.
Quote from: gobombersgo on June 26, 2025, 07:28:39 AMThey will be given away at both the tailgate area and the main gates.
Well, I can now officially say they are wrong... or sort of wrong. I think I've showed up for 3 SWAG giveaway games since I became a STH. For every single one there is no one giving away the SWAG at the center tailgate entrance. Including the towels tonight. And I showed up 1.5 hours before KO.
However, they seemed to be giving away the towels at the other 2 (side) tailgate entrances, because I saw tons of people coming from the kids area entrance who had towels.
Luckily I was able to get some from the kind people inside of gate 3. My kids really liked them, and were able to use as blankets near game end.
Moral of the story: if you want the SWAG, don't go in the center tailgate entrance!
Quote from: J5V on June 27, 2025, 01:43:21 AMPeterson was never down there. Why did the official blow the whistle? Of course no comment about it by Glen or Dustin.
Because he was embarrassed by not whistling the last one dead and didn't want his scorecard for the night to look any worse.
Quote from: J5V on June 27, 2025, 02:04:31 AMCould that not have been challenged or wouldn't it have made a difference?
You probably could challenge, but you'd gain nothing because they'd rule the play blown dead where they did and that's that. They will admit he wasn't down but give you zero extra yards.
Didn't we do precisely that with Demski last season?
It has to be this way because you can't tell if the D let up once they heard the whistle. Let's say the RB gets a TD after the whistle, should that count when no D is chasing him? No.
The key is to let them play if unsure, and correct it later, because command can "blow a play dead earlier", but you can never "take back a whistle".
Quote from: The Zipp on June 27, 2025, 02:07:17 AMwhy why didn't we take the ball to start the half
The wind was pretty stout for most of the game (I'm in 200-level high up where all the kicks go). It was dying down a fair bit by the end, but maybe MOS didn't know that?
We won the toss and deferred and chose to take the wind in the 2nd Q. Then we did the same in the 2nd H.
This is totally on-point with MOS. He always does this.
We definitely did better with the wind in both halves, so shouldn't we say he was right?
Quote from: TecnoGenius on June 27, 2025, 06:44:25 AMWell, I can now officially say they are wrong... or sort of wrong. I think I've showed up for 3 SWAG giveaway games since I became a STH. For every single one there is no one giving away the SWAG at the center tailgate entrance. Including the towels tonight. And I showed up 1.5 hours before KO.
However, they seemed to be giving away the towels at the other 2 (side) tailgate entrances, because I saw tons of people coming from the kids area entrance who had towels.
Luckily I was able to get some from the kind people inside of gate 3. My kids really liked them, and were able to use as blankets near game end.
Moral of the story: if you want the SWAG, don't go in the center tailgate entrance!
They weren't handing out the towels at any of the tailgate entrances. They were stationed across from where CJOB broadcasts their pre-game show. They did the same thing last year.
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 27, 2025, 03:49:37 AMYeah, I was expecting a penalty for rough play hitting a defenceless receiver. No doubt that hurt but I don't think he sustained any injury. Might get an extra day before starting to practice.
He left the game early and went to the locker room. He was injured to some degree.
Quote from: Pigskin on June 27, 2025, 03:46:52 AMWheatfall was feeling that hit. You could tell he is hurting sitting on the bench.
I thought his head bounced on the turf.... Ie concussion. Just a guess of course,
Quote from: Stats Junkie on June 27, 2025, 04:08:33 AMDating back to October 2023, Collaros and Ford have gone head to head 3 times.
Collaros rush yards 45, Ford rush yards 29
if you include yards across the field behind the line, and yards running towards your own endzone?
Ford has Zach there.
Defence did a good job of containing him.
Elks linebacker 45 is not going to enjoy watching himself get deked by swivel hips Zach as #8 ran it in for a td.
Play of the year so far. Made me laugh.
Elks defence was really good actually. Definitely their job 1 was stopping the bombers run game.
Till the Last Bomber drive which was like the days of Willard Reaves.... Could not be stopped.
The crowd, the packed stadium .... So great to see.
That was a very entertaining game.
Quote from: markf on June 27, 2025, 12:50:14 PMI thought his head bounced on the turf.... Ie concussion. Just a guess of course,
He was back on field with about 6 minutes left in the 4th Q. Hopefully nothing more than having his bell rung. he's becoming a force on offence and never want a player to be injured.
Hmmm. Bombers are 3rd highest scoring team after 3 games. 8 behind Montreal but only 1 behind the Riders ( so virtual tie for 2nd ). On defence have given up the 2nd least points 57 which is only 1 point behind the Als at 56.
Impressive
Quote from: Blue In BC on June 27, 2025, 02:21:44 PMHmmm. Bombers are 3rd highest scoring team after 3 games. 8 behind Montreal but only 1 behind the Riders ( so virtual tie for 2nd ). On defence have given up the 2nd least points 57 which is only 1 point behind the Als at 56.
Impressive
Just a hunch but I don't think us fans are the only ones bothered by the Grey Cup loss last season.
Wilson with another whale of a game
Some suggested he was slowing down and worried and him getting injured. So far so good, always been a huge fan.
I see some were a little critical of our D on the thread. I thought overall we played pretty good with some mistakes along the way. Not as strong as our 1st two games but I see a lot to like here.
Wilson will forever be remembered as the guy who made the INT that won the Bombers the Grey Cup.
Quote from: dd on June 27, 2025, 02:47:07 AMBrinkman and ceresna are so much better than our interior D line especially Jake, he's embarrassing to watch, embarrassing
Jake is not embarrassing at all to watch. Has started for us for years, rotated and is a good depth Canadian DL at the end of a good career. I prefer to show respect for our players. I wouldn't suspect you would say that his face. I don't personally believe in name calling of any player in this league.
Brinkman I know less about but is very good. Jake Ceresna is one of the best in the biz with NFL experience, comparing him to Thomas is not fair imo.
Quote from: Blueforlife on June 27, 2025, 09:17:45 PMJake is not embarrassing at all to watch. Has started for us for years, rotated and is a good depth Canadian DL at the end of a good career. I prefer to show respect for our players. I wouldn't suspect you would say that his face. I don't personally believe in name calling of any player in this league.
Brinkman I know less about but is very good. Jake Ceresna is one of the best in the biz with NFL experience, comparing him to Thomas is not fair imo.
ceresna is one of the best...it would be like comparing to willie J and saying they are embarrassing. there are spots for all types of players and roles on a team. every team isn't stacked with all stars and HOF players - it's a mix and our team with thomas is 3-0...Ceresna's team 0-3. it is a long season though...
tyrell Ford - invisible all game. not mentioned once, not sure if he had any stats at all.
Quote from: Blueforlife on June 27, 2025, 09:17:45 PMJake is not embarrassing at all to watch. Has started for us for years, rotated and is a good depth Canadian DL at the end of a good career. I prefer to show respect for our players. I wouldn't suspect you would say that his face. I don't personally believe in name calling of any player in this league.
Brinkman I know less about but is very good. Jake Ceresna is one of the best in the biz with NFL experience, comparing him to Thomas is not fair imo.
Brinkman and Ceresna are impact interior lineman that at the top end of the spectrum, while jacob is at the bottom. Didn't call him any names, just saying watching him waddle around the field is embarassing, and it is. You watch Brinkman and Cersna bring pressure every play and push the line back, and thomas is trailing about 8 yds behind every play. just calling it the way it is.
Quote from: dd on June 28, 2025, 02:35:22 AMBrinkman and Ceresna are impact interior lineman that at the top end of the spectrum, while jacob is at the bottom. Didn't call him any names, just saying watching him waddle around the field is embarassing, and it is. You watch Brinkman and Cersna bring pressure every play and push the line back, and thomas is trailing about 8 yds behind every play. just calling it the way it is.
Yes those guys are studs
Disagree that Jake is trailing 8 yards on each play
He gets pressure on QB on occasion, pushes back the OL and sometimes get double teamed
Jake is not embarrassing, he is a decent veteran Canadain depth player who is steady and consistent
I don't agree with the language you are using to describe a valued member of this team and community
I believe that if you wouldn't use that language in person with the player than you shouldn't use it behind a keyboard
It's ok for us to have a different opinion on Jake, but there are ways and language to discuss him that are more respectful and appropriate imo Those two studs are not a fair comparison to Jake imo
There is a Thomas thread, we can debate him there
Quote from: dd on June 27, 2025, 02:53:34 AMHow is taking the feet out from a receiver who's left the ground/ jumping to catch a pass and spinning him (also called helicopter hit) not a dangerous hit on a defenseless receiver??
Ya, like Loffler did on Begelton yet they flagged that. There's been a ton of helicopter hits this season so far, and not one flag.
The offseason new rule this year was you can't hit REC lower legs during the reception... BUT only when the REC hasn't jumped. Since most RECs jump most of the time when not in stride (a zone sit), many (most?) catches won't have the new protection.
I wonder if the new rule is actually making DBs hit jumping RECs
harder? It seems like the helicopter violence is increased this year. Hmmm.
Yes, it looks ugly, and would seem to increase concussion and neck injuries, so one would wonder why they didn't include some sort of jumping-leg-hit rule in the off-season.
Quote from: gobombersgo on June 27, 2025, 09:17:58 AMThey weren't handing out the towels at any of the tailgate entrances. They were stationed across from where CJOB broadcasts their pre-game show. They did the same thing last year.
Oh! That's very handy information to have. Thanks!
The club really should tell people this before the games (or maybe I missed the email again). I wonder how many of tailgate-enterers missed out completely?
My kids have been going to a lot of pool parties since this game and they use the towels every time, people are impressed! Free advertising! And 100% cotton, WFC didn't cheap out on these things.