It's down to Make or Break for several players in Friday's game against BC in Winnipeg.
Unanswered questions remain on the oline, dline, linebacker, QB and dbacks. Interesting and important decisions need to be made at the receiver position as well. Still plenty of uncertainty to be hopefully resolved come the end of the game on Friday.
Ed Tait provides some detail on Jaylen Smith, one of the prospects vying for a position on the team in his 48-Hour Primer...
https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/05/27/48-hour-primer-preseason-2-2/
The game can be watched on CFL+ beginning at 7:30 pm CT May 29.
Preamble, game time and post game comments can be made here. Go Bombers!
I was trying to remember, does WFC print out a roster for us to have at the game? My hazy memory of last year's PS games says "no"?
Be nice to know, so I can print out my own ahead of time. But their glossy tabloid one is always much nicer.
I'm not going to have a clue who half the numbers are!
Quote from: Tecno on May 28, 2026, 07:34:58 AMI was trying to remember, does WFC print out a roster for us to have at the game? My hazy memory of last year's PS games says "no"?
Be nice to know, so I can print out my own ahead of time. But their glossy tabloid one is always much nicer.
I'm not going to have a clue who half the numbers are!
They've been handing out rosters to people at practice, gotta have something available, I would think.
Quote from: Tecno on May 28, 2026, 07:34:58 AMI was trying to remember, does WFC print out a roster for us to have at the game? My hazy memory of last year's PS games says "no"?
Be nice to know, so I can print out my own ahead of time. But their glossy tabloid one is always much nicer.
I'm not going to have a clue who half the numbers are!
Just print it and the depth chart from CFL.CA
Quote from: Jesse on May 28, 2026, 10:24:35 AMThey've been handing out rosters to people at practice, gotta have something available, I would think.
They have not updated the hand out roster in at least a week and a half. A lot of players will switch numbers if they make the team and one becomes available. Best bet is, like Blue in BC said, print the official depth chart.
https://www.bluebombers.com/2026-depth-position-charts/
https://www.bluebombers.com/roster/ (sort by any column heading)
Derek Taylor @ DTonOB
Not a lot of expected starters in the roster for the Bombers for Friday. No Collaros, Oliveira, White. Jefferson, Ceresna, Nichols, etc.
Exited to see lots of Singer, Elsbury, Chris-Ike and more.
Darrin Bauming @DarrinBauming
Winnipeg going YOUNG for their final preseason tuneup Friday night.
The @BCLions are bringing their veterans and starters — trial by fire for #Bombers hopefuls vying for a roster spot.
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Quote from: gobombersgo on May 28, 2026, 05:44:11 PMDerek Taylor @ DTonOB
Not a lot of expected starters in the roster for the Bombers for Friday. No Collaros, Oliveira, White. Jefferson, Ceresna, Nichols, etc.
Exited to see lots of Singer, Elsbury, Chris-Ike and more.
Darrin Bauming @DarrinBauming
Winnipeg going YOUNG for their final preseason tuneup Friday night.
The @BCLions are bringing their veterans and starters — trial by fire for #Bombers hopefuls vying for a roster spot.
What??? The Stamps are going to kick their butts sideways next Friday! I thought O'Shea acknowledged they made mistakes in their pre-season planning last season resting vets, this looks worse!
Hmmmm. Hardly any starters at listed to start. A few are listed as depth but may or may not see too many reps?
I only see 3 starters but 2 of them starting at different positions. 12 rookie receivers. 9 rookie DL. 5 rookie LB's.
Ok. It won't be pretty but some players are fighting for their positions and it's now or never.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 28, 2026, 05:59:27 PMHmmmm. Hardly any starters at listed to start. A few are listed as depth but may or may not see too many reps?
I only see 3 starters but 2 of them starting at different positions. 12 rookie receivers. 9 rookie DL. 5 rookie LB's.
Ok. It won't be pretty but some players are fighting for their positions and it's now or never.
Roster mostly set, anyone not playing has a job, the ones still competing are on the bubble.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 28, 2026, 05:55:17 PMWhat??? The Stamps are going to kick their butts sideways next Friday! I thought O'Shea acknowledged they made mistakes in their pre-season planning last season resting vets, this looks worse!
I think that was actually two years ago. We had a "tough" pre-season last year and had a bunch of injuries to start the year - so it looks like we're going back the other way.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 28, 2026, 06:05:11 PMRoster mostly set, anyone not playing has a job, the ones still competing are on the bubble.
That's fair.
All the CBs are playing. Jenkins vs. Dixon on the DL. Elgersma continues to get the majority of reps. But only Perkins to take over. All the favourite back-up OL are starting.
Gonna be interesting to see the final AR/reserve/PR. Though injuries may change some things.
Whew...Rourke should have his way down the boundry side....
Unfortunately with only 2 pre-season games, sometimes this is what you get.
An all rookie starters in the secondary ( essentially ). Kelly listed as a starter at DHB. Allen is in at safety.Well they will be tested that's for sure.
I prefer to see what the young guys can do in the home preseason game. That's what it's all about to me. I don't want our vets to get beat up, and I don't care at all whether we win or lose. LOL, with the way that O'Shea keeps Collaros in even when we are up by 30, this might be our one chance to see Elgersma or Perkins.
Definitely will be going into this game in evaluation mode with the intent to figure out who will stick and hopefully be a pleasant surprise this season. We always need several rookies to emerge as future stars or at least starter prospects. So this should be interesting, as fun as it is to watch starters play.
Looking forward to getting back to the stadium again. Love the first sip of the tailgate beer under the hot summer sun at my favourite place.
Maybe the fact that we seem to have a lot of vets nicked up is resulting in the heavy rookie lineup. We can't afford any significant injuries. With the mishmash on the oline Elgersma and Perkins better be able to run.
Quote from: Pete on May 28, 2026, 10:54:14 PMMaybe the fact that we seem to have a lot of vets nicked up is resulting in the heavy rookie lineup. We can't afford any significant injuries. With the mishmash on the oline Elgersma and Perkins better be able to run.
Luckily that's the one thing we know they can do.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 28, 2026, 08:23:06 PMAn all rookie starters in the secondary ( essentially ). Kelly listed as a starter at DHB. Allen is in at safety.Well they will be tested that's for sure.
We are really going to witness the absence of veteran guidance in that secondary and the true value of Kramdi's communication ability. Allen was playing Safety for most of the last 4th Q in PS#1 and it looked obvious he couldn't begin to communicate what the coverage plan was to the young rookies. I think without outside guidance he is a bit lost himself, not easy to fully assimilate the complexity of Youngers coverage schemes. Got to be a reasonably smart cookie to follow the plan.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 28, 2026, 08:23:06 PMAn all rookie starters in the secondary ( essentially ). Kelly listed as a starter at DHB. Allen is in at safety.Well they will be tested that's for sure.
Haha man that's going to be a disaster.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 28, 2026, 05:55:17 PMWhat??? The Stamps are going to kick their butts sideways next Friday! I thought O'Shea acknowledged they made mistakes in their pre-season planning last season resting vets, this looks worse!
You beat me to it. MOS said in a couple of pressers, most prominently in a Nov/Dec '25 one, that he blew it not using camp and PS to get the vets ready and gelled. He spelled it out. There is no doubt.
Now he's making the same mistake. I'm with TLB. This is nuts. I don't see any other team not dressing their O starters!
Quote from: Jesse on May 28, 2026, 06:21:20 PMI think that was actually two years ago. We had a "tough" pre-season last year and had a bunch of injuries to start the year - so it looks like we're going back the other way.
Nope, it was just a few months ago MOS said it.
It's going to be sad when BC & SSK & CGY are winning every single game in weeks 1-5 and we're going 30% trying to ramp up. I pray I am wrong.
Quote from: gobombersgo on May 28, 2026, 05:44:11 PMNot a lot of expected starters in the roster for the Bombers for Friday.
It's also a gut punch to the fans who are bothering to buy tickets and traipse their butts out in 36C heat. It's disrespectful to not even let them see their heroes for a series.
Remember the NFL PS game here? Zero starters. Ya, that level of disrespect.
Costs nothing to roster the starters and have them on field for 3 plays.
Quote from: Tecno on May 29, 2026, 03:53:28 AMIt's also a gut punch to the fans who are bothering to buy tickets and traipse their butts out in 36C heat. It's disrespectful to not even let them see their heroes for a series.
Remember the NFL PS game here? Zero starters. Ya, that level of disrespect.
Costs nothing to roster the starters and have them on field for 3 plays.
I don't want to be the guy who tells the Bombers what they should be doing on the field to make the fans happy, but I definitely do feel a little less excited to go now.
I want to see Elgersma, but would have been nice to see him with players who will still be around tomorrow.
Looks like 31 for kick off. Glad I am on the west side in the shade.
Lions will be playing more starters but we'll see how long that goes. It may only be a couple of series but Rourke and Hatcher etc against essentially our rookies or non starters.
Can we do 3 things early in the game on defence:
1. Get very good pressure on Rourke?
2. Eliminate blown / beaten coverage for long gains.
3. Stop the run.
I don't care if we win per se but looking like we have no idea what we're doing would not be good. I'm not expecting that, but it can't be excluded considering all the rookies.
On offence all we need to do is not get any serious injury to either QB. They could be running for their lives.
31C means beer sales will be awesome.
No worries about running out of HC.
Seeing no starters doesn't really worry me. Having veterans means higher risk of injuries and it's a long season. Especially with the new rule changes getting implemented in the future, you only have to beat out one team to make the playoffs. Teams like us could definitely rest players, or at least take a more cautionary approach to injuries.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 29, 2026, 05:45:21 PMLions will be playing more starters but we'll see how long that goes. It may only be a couple of series but Rourke and Hatcher etc against essentially our rookies or non starters.
Can we do 3 things early in the game on defence:
1. Get very good pressure on Rourke?
2. Eliminate blown / beaten coverage for long gains.
3. Stop the run.
I don't care if we win per se but looking like we have no idea what we're doing would not be good. I'm not expecting that, but it can't be excluded considering all the rookies.
On offence all we need to do is not get any serious injury to either QB. They could be running for their lives.
I hope JY dials up a ton of blitzes in the first qtr and goes after Rourke, 1 decent hit and hes out of the game
Blue Bombers have added #44 punter Keegan Andrews to the roster for tonight's game
https://x.com/i/status/2060429528825045399 (https://x.com/i/status/2060429528825045399)
From the Game Day HQ story, Ed Tait mentioned that he spotted Jackson Tachinski taking snaps on the sideline. He speculated that Tachinski could be the emergency 3rd string QB for tonight as there are only 2 QBs dressed.
https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/05/29/game-day-hq-preseason-2-blue-bombers-vs-lions/ (https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/05/29/game-day-hq-preseason-2-blue-bombers-vs-lions/)
Quote from: Tecno on May 28, 2026, 07:34:58 AMI was trying to remember, does WFC print out a roster for us to have at the game? My hazy memory of last year's PS games says "no"?
Be nice to know, so I can print out my own ahead of time. But their glossy tabloid one is always much nicer.
I'm not going to have a clue who half the numbers are!
Usually no
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 28, 2026, 05:55:17 PMWhat??? The Stamps are going to kick their butts sideways next Friday! I thought O'Shea acknowledged they made mistakes in their pre-season planning last season resting vets, this looks worse!
I like to let the preseason play out before I speculate on reg season. Don't want starters hurt and you want to evaluate talent. That's what preseason is and always will be.
Tough 1st game but if OL is ready, run game can cook and Zach is slinging, ding ding game on.
Quote from: Pete on May 29, 2026, 06:41:29 PMI hope JY dials up a ton of blitzes in the first qtr and goes after Rourke, 1 decent hit and hes out of the game
The pressure they put on Sask. was amazing, play after play, I sure hope the effectiveness of the pass rush registered with O'Shea and made a deep impression on Younger.
Quote from: Tecno on May 29, 2026, 03:51:13 AMYou beat me to it. MOS said in a couple of pressers, most prominently in a Nov/Dec '25 one, that he blew it not using camp and PS to get the vets ready and gelled. He spelled it out. There is no doubt.
Now he's making the same mistake. I'm with TLB. This is nuts. I don't see any other team not dressing their O starters!
Nope, it was just a few months ago MOS said it.
It's going to be sad when BC & SSK & CGY are winning every single game in weeks 1-5 and we're going 30% trying to ramp up. I pray I am wrong.
I dunno...I think it's different each year. MOS has said they'd be doing an injustice if they don't give the young guys a chance to show what they have before letting them go. During PSG1 they mentioned that Broxton was here in camp during Covid, and we cut him. Hopefully by giving these guys a bit more time we don't make a similar mistake.
Not that it matters significantly but I only count 63 players on tonight's roster. That means about 24 not dressed for one reason or another.
There will be many released tomorrow with about 15 going to PR.
Allen didn't look good on that 1st drive if it was his responsibility.
Wiiliams made a good coverage tackle on the ST.
Elgersma looks like he's taking the play in front of him though. Quite a quick correction from the rookie.
Major Williams making a case for himself
Nice tackle by Williams
I hope they don't handicap Elgersma by running it into the middle of the line for 1-2 yards on every first down.
Kelly not doing himself any favours
Is this lions starting o line?
Our d line is looking fearsome
Castillo just ridiculous, lol
Elgersma looking pretty good.
I think it was Williams that blew that coverage but it could have been Lamont too.
56 caught rourke
This defence is looking good
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:13:05 AMElgersma looking pretty good.
agreed - just his second CFL game. doesn't look out of place, that's for sure.
Great punt
Wow what a perfect punt.
Quote from: markf on May 30, 2026, 01:03:33 AMIs this lions starting o line?
Our d line is looking fearsome
It was mostly the Lions starting offence.
Okay why is the camera not showing Bomber field goals? What is going on?!
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2026, 01:38:32 AMOkay why is the camera not showing Bomber field goals? What is going on?!
It's a Stuart Johnston conspiracy :D
I am quite enjoying having DT call the game this time.
The secondary is getting beaten like a rented mule. To be expected with all those newbies.
1. Kelly should be better but he hasn't shown it.
2. Stuart and Addison also didn't look good.
Comments:
1. Singer should make the AR.
2. Frederickson probably makes the PR.
3. None of the other rookie receivers have shown squat so far this game or last.
4. Elgersma is showing some talent. I would say he's a 1/2 second late on some reads allowing coverage to respond. That will come with more reps.
5. Texada has had a mixed bag. Not sure if he was responsible for some problems. He has made some good plays.
6. Williams doesn't look out of place.
Generally the DL is playing fairly well but so many new faces I can't keep up / identify as easily as on offence.
Quote from: tlf on May 30, 2026, 01:42:47 AMI am quite enjoying having DT call the game this time.
It's a lot better than last week for sure.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:45:43 AMThe secondary is getting beaten like a rented mule. To be expected with all those newbies.
1. Kelly should be better but he hasn't shown it.
2. Stuart and Addison also didn't look good.
Comments:
1. Singer should make the AR.
2. Frederickson probably makes the PR.
3. None of the other rookie receivers have shown squat so far this game or last.
I guess there's only so much room. Between Singer and Frederickson I agree it's Singer. I wonder if Frederickson, if he does go to the PR, lasts long if any other team has an injury in the first week.
Elgersma has looked better for sure. Lets just be patient with him!
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2026, 01:48:09 AMI guess there's only so much room. Between Singer and Frederickson I agree it's Singer. I wonder if Frederickson, if he does go to the PR, lasts long if any other team has an injury in the first week.
I think every team has a guy like that though
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2026, 01:48:09 AMI guess there's only so much room. Between Singer and Frederickson I agree it's Singer. I wonder if Frederickson, if he does go to the PR, lasts long if any other team has an injury in the first week.
It's uncommon for TC cuts to be picked up by other teams. They all have an enormous number of cuts to make that could be recalled if not already on their PR. I'd expect at least 2 or 3 receivers on our PR.
That said, none of the others have had opportunities to show much yet. So picking PR guys is flip a coin at the moment.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:52:26 AMIt's uncommon for TC cuts to be picked up by other teams. They all have an enormous number of cuts to make that could be recalled if not already on their PR. I'd expect at least 2 or 3 receivers on our PR.
That said, none of the others have had opportunities to show much yet. So picking PR guys is flip a coin at the moment.
Yes I'm just thinking he's good enough to make the PR, and that he's made some plays so others may notice and grab him with an injury. But it's a fair point by BF73 as well that most teams probably have a guy like this.
Dixon made a good play early in the game. Didn't notice many mistakes. I still think Jenkins makes the AR and Dixon goes to PR. Fletcher and Young could be PR candidates as well.
Haven't seen anything from Reese or Pace tonight.
Our OL back ups have not been bad but who is on the field, where and when is tough to follow. IMO 3 OL end up on PR which includes 1 Canadian and 2 imports.
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2026, 01:54:41 AMYes I'm just thinking he's good enough to make the PR, and that he's made some plays so others may notice and grab him with an injury. But it's a fair point by BF73 as well that most teams probably have a guy like this.
Keep in mind the rules to scoop a player from another teams PR. It usually has a cost and need to dress that player for 3 games IIRC. Regardless, we'll be releasing some import receivers outright. It's just a math thing that teams can't keep everybody even if they want to keep them.
As far as our RB's I think we HAVE to keep Chris-Ike and Peterson. While we aren't racking up running yardage, both have talent.
Yo. At the game. Watching closely with binocs.
Major looking great.
DL looking pretty bad.
Brice 2 passing TDS... Embarrassing. Bc o third stringers better than our d third stringers. Ugh
Singer good.
Elgersma wins number 2 so far
Vibert looking legit at c
Shame on us not bombing one to end the half
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:56:13 AMDixon made a good play early in the game. Didn't notice many mistakes. I still think Jenkins makes the AR and Dixon goes to PR. Fletcher and Young could be PR candidates as well.
Haven't seen anything from Reese or Pace tonight.
Our OL back ups have not been bad but who is on the field, where and when is tough to follow. IMO 3 OL end up on PR which includes 1 Canadian and 2 imports.
Agreed - and then Reese gets that hail mary reach to bring down Salter (sp?)
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:58:19 AMKeep in mind the rules to scoop a player from another teams PR. It usually has a cost and need to dress that player for 3 games IIRC. Regardless, we'll be releasing some import receivers outright. It's just a math thing that teams can't keep everybody even if they want to keep them.
As far as our RB's I think we HAVE to keep Chris-Ike and Peterson. While we aren't racking up running yardage, both have talent.
I thought it was just having to dress the player taken from another PR for the next game? But I could be wrong?
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:56:13 AMDixon made a good play early in the game. Didn't notice many mistakes. I still think Jenkins makes the AR and Dixon goes to PR. Fletcher and Young could be PR candidates as well.
Haven't seen anything from Reese or Pace tonight.
Our OL back ups have not been bad but who is on the field, where and when is tough to follow. IMO 3 OL end up on PR which includes 1 Canadian and 2 imports.
I think Reese has been impressive both games, but a couple of bonehead moves lastweek didn't help.
Anyone else surprised how much time Elg is getting?
Hoping its Perkins time here now...
Lamont just looks like a Bomber DB
this game is hard to watch as expected. We dont challenge a non catch then waste a time out 3 plays later.
The poor running game, again is a worry..not just poor but nonexistent
That was such a lame decision by Perkins
the decision to start all rookies ...how do you evaluate players when a bunch of them are making mistakes
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2026, 02:21:27 AMAnyone else surprised how much time Elg is getting?
Looks clear to me Elgersma has won number 2.
I thought Perkins looked good in his limited time last week. At least with what he had.
That last play was the most pathetic I've seen all game. Run, hesitate, hop up a bit and lame, soft almost like an underhand pass to the receiver's feet for an incompletion.
Burrell has lost his chance to win the CB spot IMO.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 02:41:28 AMLooks clear to me Elgersma has won number 2.
I think that was clear when he started and played 3 quarters. He looked decent for a rookie, but green. We're in big trouble if Zach goes down. Tough to draw too many conclusions from preseason but to me, Bryce, Salter, and Schager on the riders all looked better than anything we have behind Zach.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 02:41:28 AMLooks clear to me Elgersma has won number 2.
I thought Perkins was a bit better G1, but Elg was clearly better tonight
Lol. Both bc qbs 10x better than ours. Even their noname number 3. Lol
It's like we spend all camp picking our nose while bc and ask and probably cgy make even their 5th stringers into ballers.
Week 1 might be hairy scary
Nice return by Singer.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 02:41:28 AMLooks clear to me Elgersma has won number 2.
I mean I think he was promised it to get him here but that's just my theory. He's looking good tonight. I preferred Perkins the other night though.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 02:46:19 AMLol. Both bc qbs 10x better than ours. Even their noname number 3. Lol
It's like we spend all camp picking our nose while bc and ask and probably cgy make even their 5th stringers into ballers.
Week 1 might be hairy scary
And their receivers. We need better scouting ..and perhaps drafting.
When is the next cutdown and what #?
Quote from: BomberFan73 on May 30, 2026, 02:50:08 AMWhen is the next cutdown and what #?
Tomorrow and 11:59 PM local. About 40 players then 15 of that to PR.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 02:46:19 AMLol. Both bc qbs 10x better than ours. Even their noname number 3. Lol
It's like we spend all camp picking our nose while bc and ask and probably cgy make even their 5th stringers into ballers.
Week 1 might be hairy scary
I don't think Elgersma looked bad tonight. He's green, but did well. He wasn't 10x worse than BC's backups. He actually held his own against Rourke in the first, and we didn't have much for D starters at all.
I guess I am hopeful that our stable is better than it's been for a while. Strev was of course a beast for short yardage, and not sure we have that. But beyond that one specific area, I think we are are in better shape than we've been the last few years.
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2026, 02:56:30 AMI don't think Elgersma looked bad tonight. He's green, but did well. He wasn't 10x worse than BC's backups. He actually held his own against Rourke in the first, and we didn't have much for D starters at all.
I guess I am hopeful that our stable is better than it's been for a while. Strev was of course a beast for short yardage, and not sure we have that. But beyond that one specific area, I think we are are in better shape than we've been the last few years.
Ike looks like he could be good on short yardage.
That was definitely not a one hopper. Doug is wrong.
Quote from: tlf on May 30, 2026, 02:58:48 AMIke looks like he could be good on short yardage.
This is what I am hoping - that he is great on short yardage and Elgersma can learn and be the heir. And that Collaros stays healthy all season and the O line keeps him upright all season.
Why are Doug and Derek so convinced it wasn't a catch? It obviously was.
Perkins at least looks like he can run short yardage
Perkins making plays. I like it.
Quote from: bunker on May 30, 2026, 03:02:21 AMPerkins at least looks like he can run short yardage
And apparently bust it loose for a longer run. That was kinda entertaining.
Quote from: Big Daddy on May 30, 2026, 03:00:09 AMThat was definitely not a one hopper. Doug is wrong.
I watched that happen live on super zoom binocs. It was 100 percent a catch and wasn't even close. At least 6 inches clearance and he was even under the ball so you can't argue the tip hit.
The ref who said no catch was right there, too. Lol
Glad the visually impaired got it right in the end. I tried to get that ref's number but couldn't.
Don't think cut down day is going to be particularly hard.
Elgersma looked a step better again. Probably the best sign of the night.
Frederickson and Singer are easily our best new receiver and slot respectively. Frederickson probably the best new pass catcher period.
Perkins can totally do the short yardage and is probably better than anyone we had last year.
Both corners looked interesting. Probably one position where the choice might be close. Major looked okay. Texada also had a decent night.
Sheahan looked good tonight. Don't think he was under any threat but he won outright anyway.
Clinton looked good enough for a PR spot and might end up sticking around with the Santos-Knox season ender.
Allen is probably off to the PR or it wouldn't surprise me if he's outright gone.
Offensive line play wasn't particularly good especially once the rotation started. It ended pretty ugly.
Kelly was even worse than I thought he would be at half. Man they picked on him when he was in there.
Tough to say on the defensive line, Dixon was around the ball a lot. Not huge separation across the board for our depth picks.A bit worried about Gatkouth, didn't look great. Starters are going to have to stay healthy because there's not much after them.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 03:31:49 AMI watched that happen live on super zoom binocs. It was 100 percent a catch and wasn't even close. At least 6 inches clearance and he was even under the ball so you can't argue the tip hit.
The ref who said no catch was right there, too. Lol
Glad the visually impaired got it right in the end. I tried to get that ref's number but couldn't.
Thanks for confirming - to me it seemed obvious live video and then confirmed much more on video replay. I was really surprised Doug Brown was so adamant it wasn't a catch. Less surprised that Derek eventually agreed with him since Doug likely takes his lunch money every game.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 30, 2026, 03:41:15 AMDon't think cut down day is going to be particularly hard.
Elgersma looked a step better again. Probably the best sign of the night.
Frederickson and Singer are easily our best new receiver and slot respectively. Frederickson probably the best new pass catcher period.
Perkins can totally do the short yardage and is probably better than anyone we had last year.
Both corners looked interesting. Probably one position where the choice might be close. Major looked okay. Texada also had a decent night.
Sheahan looked good tonight. Don't think he was under any threat but he won outright anyway.
Clinton looked good enough for a PR spot and might end up sticking around with the Santos-Knox season ender.
Allen is probably off to the PR or it wouldn't surprise me if he's outright gone.
Offensive line play wasn't particularly good especially once the rotation started. It ended pretty ugly.
Kelly was even worse than I thought he would be at half. Man they picked on him when he was in there.
Tough to say on the defensive line, Dixon was around the ball a lot. Not huge separation across the board for our depth picks.A bit worried about Gatkouth, didn't look great. Starters are going to have to stay healthy because there's not much after them.
great takes across the board with one exception... Did I miss some conversation about Cam Allen? I thought he clearly stood out as a playmaker today. I thought he was great today
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on May 30, 2026, 03:41:15 AMAllen is probably off to the PR or it wouldn't surprise me if he's outright gone.
Allen made some plays and whiffed on others. Right at the end there I think he blew his knee out. He wasn't happy. ACL/MCL here we come...
Is he vet enough to survive a TC/PS injury cut? Ironically, maybe it saves us having to decide to cut him if he goes 6G while we see what we've got in Texada et al.
Game Recap | Preseason #2 B.C. 30 Wpg 19
Ed Tait
@EdTaitWFC
The dress rehearsals are now done — and with it the official close of training camp — and when the curtain comes up again for our next look at the Winnipeg Blue Bombers it will very much be for real.
No more second chances without consequences and no more understudies taking centre stage while the stars step away from the spotlight.
The Blue Bombers wrapped up their 2026 preseason with a 30-19 loss to the B.C. Lions in front of 26,269 on a steamy Friday night at Princess Auto Stadium in a game missing a ton of regulars from both squads but not lacking for its own eyebrow-raising moments.
That was by design, certainly, for a Blue Bombers coaching and management staff still needing to evaluate players both on the bubble or competing for starting gigs. Thus, the decision to NOT dress the likes of — inhale here — quarterback Zach Collaros, running back Brady Oliveira, receivers Nic Demski, Pokey Wilson, Tim White and Tommy Nield, offensive linemen Stanley Bryant, Jarell Broxton, Pat Neufeld and Tui Eli, defensive linemen Willie Jefferson, Jake Ceresna and Cam Lawson, linebackers Tony Jones and Kyrie Wilson and defensive backs Evan Holm, Deatrick Nichols, Redha Kramdi and Jonathan Moxey.
The natural next question here — after taking a moment to exhale — is just who the heck did dress against the Lions and who stood out?
We'll get to that in a bit, but first this to the point summation from head coach Mike O'Shea:
"We've got a lot of good film to watch and probably some tough decisions to make."
So, in that sense, it's mission accomplished.
"You just try leave everything you have out there," said receiver Christian Fredericksen, who led the club with six receptions for 79 yards. "There's no promises of any more practices or any more games.
"Going to day to day, I didn't want to have any regrets on how everything was handled. You have regrets with outcomes; I just didn't want to have any regrets with the process and with that I'll be able to keep my head up and be OK with it all.
"I do think I gave them a little more to think about after the first preseason game. I hope so, at least."
The Blue Bombers now have six days to prepare for next Friday's season opener in Calgary against the Stampeders. That will begin in earnest with practice on Monday, but the next step leading up to that will be the roster shaping.
Final cutdown is 10 p.m. Saturday with the 45-man roster not officially official until the first depth chart comes out which, in the Blue Bombers case, will be next Thursday. Teams will also declare their 12-man practice roster.
Some notes and quotes from the Blue Bombers final preseason game from our view in the press box...
THE ARMS IN THE BULLPEN
With Collaros not dressing the Blue Bombers opted to start rookie Canadian Taylor Elgersma and, in arguably the most important development of the night from a Winnipeg perspective, he took a step forward from his debut performance last week in Saskatoon.
He looked comfortable in the pocket, delivered strikes and finished the night by completing 11-of-20 passes for 127 yards — those numbers would have been better if not for an almost-catch by Dorian Singer on a deep ball — while rushing for a TD in three quarters of work.
One of his highlight throws was a connection with Singer for a picturesque throw to the sideline for 15 yards on the opening drive that set up his own score.
"I felt comfortable, I was seeing it well," Elgersma said. "Obviously there were a couple that were close — we were almost hitting on big plays and almost extending drives further and putting points on the board. I did a better job of eliminating turnover-worth plays and trying to get the ball in our guys' hands. They did a great job around me today — the O-line did a great job with the pocket, receivers did a great job taking underneath throws and converting them for first downs. Those are all things that last week we learned lessons on and I learned lessons on and we'll try to be better next week."
Elgersma, who was frustrated after his work in Saskatoon in the first preseason game, used the last few days to reset and reload.
"That's always how football always is, but especially at the quarterback position," he said. "You have to be hard on yourself. You have to be your toughest critic if you want to get better, but you also have to be able to flush it and come to work the next day and compete. We did a good job of that all week at practice. That was the mindset all this week, too — it's about getting better and there were definitely plays right now that I'm thinking I want back. You're going to think about them, come tomorrow to work and get better.
Bryce Perkins entered the game in the fourth quarter and had his moments, too, especially when his protection up front left him vulnerable and he was able to use his escapability to extend drives.
Perkins finished 6-of-9 for 48 yards while rushing for seven times for a team best 36 yards and a late score. That drive — Winnipeg's last of the night — saw him lead the team on an 11-play journey that was capped by his own touchdown.
"It was good to get out there for the last game and then it will be about watching film and growing from it," Perkins said. "It was good to get that last drive touchdown.
"... There are definitely some nuances (to the Canadian game) and these last two weeks has been good in understanding and seeing it and Tommy (Condell, offensive coordinator) does a great job on the headset, too. I'm 29, so I've been playing this game down south for a long time. A lot of those things are natural so you're kind of feeling like a blank slate when it comes to a game like that."
We're going to be generous with the descriptor 'key moment' here because, well, it's preseason and none of this will be of any consequence then the real games begin next week.
So, let's call this instead a 'cool moment' and it came in the first quarter when veteran kicker Sergio Castillo bombed a 61-yard field goal that bounced off the crossbar and through.
And, while we're at it, finding a key stat in a game where the result makes about as much sense as — to borrow an old phrase from the Maritimes — burning down a house to get the flies out of the kitchen.
But we will proceed with this: Winnipeg finished the preseason 0-2 and that means absolutely, positively nothing when the ball is put on the tee for real next Friday.
The Blue Bombers open the 2026 season on the road next Friday, June 5th, in Calgary against the Stampeders with an 8 p.m. CDT start time.
https://www.bluebombers.com/2026/05/29/game-recap-preseason-2-b-c-30-wpg-19/
Major bummer. Shawarma Khan is gone. Likely completely gone, all 3 spots. I thought my kids were gonna cry. There goes like 10 years of tradition.
200-west was smash burgers in the old Khan spot. Had one, it was ok, but slow. (You can't have cooking burgers in the hopper to keep the line going? -- you can just count the people in line to see how many patties you need?)
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 03:31:49 AMI watched that happen live on super zoom binocs. It was 100 percent a catch and wasn't even close. At least 6 inches clearance and he was even under the ball so you can't argue the tip hit.
The ref who said no catch was right there, too. Lol
Glad the visually impaired got it right in the end. I tried to get that ref's number but couldn't.
#24 Ritchie Miller, Wade's brother.
Quote from: tlf on May 30, 2026, 02:58:48 AMIke looks like he could be good on short yardage.
I've seen a dozen and a half Perkins come through the door and leave shortly after, he'll do well as a SY QB with a career projection about as long as Terry Wilson's. He's mostly playing sandlot football, he's confused and it's unlikely he'll ever get to the point he can read what a defence is showing him. Like many running QB's that came before he's relying on nimble feet and quick reactions to get by, he knows aprox. where to look for an open receiver but he's totally faking his reads.
As for Elgersma he's definitely the future, but I don't think he's good enough to win any games for the Bombers this season, especially if lined up against any other teams starting QB. Not likely to find any QB's available at this point that could accomplish that task though, maybe someone viable will pop loose after league wide cuts. Just realized Elgersma and MBT have similar playing styles, makes you go hmmmm.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 06:32:47 AMMajor bummer. Shawarma Khan is gone. Likely completely gone, all 3 spots. I thought my kids were gonna cry. There goes like 10 years of tradition.
200-west was smash burgers in the old Khan spot. Had one, it was ok, but slow. (You can't have cooking burgers in the hopper to keep the line going? -- you can just count the people in line to see how many patties you need?)
I made Shwarma on the grill lastnight for the pregame meal - I think all your posts on it gave me the idea.
It was delicious!
Quote from: LXTSN on May 30, 2026, 04:36:53 AMgreat takes across the board with one exception... Did I miss some conversation about Cam Allen? I thought he clearly stood out as a playmaker today. I thought he was great today
Allen is one of those guys who would be an every down starter as a Canadian but as an import I don't think he's dominant enough and he's playing a spot that typically can be schemed Canadian more easily even if that hasn't been our approach recently.
He's got good instincts and is pretty physical but he's (a bit surprisingly) not very sticky in man assignments or when his zone responsibility requires straight one on one coverage. He's better at reading out of a zone and coming downhill though. Saw that again last night when he flashed.
He is probably our most prototypical safety and he likely grades out slightly higher than anyone else on the roster in a fair fight but CFL training camp is not a fair fight especially for American safeties. You kind of need to be Brandon Alexander good. And not just good.
A lot probably depends on his attitude, who's hurt to start week one, and whether he'd be willing to go back on the PR like last year. Wouldn't blame him if he didn't.
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 06:32:47 AMMajor bummer. Shawarma Khan is gone. Likely completely gone, all 3 spots. I thought my kids were gonna cry. There goes like 10 years of tradition.
200-west was smash burgers in the old Khan spot. Had one, it was ok, but slow. (You can't have cooking burgers in the hopper to keep the line going? -- you can just count the people in line to see how many patties you need?)
Strange that they are gone. They were the most popular outlet there. I'll really miss them. I've found everything else at PAS really mediocre. Back to the footlong I guess. I suspect Stewart Johnson is involved somehow lol
Quote from: Tecno on May 30, 2026, 05:40:00 AMAllen made some plays and whiffed on others. Right at the end there I think he blew his knee out. He wasn't happy. ACL/MCL here we come...
Is he vet enough to survive a TC/PS injury cut? Ironically, maybe it saves us having to decide to cut him if he goes 6G while we see what we've got in Texada et al.
I didn't notice him getting hurt so we'll see how that unfolds. I wasn't expecting him to make the AR but never want to see a player injured.
He may end up on IR.
This game was clearly to test those players in competition in the secondary. Looking at the DT stats those were the players that made the bulk of the work. Dixon made an impression with 5.
M. Williams and Texada played fairly well considering the Lions completed nearly every pass in soft coverage. Lamont I think moves to the PR.
I wasn't overly impressed with new receivers except for Singer and Frederickson.
Ok. Lets see what happens today and whether we have some players heading to the IR lists.
I'm not sure, but I thought Frederickson seemed to be willing to block. I noticed one effort, on a short yardage play where he was working hard against a d lineman.hes not flashy, but really good effort. "Gritty, lunch bucket, blue collar"
I don't want to jinx him but I think he will get a spot.
it sure seems like they've brought in some good d line players. Don't know the names, but some of those new guys are fast. 56 I think caught up to Rourke. Another guy chased down the third bc qb, got him by the foot. Those might be the tough decisions for the coaches.
Secondary guys didn't look great, but Imguess that's the hardest group to get together off the bat.
Elgersma sure throws well. I though He looked good. No happy feet, calm, looking around, no dumb plays or giveaways.
I thought Elgersma did a good job of going through his progressions early in the game. Maybe he's not quite ready to be a starter at the end of this preseason. But he showed a big improvement in his process - largely being a point guard trying to get the ball into the hands of his playmakers. The only way that he progresses further is to get more playing time. If Zach goes down (knock on wood that this doesn't happen), he should be the guy to get the playing time. He's already better than Strev, in my opinion.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:03:01 PMI didn't notice him getting hurt so we'll see how that unfolds.
I guess the stream cut to the ad break overlay when Allen was writhing on the field then. Pretty obvious to those in the stands.
He went down away from the play with no one around. Writhing holding his leg. I thought maybe cramp because it was so hot, and late in the game. But the trainers didn't work his leg at all! No usual cramp stuff.
After about 90s he's getting helped up and hops gingerly off, with some pressure on the bad leg.
I've seen this enough in person now that my money is on knee. How bad and what the final result for Allen is, is anyone's guess.
Quote from: bunker on May 30, 2026, 12:27:18 PMStrange that they are gone. They were the most popular outlet there. I'll really miss them. I've found everything else at PAS really mediocre.
True dat. I think obby has gone all in on the politician thing hoping to be next premier. No time left for business.
You'd think someone would buy it though, vs just disappear. Oh well. I'm thankful for the years he provided.
If it helps anyone, my son really loves the bourbon burgers in North concourse. My daughter likes the pizza pizza, though that's pretty plebian. We all find the chicken fingers to be ok too. I liked the Danny's whole hog sandwich, but I suppose that's gone this year with the new bbq concessions.
Quote from: bunker on May 30, 2026, 12:27:18 PMStrange that they are gone. They were the most popular outlet there. I'll really miss them. I've found everything else at PAS really mediocre. Back to the footlong I guess. I suspect Stewart Johnson is involved somehow lol
Not sure if you've noticed, but Obby has another iron in the fire of late. I don't think shwarmas are his top priority, and its probably not a business that is profitable enough to be sold off.
There are plenty of shwarma shops in town. Blady on St. Mary's is amazing.
Quote from: markf on May 30, 2026, 02:03:52 PMI'm not sure, but I thought Frederickson seemed to be willing to block. I noticed one effort, on a short yardage play where he was working hard against a d lineman.hes not flashy, but really good effort. "Gritty, lunch bucket, blue collar"
I don't want to jinx him but I think he will get a spot.
it sure seems like they've brought in some good d line players. Don't know the names, but some of those new guys are fast. 56 I think caught up to Rourke. Another guy chased down the third bc qb, got him by the foot. Those might be the tough decisions for the coaches.
Secondary guys didn't look great, but Imguess that's the hardest group to get together off the bat.
Elgersma sure throws well. I though He looked good. No happy feet, calm, looking around, no dumb plays or giveaways.
#56 is Ja'Kobe Clinton a LB, same guy that scored the pick six in PS#1, unfortunately as a LB he moves to the back of the bus but should earn a spot on the PR.
D-line showed some amazing flash, it's going to be difficult to determine who wins that competition. Dixon and Jenkins are the main contenders but Reese and Fletcher also showed fantastic desire and ability to get after it. My guess is they can only keep 2, and only one makes the AR. I like Jenkins best as a pure QB chasing maniac (reminds me of Kwaku Boateng) but Dixon has the better size and can probably help out at DT when needed. M-Bailey and Gatkuoth made less impact than all of the above, but I guess one of them will find a spot on the AR and one on the PR anyway.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 30, 2026, 05:05:59 PM#56 is Ja'Kobe Clinton a LB, same guy that scored the pick six in PS#1, unfortunately as a LB he moves to the back of the bus but should earn a spot on the PR.
D-line showed some amazing flash, it's going to be difficult to determine who wins that competition. Dixon and Jenkins are the main contenders but Reese and Fletcher also showed fantastic desire and ability to get after it. My guess is they can only keep 2, and only one makes the AR. I like Jenkins best as a pure QB chasing maniac (reminds me of Kwaku Boateng) but Dixon has the better size and can probably help out at DT when needed. M-Bailey and Gatkuoth made less impact than all of the above, but I guess one of them will find a spot on the AR and one on the PR anyway.
I expected M-Bailey and Gatkouth to make the AR. Mostly because we won't likely have a DL as a DI. Those two will be rotational players and have the advantage of ratio.
Having a 2nd global on the AR is not automatic if they have an extra Canadian they want to retain. I suppose it's flip a coin though. We traded up last year to get M-Bailey so parking him back on the PR seems counter productive.
The new 2 man reserve is interesting. I'm not sure whether to expect aging veteran back ups or rookies to be placed there. TBD
Figuring out who ends up on the PR shouldn't create big surprises.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 05:13:16 PMI expected M-Bailey and Gatkouth to make the AR. Mostly because we won't likely have a DL as a DI. Those two will be rotational players and have the advantage of ratio.
Having a 2nd global on the AR is not automatic if they have an extra Canadian they want to retain. I suppose it's flip a coin though. We traded up last year to get M-Bailey so parking him back on the PR seems counter productive.
The new 2 man reserve is interesting. I'm not sure whether to expect aging veteran back ups or rookies to be placed there. TBD
Figuring out who ends up on the PR shouldn't create big surprises.
If they both make the AR, there is no room left for one of these game changing rookies unless they increase the size of the D-line rotation above 6, which I hope they do.
Willie
Lawson
Ceresna
Schmeck or Cornie
M-Bailey
Gatkuoth
Hoping they don't give a roster spot to Gatkuoth like they did Derell Patterson a couple of years ago, can't afford to have mediocre components taking up space on the D-line. Maybe he'll be ready someday but I don't think he's there yet, a year on the PR with a few intervals on the AR won't hurt.
Dlineman Arnold young made some plays too
"At Montclair State (2023-2024), he recorded 61 tackles, 28.5 tackles for loss, 12.5 sacks, 18 quarterback pressures and two fumble recoveries in 19 games.
After his breakout 2024 season, Young finished as the NJAC Defensive Player of the Year, First-Team All-NJAC, and an AP Division 3 All-American Second Team honouree. Young also led the conference in tackles for loss (18.5), and sacks (10). He is the first Montclair State defensive lineman to be named an All-American since 1996."
I guess the people here complaining about no pressure from d line were right.
Although I think having fat boy Thomas as d line coach is the main thing. / kidding.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 30, 2026, 05:33:48 PMIf they both make the AR, there is no room left for one of these game changing rookies unless they increase the size of the D-line rotation above 6, which I hope they do.
Willie
Lawson
Ceresna
Schmeck or Cornie
M-Bailey
Gatkuoth
Hoping they don't give a roster spot to Gatkuoth like they did Derell Patterson a couple of years ago, can't afford to have mediocre components taking up space on the D-line. Maybe he'll be ready someday but I don't think he's there yet, a year on the PR with a few intervals on the AR won't hurt.
Bit nervous about Gatkuoth, did he impress at all? I could see both Dixon and Jenkins on regular roster
Quote from: theaardvark on May 30, 2026, 03:30:30 PMNot sure if you've noticed, but Obby has another iron in the fire of late. I don't think shwarmas are his top priority, and its probably not a business that is profitable enough to be sold off.
There are plenty of shwarma shops in town. Blady on St. Mary's is amazing.
He also had that large lawsuit against Green Carrot which may have taken up a lot of money. I see most of his stores if not all are closed or temporarily closed now.
Some good battles last night. Texada and Williams at BD. Fredricksen and Singer (WR). Reese, Dixon, and Jenkins (DE). Fletcher, Pace, Young, (DT).
Elgersma looked better. Has a strong arm, very controlled in the pocket, ran well when needed. A couple of high passes, and a bad drop by Singer.
Perkins loves to use his legs. I find he tries to feather the ball into receivers a little to much. Needs to make quicker reads. #3 good SY QB.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 29, 2026, 06:57:35 PMUsually no
I'll eat crow full program
Tip the cap to the Bombers
Frederickson got himself back in the game last night showing a lot of grit but Singer continues to look very smooth, hopefully they both make the team and they extend the battle for the receiver spot into the season. Questions are do they go with 3 natl. receivers and do they need more grit or more polish, they seem to have a fair bit of both quantities at this time which is nice.
Joey Corcoran continues to impress all over the field with his catching, blocking and involvement on ST's, he even got in Sankey's face after he attempted to decapitate Frederickson. He was very visible while Cobb was not. Not dismissing Cobb as he has good versatility in a lot of positions but I think he ends up as the backup waiting to fill in while Clercius and Corcoran rotate at the 5th receiver spot.
Finally spotted Daniels and he was doing a good job as the 6th O-line blocking but not much of a target in the passing game. I don't know if they will have room for him and Vibert on the AR, so he may have to start out on the PR as he can't fill in as a backup O-linemen in game, which is essential.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 30, 2026, 05:33:48 PMIf they both make the AR, there is no room left for one of these game changing rookies unless they increase the size of the D-line rotation above 6, which I hope they do.
Willie
Lawson
Ceresna
Schmeck or Cornie
M-Bailey
Gatkuoth
Hoping they don't give a roster spot to Gatkuoth like they did Derell Patterson a couple of years ago, can't afford to have mediocre components taking up space on the D-line. Maybe he'll be ready someday but I don't think he's there yet, a year on the PR with a few intervals on the AR won't hurt.
That's not true at all. It's simple, remove Ayers for a possible game changing rookie. Keep in mind that Ayers is listed as and used a few times as a DE.
We all know how good Ayers is on ST's but that's the cost to not having an actual DL as a DI. Different season, same story.
Whether Gatkouth or Munier-Bailey are just taking space is somewhat irrelevant. It's about ratio and not about talent on the DL.
I repeat that I like Ayers for his work on ST's but I understand that trade off and I'm not in favour of it. Even one of the rookie LB's might be a better option.
That will ruffle the feathers of a few folks.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 30, 2026, 07:15:53 PMFrederickson got himself back in the game last night showing a lot of grit but Singer continues to look very smooth, hopefully they both make the team and they extend the battle for the receiver spot into the season. Questions are do they go with 3 natl. receivers and do they need more grit or more polish, they seem to have a fair bit of both quantities at this time which is nice.
Joey Corcoran continues to impress all over the field with his catching, blocking and involvement on ST's, he even got in Sankey's face after he attempted to decapitate Frederickson. He was very visible while Cobb was not. Not dismissing Cobb as he has good versatility in a lot of positions but I think he ends up as the backup waiting to fill in while Clercius and Corcoran rotate at the 5th receiver spot.
Finally spotted Daniels and he was doing a good job as the 6th O-line blocking but not much of a target in the passing game. I don't know if they will have room for him and Vibert on the AR, so he may have to start out on the PR as he can't fill in as a backup O-linemen in game, which is essential.
Depends on what you mean make the team. Clearly there is no chance both make the AR due to ratio issues unless we have an injury. Both are better than a 3rd Canadian receiver starting but Demski and Nield will both be starting. That leaves one as a choice for the AR and another on PR.
Vaval hasn't been practising which brings us back to injury issue. If he is off the roster for game one then Singer is the returner and we gain an extra spot.
I was looking for a few players to stand out. Some did and some disappointed.
DL
Dixon was awesome! He was creating pressure through the pass rush and 3 tackles for a loss! Really believe he can become what we've been missing on the DL. Hope he gets to start.
Arnold popped off the page from the inside. He has great speed and great strength up the middle. He really stood out from the others.
Gatkuoth and Bailey were disappointing... They both look undersized out there, and not quick or strong enough to create pressure against the backups. Both are still young so they progress with a full season of development.
QB
Elgersma stays in the pocket so well. I recall games last season where Zach was seeing ghosts, panicking in the pocket before running into a sack. Great zip on the ball, and patience waiting for things to open up. Give him a couple years under the right mentorship and he could be one of the best in the league!
Perkins was fun. Really don't like the comment saying that Perkins is the type of player you can find anytime. Perkins has already accomplished great things passing the ball in other leagues. Give him a few weeks and I think he could fall into a really solid backup roll. He was also really good at QB sneaks, so that will help replace Strev right away!
WR
Only one WR stood out today and that was Fredrickson. One toughish catch broken up but other than that he was getting wide open and catching everything. He was building great chemistry with Elgersma.
Singer dropped that deep one but I wouldn't hold that against him. Better to drop them now rather than the regular season. I recall calling Lawler a bust in his second preseason game for dropping a couple catches he should make.
Daniels looked great! Every run play he was making a great block isolating a linebacker. Played very well without touching the ball.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 07:31:47 PMDepends on what you mean make the team. Clearly there is no chance both make the AR due to ratio issues unless we have an injury. Both are better than a 3rd Canadian receiver starting but Demski and Nield will both be starting. That leaves one as a choice for the AR and another on PR.
Vaval hasn't been practising which brings us back to injury issue. If he is off the roster for game one then Singer is the returner and we gain an extra spot.
I consider PR as making the team, at least they're still in the mix. Game circumstances and ratio are unpredictable and often determine who gets on the AR.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 01:56:13 AMDixon made a good play early in the game. Didn't notice many mistakes. I still think Jenkins makes the AR and Dixon goes to PR. Fletcher and Young could be PR candidates as well.
Haven't seen anything from Reese or Pace tonight.
Our OL back ups have not been bad but who is on the field, where and when is tough to follow. IMO 3 OL end up on PR which includes 1 Canadian and 2 imports.
Reese chased down a QB and got him, showed some speed, at least that what my foggy memory thinks lo
Great thoughts everyone, a really enjoyed the game and can't disagree with what everyone is saying
Who thinks Peterson might be gone? CJOB doesn't as he took Gauthier's place on teams. He didn't look great today at RB but I do like him. Wonder if we have room to keep two extra RBs? I would assume one goes to PR but would they take it? Do we have room on the PR for one if needed. Seams like some very tough decisions here. What did we do last year for our extra RBs in terms of the roster?
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on May 30, 2026, 07:15:53 PMFrederickson got himself back in the game last night showing a lot of grit but Singer continues to look very smooth, hopefully they both make the team and they extend the battle for the receiver spot into the season. Questions are do they go with 3 natl. receivers and do they need more grit or more polish, they seem to have a fair bit of both quantities at this time which is nice.
Joey Corcoran continues to impress all over the field with his catching, blocking and involvement on ST's, he even got in Sankey's face after he attempted to decapitate Frederickson. He was very visible while Cobb was not. Not dismissing Cobb as he has good versatility in a lot of positions but I think he ends up as the backup waiting to fill in while Clercius and Corcoran rotate at the 5th receiver spot.
Finally spotted Daniels and he was doing a good job as the 6th O-line blocking but not much of a target in the passing game. I don't know if they will have room for him and Vibert on the AR, so he may have to start out on the PR as he can't fill in as a backup O-linemen in game, which is essential.
No such thing as a sixth Olinemen. What you have is Olinemen lineing up as tightends.
Quote from: CrazyCanuck89 on May 30, 2026, 09:20:53 PMNo such thing as a sixth Olinemen. What you have is Olinemen lineing up as tightends.
The Bombers have been using 6 O-linemen for years and never called them TE's. Game day roster has to have 1 extra O-linemen available in case of injury, be it Eli or Vibert, Daniels would be extra beyond that and would only come on in place of a receiver.
Quote from: Blueforlife on May 30, 2026, 08:52:57 PMReese chased down a QB and got him, showed some speed, at least that what my foggy memory thinks lo
Great thoughts everyone, a really enjoyed the game and can't disagree with what everyone is saying
Who thinks Peterson might be gone? CJOB doesn't as he took Gauthier's place on teams. He didn't look great today at RB but I do like him. Wonder if we have room to keep two extra RBs? I would assume one goes to PR but would they take it? Do we have room on the PR for one if needed. Seams like some very tough decisions here. What did we do last year for our extra RBs in terms of the roster?
I remember Reese running down the QB. I can't remember if the QB got outside of him and forced the run down. So a learning experience for him possibly.
Peterson is worth keeping around but can they keep him on the AR? I think so, but there are some variables. Is he better than another player choice on ST's? Has MCI moved up for an in game injury insurance at RB.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 09:57:52 PMI remember Reese running down the QB. I can't remember if the QB got outside of him and forced the run down. So a learning experience for him possibly.
Peterson is worth keeping around but can they keep him on the AR? I think so, but there are some variables. Is he better than another player choice on ST's? Has MCI moved up for an in game injury insurance at RB.
Nope, Reese came from the backside and chased down 3rd string QB Salter who is very fleet and caught him by the foot. Question is will players continue to put out that kind of crazy effort once they make the team or do they only play that way when their football future is on the line? See it often with D-linemen, once comfortable they lose their edge, last few years the Bombers have rolled through a lot of these guys.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 09:57:52 PMI remember Reese running down the QB. I can't remember if the QB got outside of him and forced the run down. So a learning experience for him possibly.
Peterson is worth keeping around but can they keep him on the AR? I think so, but there are some variables. Is he better than another player choice on ST's? Has MCI moved up for an in game injury insurance at RB.
Yean I think MCI will backup, Peterson to PR
Reese on PR, things getting interesting
Quote from: Pete on May 30, 2026, 06:43:06 PMBit nervous about Gatkuoth, did he impress at all? I could see both Dixon and Jenkins on regular roster
I didn't notice either 1st or 2nd RDP guys at all in PS. That's really not good for Gatkouth... but as a high-value DP we'll give him time to dev. Daniels may be doing a lot we can't notice until we do OL-study re-watches... which is exceptionally hard to do with the crap streaming. Need things on my computer PVR to do it properly!
I will note that once again our run game wasn't doing jack squat... so if Daniels was supposed to be opening holes... not good.
Quote from: Blue In BC on May 30, 2026, 09:57:52 PMPeterson is worth keeping around but can they keep him on the AR? I think so, but there are some variables. Is he better than another player choice on ST's? Has MCI moved up for an in game injury insurance at RB.
Ya, I like the move to PR Peterson. He will only ever see a snap when Brady gets hurt, and he's not too important on teams. Thus he's basically a wasted NAT roster spot.
Ike showed he can run the ball well enough to cover half a game should Brady go down. The following week we can activate Peterson with Ike backing up. There, every problem solved.
And the upshot is we can roster both Ike & Daniels, if that's what we so choose, for max-blocking and maybe even some more effective hitch screens (which we always suck at). Or Daniels to PR/RR and we can keep a Hallett or Ball on AR.
Quote from: CrazyCanuck89 on May 30, 2026, 09:20:53 PMNo such thing as a sixth Olinemen. What you have is Olinemen lineing up as tightends.
Potato, potatoe. If he's hoggie-sized, tight to the line, and 99% of the time never slips out for a pass target, then to me (especially in the CFL) the dude's a 6th OL.
And even in the NFL the TEs are (almost?) never hoggie-sized. Mobile giants like Kelcey, yes, but not giants
and fat.
Quote from: LXTSN on May 30, 2026, 07:32:43 PMQB
Elgersma stays in the pocket so well. I recall games last season where Zach was seeing ghosts, panicking in the pocket before running into a sack. Great zip on the ball, and patience waiting for things to open up. Give him a couple years under the right mentorship and he could be one of the best in the league!
Ya, Elgersma's a cool customer. He's really unfazed by the chaos around him. He's laser-focused on the reads. Reminds me of Ray.
Too bad he seems to not notice when hands are going up in his passing lane, though. Need to account for those and maybe toss a rainbow deep instead of the shorter blocked pass.
Quote from: LXTSN on May 30, 2026, 07:32:43 PMWR
Only one WR stood out today and that was Fredrickson. One toughish catch broken up but other than that he was getting wide open and catching everything. He was building great chemistry with Elgersma.
Except that seems to be his M.O., going for the difficult contested catch but losing. The effort looks great, but it buys you nothing if he can't seal the deal. It also hints he's not good at separation if there's always a DB draped on him.
Perkins did not look good
I didn't watch the game, but just checked out the game stats.
How did Elgersma end up with 2 defensive tackles if he didn't throw any picks and the Bombers ended up with 0 fumbles?
Quote from: The Fresh Prince Of Belair, MB on June 01, 2026, 05:22:36 PMI didn't watch the game, but just checked out the game stats.
How did Elgersma end up with 2 defensive tackles if he didn't throw any picks and the Bombers ended up with 0 fumbles?
Two #13s. The other was Addison (HB) who got cut.
Quote from: The Fresh Prince Of Belair, MB on June 01, 2026, 05:22:36 PMI didn't watch the game, but just checked out the game stats.
How did Elgersma end up with 2 defensive tackles if he didn't throw any picks and the Bombers ended up with 0 fumbles?
As kkc60 mentioned, those tackles should have been assigned to the other #13 Bryan Addison. Addison wasn't on the depth chart and therefore wasn't listed on the roster of available players for the game. Quite often in pre-season a QB is selected to account for tackles of unlisted players. It just happens there was a QB with the same number in this situation.
I also noticed:
Play 76: #37 R.Texada was credited for a tackle that should have gone to #47 T.Cadwallader
A couple other items were incorrectly entered but have since been corrected in audit.
Ya, I could have sworn I saw a number 18 tackle someone on d. I was like, since when did our punter play d. I still have no idea who the 18 was.