New season, new thread.
Ok. I'll be the 1st to say it. Riders still suck. :)
https://3downnation.com/2026/06/02/toronto-argonauts-sign-kendall-randolph-after-release-from-winnipeg/
Short colour clip of Winnipeg Blue Bombers at BC Lions from August 11, 1960.
Clip is incorrectly dated as 1961.
https://x.com/i/status/2062017896071503984 (https://x.com/i/status/2062017896071503984)
The Riders have, currently are, and will suck.
https://3downnation.com/2026/06/03/cfl-quebec-city-investors-talking-350-million-stadium-on-colisee-site-report/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/06/03/cfl-quebec-city-investors-talking-350-million-stadium-on-colisee-site-report/)
Positive momentum is building towards CFL expansion in Quebec City, according to a new report. The tentative plan, which has yet to be formalized or presented to the government, would see the construction of a 25,000-seat open-air stadium on the site of the Colisée de Québec, the previous home of the NHL's Quebec Nordiques. That venue has been closed since 2015 and is slated for demolition in 2027, opening up prime real estate beside the Centre Vidéotron.
The cost of this new facility is estimated at $350 million, and it could be completed by 2030.
While Bouchard made clear that the idea was a long way from final approval, he indicated that prospective investors have already travelled to Toronto to meet with CFL commissioner Stewart Johnston and that the league is in the process of vetting them. One source working within the league told the commentator that they had complete confidence that Quebec City expansion would take place. A potential name for the franchise was even floated: L'Attaque de Québec.
I'm optimistic!
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 03, 2026, 11:46:01 PMThe cost of this new facility is estimated at $350 million, and it could be completed by 2030.
LOL, nice inflation since the IGF build around 2012, eh? Even with all the cost overruns, we got a great deal! And we're 33500, not piddly 25k!
Sounds awesome!
Let's get that 10th franchise.
Quote from: Tecno on June 04, 2026, 07:44:22 AMLOL, nice inflation since the IGF build around 2012, eh? Even with all the cost overruns, we got a great deal! And we're 33500, not piddly 25k!
BC spent more than that on upgrades for FIFA. I'm not sure what else they really did besides real grass and some other things that needed upgrades.
Quote from: Tecno on June 04, 2026, 07:44:22 AMLOL, nice inflation since the IGF build around 2012, eh? Even with all the cost overruns, we got a great deal! And we're 33500, not piddly 25k!
With all the poo pooing about the IGF build being "too much money for the city/province", I always thought it was a bargain, and each time we see a new stadium proposed or renos to an old one, it just makes it a better deal.
My only quibble with the original IGF plan was that an potential enclosing element was not included. I'm sure they can retrofit some sort of hybrid "golf dome" kind of canopy rigging, but it would have been so cool if they had included the retrofit in the original design.
Quote from: theaardvark on June 04, 2026, 08:54:14 PMWith all the poo pooing about the IGF build being "too much money for the city/province", I always thought it was a bargain, and each time we see a new stadium proposed or renos to an old one, it just makes it a better deal.
My only quibble with the original IGF plan was that an potential enclosing element was not included. I'm sure they can retrofit some sort of hybrid "golf dome" kind of canopy rigging, but it would have been so cool if they had included the retrofit in the original design.
That would come at a crazy upcharge, add roof material, maintenance and rapid deterioration plus all the extra air handling equipment, for sure they'd want to heat it! Leave it alone, it's good for another 100 years.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 04, 2026, 09:01:45 PMThat would come at a crazy upcharge, add roof material, maintenance and rapid deterioration plus all the extra air handling equipment, for sure they'd want to heat it! Leave it alone, it's good for another 100 years.
I'm sure the cost would be excessive, and the upgrades to the electrical and gas services would be needed for fans/heating.
But then its a 365 day event centre. If the changeover is easy enough, you can drop it in spring, and put it back up for GC, concerts, winter classic, etc. I have no idea how the economics worked for the BC Place renos, maybe their market is just that much bigger than ours to host more winter events.
YIKES. Mesidor signs 4 year deal for $20M+ guaranteed with the Chargers. Good on him.
Thiadric Hansen heads home, that guy was a beast.
https://3downnation.com/2026/06/04/cfl-global-trailblazer-three-time-grey-cup-champion-thiadric-hansen-signs-with-frankfurt-galaxy/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/06/04/cfl-global-trailblazer-three-time-grey-cup-champion-thiadric-hansen-signs-with-frankfurt-galaxy/)
Roughriders sign LS Benson, DB Edouard (https://www.tsn.ca/cfl/article/roughriders-sign-canadians-edouard-benson/)
Montreal signs returner Mario Alford.
https://3downnation.com/2026/06/18/montreal-alouettes-sign-award-winning-returner-mario-alford/
Alford had a great PS. Maybe the guy can still do it if he has a fire lit under him. He was sure not giving it all in SSK the last 2 seasons.
Randolph moved to 6 game IR in Toronto.
Are playing getting injured this much, this early or are teams just putting most players onto 6 game IR until they can practice?
Quote from: Tecno on June 19, 2026, 06:03:10 AMAlford had a great PS. Maybe the guy can still do it if he has a fire lit under him. He was sure not giving it all in SSK the last 2 seasons.
Alford can still be dangerous, his age and health make teams hesitant to sign him but he averaged a career high 28.3 yds on kick off returns last season at the age of 34 but he only lasted 11 games.
Argos DB Priester out for season (achilles) (https://www.tsn.ca/cfl/article/argonauts-defensive-back-priester-says-his-2026-season-is-over-due-to-injury/)
Ajou, Ajou, Ajou is back. Will the Riders sign him?
https://3downnation.com/2026/06/30/cfl-reinstates-former-roughriders-receiver-ajou-ajou/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/06/30/cfl-reinstates-former-roughriders-receiver-ajou-ajou/)
"The allegations against Ajou have not been tested in court."
Interesting detail, the CFL renders a sentence based on allegations?
Riders GM stated yearly this year, that he would not be signed by them.
Should head east and start fresh in a new city.
He still has a 6 game suspension before being able to play.
QB Terry Wilson signs with Montreal, according to CFL.ca. Putting the squeeze on Hamilton.
Quote from: VictorRomano on July 06, 2026, 08:46:35 PMQB Terry Wilson signs with Montreal, according to CFL.ca. Putting the squeeze on Hamilton.
He's not as good as Crum and I know nothing about their 3rd string guy Anthony Brown Jr. you think it would be a minor upgrade at best. I am wondering about Alexander's hamstring now.
Hamilton will have to win with what they have for now. I am sure they are beating the bushes today. Wilson wouldn't have been an upgrade for them except at 3rd down specialist.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on June 30, 2026, 10:11:07 PMAjou, Ajou, Ajou is back. Will the Riders sign him?
https://3downnation.com/2026/06/30/cfl-reinstates-former-roughriders-receiver-ajou-ajou/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/06/30/cfl-reinstates-former-roughriders-receiver-ajou-ajou/)
"The allegations against Ajou have not been tested in court."
Interesting detail, the CFL renders a sentence based on allegations?
He signed with Calgary.
Quote from: Pigskin on July 06, 2026, 09:35:43 PMHe signed with Calgary.
And now has to sit our 6 games, right?
Ready for the playoffs...
Quote from: VictorRomano on July 06, 2026, 08:46:35 PMQB Terry Wilson signs with Montreal, according to CFL.ca. Putting the squeeze on Hamilton.
If the move is just to screw up their #1 East rival, that's totally hilarious. And quite evil. If you sense a team needs a QB desperately, all teams go and preventatively sign all remaining couch QBs. LOL. Question: what other couch QBs are there still?
As for Wilson, you could start him in a pinch. He's not horrible. I think he could win 33% on a good team like MTL.
So does the signing of Wilson mean Alexander is going to be out with injury??
Quote from: dd on July 07, 2026, 03:32:49 AMSo does the signing of Wilson mean Alexander is going to be out with injury??
But they had the bye... so they could have signed Dru before we did? They would have known about any Alexander injury by that time, no?
I like the theory of "bleep HAM" better than this one. Pretty sure they start Alexander unless he can't move at all. They just plan around making him not-mobile: more R.Ray, less Mahomes. Alexander admitted to this in the Strevie show last week.
Quote from: Waffler on July 06, 2026, 09:25:53 PMHe's not as good as Crum and I know nothing about their 3rd string guy Anthony Brown Jr. you think it would be a minor upgrade at best. I am wondering about Alexander's hamstring now.
Hamilton will have to win with what they have for now. I am sure they are beating the bushes today. Wilson wouldn't have been an upgrade for them except at 3rd down specialist.
The Als only have the 3 QB's on their roster after parting ways with Caleb Evans, maybe they're looking at Wilson as a development QB on the PR who can someday compete for the #2 job.
Also keeps Wilson away from Hamilton.
All teams need 4 QB's around for the season.
Calgary released that Canadian DB. The kid played a lot last year at Corner. He must have good speed? Well good enough for Safety, maybe? That would allow Kramdi to return to OLB or dime?
Quote from: DM83 on July 08, 2026, 09:14:10 AMCalgary released that Canadian DB. The kid played a lot last year at Corner. He must have good speed? Well good enough for Safety, maybe? That would allow Kramdi to return to OLB or dime?
I think we'd try the in-house options first... If Kramdi goes SAM and ratio is fine then Allen gets his job back once healthy. If we need ratio then Kelly and even Smith have priority, you gotta believe.
If we do pickups, it'll probably be in areas where we are thin, like DL, maybe REC.
The best solution to the "Kramdi question" is for him to just get better. If he's not super fast, then be extra super smart and sniff out the play and get an INT. Be better at run support and blitzing. Find a way to be really good at
something.
Tiger Cats sign Doege.
https://3downnation.com/2026/07/08/hamilton-tiger-cats-sign-veteran-cfl-quarterback-jarret-doege/
I thought I saw the Canadian kid get burned.
Well there ya go, the TI cats season has been saved they signed Doege!! That gives them 3-#3 Qbs but I guess they're trying !!
Quote from: Ridermania on July 08, 2026, 02:33:19 PMTiger Cats sign Doege.
https://3downnation.com/2026/07/08/hamilton-tiger-cats-sign-veteran-cfl-quarterback-jarret-doege/
Always liked Doege but he's never been given much of an opportunity, as part of a 3 QB circus he might come out on top as a future starter.
Disappointed in what we saw from Ford, he seemed to be a better QB 2-3 years ago, maybe he's given up or is an illustrating that Milanovich is not that good at developing QB's if the QB is not already a stud.
Quote from: Ridermania on July 08, 2026, 02:33:19 PMTiger Cats sign Doege.
sign-veteran-cfl-quarterback-jarret-doege
LOL, "Vet", hahahahaha. That's funny. I guess Patterson, Dolegala, and Wilson3 are "vets" then too. :D :D :D ::) ::) :P :P
Good luck Cats! You'd be better off with what you have in-house. I bet HAM drops 1-2 of these guys in a heartbeat when a
real QB shakes free somewhere. They must be sniffing for trades right about now.
Ironically, they probably would trade their soul for Zach right now. It would make the $ we paid for Dru look like peanuts. Not that I'd trade Zach, ever... but I'd be interested in hearing what they are offering. If we're clearly not going anywhere this season, and unlikely to make the playoffs, by the trade deadline, and we know for sure Zach is retiring in '27.... hmmm. Zach goes "home" and ends the drought for HAM then retires?
Around goes the QB carousel in Hamilaton:
Ticats sign QB Harrison Frost
https://www.cfl.ca/2026/07/15/ticats-sign-quarterback-harrison-frost/
"HAMILTON — The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced on Wednesday the team has signed American quarterback Harrison Frost.
Frost, 27, returns to the Tiger-Cats after spending the 2026 UFL season with the St. Louis Battlehawks, where he appeared in four games, made three starts, and completed 57 of 107 passes for 719 yards and seven touchdowns, adding one rushing touchdown.
He previously spent two seasons with Hamilton (2024-25), appearing in 17 regular season games and completing eight of 12 pass attempts (66.7 per cent) for 95 yards and one touchdown. Frost also spent time with the XFL's Seattle Sea Dragons in 2023.
The six-foot-one, 194-pound native of Kennesaw, Georgia, concluded his collegiate career at West Georgia after beginning at Mercer University. Across 54 collegiate games from 2018-22, Frost completed 635 of 1,049 pass attempts (60.5 per cent) for 7,777 yards and 59 touchdowns, including 6,730 passing yards and 50 touchdowns over two seasons at West Georgia."
Alouettes LB Awe to have hearing (https://www.tsn.ca/cfl/article/report-alouettes-lb-awe-to-have-hearing-for-hit-on-adams-jr/)
QuoteAccording to 680 CJOB's Derek Taylor, Awe has the most appearances on the fine/suspension list (10) than any other player since 2017.
It sure looks to me like Dolegala goes back to SY and Ford gets the pink slip. Doege and Frost getting tryouts for the lead role.
Quote from: bomberjunkie on July 15, 2026, 05:10:01 PMIt sure looks to me like Dolegala goes back to SY and Ford gets the pink slip. Doege and Frost getting tryouts for the lead role.
I don't know why... Ford is the versatile one. Adds a bit of a Strevy element, maybe get him doing SY and running the trick plays.
Remember the "sneak" Ford did in our first game this season and got like 30Y?? That's his forte.
Quote from: Tecno on July 15, 2026, 11:49:04 PMI don't know why... Ford is the versatile one. Adds a bit of a Strevy element, maybe get him doing SY and running the trick plays.
Remember the "sneak" Ford did in our first game this season and got like 30Y?? That's his forte.
I'm in agreement with you, but Milo has already given a majority, if not all, SY reps to Dolegala this year. I would imagine he goes back to this arrangement once he figures out who his starting QB is.
CFL.ca
Elks D.
"The pass defence is ball hawking, tops in the league with six interceptions, while standing second in opponents' completion percentage (67.9) and knockdowns (20).
Impressively, Edmonton's opposing quarterbacks have been forced to a league-low of just 88.3 in the efficiency rating stats.
As well, the defence has forced a league-high seven fumbles and 16 total turnovers, helping the Elks to the number one perch with a plus-seven in the giveaways-takeaways column."
Quote from: Tecno on July 15, 2026, 11:49:04 PMI don't know why... Ford is the versatile one. Adds a bit of a Strevy element, maybe get him doing SY and running the trick plays.
Remember the "sneak" Ford did in our first game this season and got like 30Y?? That's his forte.
It's funny, I remember wanting Ford here so much. Now it's like what you got? Not much? I do feel he has more than what he's show, but perhaps not? Kind of disappointing.
I think it is time for Ford to Sinopoli... and follow his twin into the DB world.
3 players, 4 fines
Awe (maximum), Baldonado (×2) & Murray fined
CFL fines week 6 (https://www.cfl.ca/2026/07/16/awe-receives-max-fine-two-others-fined-for-actions-in-week-6/)
QuoteI think it is time for Ford to Sinopoli... and follow his twin into the DB world.
May be, if he can't get time at Qb in Hamilton right now, I'd say he's done as a Qb
News: DC #Defenders star DE Derick Roberson is heading to the #CFL's Saskatchewan Roughriders, per sources.
Roberson is fresh off an All-#UFL campaign, with 28 pressures & 7 sacks with DC this year.
Set to join a #Roughriders team that is already 4-1.
Quote from: The Zipp on July 17, 2026, 05:17:41 PMNews: DC #Defenders star DE Derick Roberson is heading to the #CFL's Saskatchewan Roughriders, per sources.
Roberson is fresh off an All-#UFL campaign, with 28 pressures & 7 sacks with DC this year.
Set to join a #Roughriders team that is already 4-1.
Is this some kind of big news? Why should we care?
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on July 17, 2026, 05:22:05 PMIs this some kind of big news? Why should we care?
This is the non-Bombers thread for CFL news. You lost?
Quote from: blue_gold_84 on July 17, 2026, 05:25:14 PMThis is the non-Bombers thread for CFL news. You lost?
No but the news should have some significance, can't report every Tom, Dick and Roberson that comes and goes or gets lost along the way.
I see Ottawa added Nkuba Shadwell the 2nd to their PR recently....hmmmm, wonder if he likes dogs or cats?
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on July 17, 2026, 06:33:59 PMNo but the news should have some significance, can't report every Tom, Dick and Roberson that comes and goes or gets lost along the way.
I see Ottawa added Nkuba Shadwell the 2nd to their PR recently....hmmmm, wonder if he likes dogs or cats?
dude was one of the best players in the UFL. if you don't like the info move along.
he may suck in the cfl - or not
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on July 17, 2026, 06:33:59 PMNo but the news should have some significance, can't report every Tom, Dick and Roberson that comes and goes or gets lost along the way.
You replied initially with "why should we care?" but you seemed to care enough to post a reply to it.
What should the threshold of significance be?
The Riders signed a player and that news was posted in this thread. That seems pretty reasonable to me.
Quote from: dd on July 17, 2026, 03:45:00 AMMay be, if he can't get time at Qb in Hamilton right now, I'd say he's done as a Qb
He's going to be starting this week, so at least one more shot.
Just when you think things can't get stranger....
Shawn Lemon is back.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11974146/defensive-linemen-lemon-hendrix-back-with-argos/
Wow, he's back?? Does he have anything in the tank?? Never new he played for all but 1 franchise in the cfl, that must be a record
Quote from: dd on July 22, 2026, 03:32:33 AMWow, he's back?? Does he have anything in the tank?? Never new he played for all but 1 franchise in the cfl, that must be a record
I think Kevin Glenn played for every team in the CFL.
Quote from: Horseman on July 22, 2026, 03:44:01 AMI think Kevin Glenn played for every team in the CFL.
He was on every team, I think there was one (OTT?) he didn't take a snap for...
Quote from: theaardvark on July 22, 2026, 04:14:32 AMHe was on every team, I think there was one (OTT?) he didn't take a snap for...
He didn't take a snap for the Argonauts (2004), RedBlacks (2014), or Eskimos (2018).
His rights have been held by every CFL team.
Stampeders re-sign WR Alford (https://www.cfl.ca/2026/07/22/stamps-bring-back-receiver-damien-alford-sign-defensive-back-lance-boykin/)
Quote from: blue_gold_84 on July 22, 2026, 08:24:50 PMStampeders re-sign WR Alford (https://www.cfl.ca/2026/07/22/stamps-bring-back-receiver-damien-alford-sign-defensive-back-lance-boykin/)
Aw, nuts.
Lions add Tyrie Adams, could be an indication Rourke is out for awhile.
2026-07-21 BC ADAMS, Tyrie QB A Western Carolina ADD Active Roste
Quote from: Waffler on July 21, 2026, 11:40:36 PMJust when you think things can't get stranger....
Shawn Lemon is back.
https://globalnews.ca/news/11974146/defensive-linemen-lemon-hendrix-back-with-argos/
No surprise with Bob Barker back in charge of Argo player personnel.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on July 22, 2026, 09:13:41 PMNo surprise with Bob Barker back in charge of Argo player personnel.
(https://media.tenor.com/CYO9ikcguC0AAAAM/happy-gilmore-bob-barker.gif)
Quote from: blue_gold_84 on July 23, 2026, 12:55:45 PM(https://media.tenor.com/CYO9ikcguC0AAAAM/happy-gilmore-bob-barker.gif)
:D :D :D
From the CFL transaction page:
Toronto Argonauts added Blue Bombers draft pick Brady Lidster to the practice roster on July 15. Yesterday, Lidster was moved to the active roster. It seems like the Lirim Hajrullahu misses recently have consequences. No followup move involving Hajrullahu yet.
FIVE FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 7; TWO ADDITIONAL WEEK 6 FINES LEVIED
Department of Health, Safety and Integrity issues player discipline
TORONTO (July 23, 2026) – The Canadian Football League (CFL) Department of Health, Safety and Integrity manages league discipline, while the Office of the Commissioner oversees suspendible offences.
The Department – which includes Chief Football Operations Officer Greg Dick, Vice-President of Officiating Darren Hackwood, Vice-President of Football Operations and Player Safety Eric Noivo and Associate Vice-President of Football Operations Ryan Janzen – has issued five fines from Week 7.
Edmonton linebacker Jadon Pearson has been fined for delivering a blindside block on BC fullback Riley Pickett.
Montreal defensive lineman Kylan Guidry has been fined for delivering a high hit on Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams Jr.
Montreal defensive back Lorenzo Burns has been fined for delivering a dangerous tackle on Calgary wide receiver Clark Barnes.
Toronto linebacker Jalen Rayam has been fined for delivering a blindside block on Hamilton fullback Daniel Bell.
Winnipeg defensive tackle Michael Fletcher has been fined for delivering a high hit on Ottawa quarterback Jake Maier.
Upon further review, two additional fines have been issued from Week 6.
Hamilton running back Larry Rountree III has been fined for delivering a low block on Saskatchewan defensive lineman Desmond Evans.
Ottawa defensive lineman Habakkuk Baldonado has been fined for violating the player code of conduct.
Per CFL policy, the league does not announce:
Amounts of player fines
Discipline related to dress code violations
Discipline involving teams or staff
Discipline involving players who have been released
https://press.cfl.ca/five-fined-for-actions-in-week-7-two-additional-week-6-fines-levied (https://press.cfl.ca/five-fined-for-actions-in-week-7-two-additional-week-6-fines-levied)
It is interesting that the CFL issued a fine for a Blindside Block that was not penalized but did not issue a fine for a pair of Blindside Blocks that were penalized including the one by Tommy Nield. for the Blindside Block by Tommy Nield. I missed that Rayam was penalized & fined.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on July 23, 2026, 09:34:53 PMFIVE FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 7; TWO ADDITIONAL WEEK 6 FINES LEVIED
Department of Health, Safety and Integrity issues player discipline
TORONTO (July 23, 2026) – The Canadian Football League (CFL) Department of Health, Safety and Integrity manages league discipline, while the Office of the Commissioner oversees suspendible offences.
The Department – which includes Chief Football Operations Officer Greg Dick, Vice-President of Officiating Darren Hackwood, Vice-President of Football Operations and Player Safety Eric Noivo and Associate Vice-President of Football Operations Ryan Janzen – has issued five fines from Week 7.
Edmonton linebacker Jadon Pearson has been fined for delivering a blindside block on BC fullback Riley Pickett.
Montreal defensive lineman Kylan Guidry has been fined for delivering a high hit on Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams Jr.
Montreal defensive back Lorenzo Burns has been fined for delivering a dangerous tackle on Calgary wide receiver Clark Barnes.
Toronto linebacker Jalen Rayam has been fined for delivering a blindside block on Hamilton fullback Daniel Bell.
Winnipeg defensive tackle Michael Fletcher has been fined for delivering a high hit on Ottawa quarterback Jake Maier.
Upon further review, two additional fines have been issued from Week 6.
Hamilton running back Larry Rountree III has been fined for delivering a low block on Saskatchewan defensive lineman Desmond Evans.
Ottawa defensive lineman Habakkuk Baldonado has been fined for violating the player code of conduct.
Per CFL policy, the league does not announce:
Amounts of player fines
Discipline related to dress code violations
Discipline involving teams or staff
Discipline involving players who have been released
https://press.cfl.ca/five-fined-for-actions-in-week-7-two-additional-week-6-fines-levied (https://press.cfl.ca/five-fined-for-actions-in-week-7-two-additional-week-6-fines-levied)
It is interesting that the CFL issued a fine for a Blindside Block that was not penalized but did not issue a fine for a pair of Blindside Blocks that were penalized including the one by Tommy Nield.
See Tony jones playing with an exposed midriff, is that a violation of the dress code?
Derek Taylor made a post that said the CFL has fined 4 players over 7 games for high hits on Vernon Adams.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on July 23, 2026, 08:49:28 PMFrom the CFL transaction page:
Toronto Argonauts added Blue Bombers draft pick Brady Lidster to the practice roster on July 15. Yesterday, Lidster was moved to the active roster. It seems like the Lirim Hajrullahu misses recently have consequences. No followup move involving Hajrullahu yet.
Argos injury report shows Hajrullahu (not-injury related) as out. Lidster will be the kicker.
Side note: I continue to see more misspelling of Lirim than I do Hajrullahu.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on July 22, 2026, 09:13:41 PMNo surprise with Bob Barker back in charge of Argo player personnel.
...Come on down, you're the next contestant on the price is right! 😂
Quote from: Jesse on July 23, 2026, 10:41:13 PMDerek Taylor made a post that said the CFL has fined 4 players over 7 games for high hits on Vernon Adams.
Every hit on VAJ is a high hit. The dude is like 3'5". To get a low hit on VAJ you'd need to tunnel underground.
Anyone want to bet on when Lemon gets into the lineup? ;)
Blindside blocks get fined when they are egregious and intentional. Neild's was borderline at best, yes he was going towards his own line, but he was in full view of the blocked player.
Quote from: theaardvark on July 24, 2026, 05:45:51 PMAnyone want to bet on when Lemon gets into the lineup? ;)
Blindside blocks get fined when they are egregious and intentional. Neild's was borderline at best, yes he was going towards his own line, but he was in full view of the blocked player.
Yes, I agree. That was a very weak call.
Quote from: theaardvark on July 24, 2026, 05:45:51 PMNeild's was borderline at best, yes he was going towards his own line, but he was in full view of the blocked player.
Look again, that player had no idea a hit was coming. That's why it's called "blindside".
The rule book says it has to be "forceful". Nield's hit was. If the dude gets knocked back or off his feet, that's forceful. He would have to have gotten more in front of the guy and just gotten in the way. That's perfectly legal.
Yes, sometimes what he did goes unflagged. But in general that's a flag in the CFL nowadays.
🔹 BC Lions signed DL Lorenzo Mauldin
🔹 Kaidon Salter expected to start at QB for BC - Farhan Lalji
🔹 Chad Kelly not expected to miss any time for Toronto
🔹 MBT away from RedBlacks for a couple of days. Approved by team & not an emergency
🔹 Lewis Ward expected to be the kicker for Ottawa this week. Lauther injured in last game. Gettman to do kickoffs.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on July 27, 2026, 08:55:32 PM🔹 BC Lions signed DL Lorenzo Mauldin
🔹 Kaidon Salter expected to start at QB for BC - Farhan Lalji
🔹 Chad Kelly not expected to miss any time for Toronto
🔹 MBT away from RedBlacks for a couple of days. Approved by team & not an emergency
🔹 Lewis Ward expected to be the kicker for Ottawa this week. Lauther injured in last game. Gettman to do kickoffs.
Now that's how to give folks information. Others take note. It doesn't take a wall of text.
Ottawa fire defensive coordinator, William Fields.
https://3downnation.com/2026/08/01/ottawa-redblacks-fire-william-fields-move-jeff-reinebold-to-defensive-coordinator/
Riders hit with the injury bug big time.
Tevaughn Campbell, Kian Schaffer-Baker, AJ Ouelette and Rolan Milligan all 6 gamed.
https://3downnation.com/2026/08/06/saskatchewan-roughriders-place-tevaughn-campbell-kian-schaffer-baker-on-six-game-injured-list/
https://3downnation.com/2026/07/31/saskatchewan-roughriders-add-a-j-ouellette-rolan-milligan-jr-to-six-game-injured-list/
Quote from: Ridermania on August 06, 2026, 05:20:15 PMRiders hit with the injury bug big time.
Tevaughn Campbell, Kian Schaffer-Baker, AJ Ouelette and Rolan Milligan all 6 gamed.
https://3downnation.com/2026/08/06/saskatchewan-roughriders-place-tevaughn-campbell-kian-schaffer-baker-on-six-game-injured-list/
https://3downnation.com/2026/07/31/saskatchewan-roughriders-add-a-j-ouellette-rolan-milligan-jr-to-six-game-injured-list/
All of these guys spent a lot of time on the IR. To bad, all good players.
Tyjuan Garbutt and Shemar Bridges both released by Hamilton today. Bridges was an East Division All Star in 2024.
We've gotten way better than garbutt on our DL. And I never liked Bridges. Inconsistent, and usually not a good fantasy pick.
If we can't even get our 2 promising rookie imps on the field, how would we get bridges?
Quote from: VictorRomano on August 20, 2026, 08:22:13 PMTyjuan Garbutt and Shemar Bridges both released by Hamilton today. Bridges was an East Division All Star in 2024.
Bridges has good height 6'-4" but not a lot of grit, I'd give him a whirl next TC if he was healthy and wants to compete for a spot. Good rookie season means he has enough talent to ball, I think injuries and the arrival of Lawler stole his thunder.
Riders sign WR Shemar Bridges.
https://3downnation.com/2026/08/25/saskatchewan-roughriders-sign-shemar-bridges-after-release-from-hamilton/
Lions sign Lawrence Woods. Db / returner.
Quote from: theaardvark on July 24, 2026, 05:45:51 PMAnyone want to bet on when Lemon gets into the lineup? ;)
Blindside blocks get fined when they are egregious and intentional. Neild's was borderline at best, yes he was going towards his own line, but he was in full view of the blocked player.
I underestimated Shawn Lemon's ability, but it can't be denied he can get after QB's, in 4 games with the Argos he has 9 DT's, 6 sacks, and a forced fumble. On and off he's been in the CFL since 2011, probably headed for the HoF.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on August 25, 2026, 08:16:31 PMOn and off he's been in the CFL since 2011, probably headed for the HoF.
I don't know... His poor conduct and suspensions may preclude him from hof. It's not a good look.
What are they gonna do, put a framed betting slip under his bust?
Quote from: Tecno on August 25, 2026, 11:38:24 PMI don't know... His poor conduct and suspensions may preclude him from hof. It's not a good look.
What are they gonna do, put a framed betting slip under his bust?
:D
Not a chance he gets in. People in the H o F have had outstanding careers and have done so with class and integrity, there is a level of character requirement to get into the hall and although he's had a decent career he certainly does not qualify on an integrity basis
Interesting Garbutt released by Ottawa, and Adam's now on the Riders PR.
JOHNSON AND BETTS FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 12
TORONTO (August 28, 2026) – The Canadian Football League (CFL) Department of Health, Safety and Integrity manages league discipline, while the Office of the Commissioner oversees suspendible offences.
- Montreal defensive lineman Mustafa Johnson has been fined for unnecessary roughness on Ottawa offensive lineman Giordano Vaccaro.
- BC defensive lineman Mathieu Betts has been fined for committing a non-football action, striking Saskatchewan offensive lineman Daniel Johnson.
https://press.cfl.ca/johnson-and-betts-fined-for-actions-in-week-12 (https://press.cfl.ca/johnson-and-betts-fined-for-actions-in-week-12)
Danny Maciocia and Jason Maas Signed Two-Year Contract ExtensionsMontreal, September 1, 2026 – The Montreal Alouettes announced Tuesday that they have signed Senior Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager Danny Maciocia, as well as Head Coach Jason Maas, to two-year contract extensions.
Maciocia is now under contract through the 2031 season, while Maas is signed through the 2030 campaign.
https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/danny-maciocia-and-jason-maas-signed-two-year-contract-extensions (https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/danny-maciocia-and-jason-maas-signed-two-year-contract-extensions)
QB CALEB EVANS BACK IN THE NEST Montreal, September 1, 2026 – The Montreal Alouettes announced Tuesday that they have signed American quarterback Caleb Evans to a one-year contract.
https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/qb-caleb-evans-back-in-the-nest (https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/qb-caleb-evans-back-in-the-nest)
From Didier Orméjuste (RDS PBP)
- Davis Alexander is at practice, but Dustin Crum is taking the reps with the starters. Alexander appears to be wearing a compression sleeve on his right leg
- Alexander just now got a few reps with the first unit. He appears to be limping a little
I have seen some speculation that the Caleb Evans signing might be insurance just in case Alexander is out.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 01, 2026, 07:13:10 PMDanny Maciocia and Jason Maas Signed Two-Year Contract Extensions
Montreal, September 1, 2026 – The Montreal Alouettes announced Tuesday that they have signed Senior Vice President of Football Operations and General Manager Danny Maciocia, as well as Head Coach Jason Maas, to two-year contract extensions.
Maciocia is now under contract through the 2031 season, while Maas is signed through the 2030 campaign.
https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/danny-maciocia-and-jason-maas-signed-two-year-contract-extensions (https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/danny-maciocia-and-jason-maas-signed-two-year-contract-extensions)
QB CALEB EVANS BACK IN THE NEST
Montreal, September 1, 2026 – The Montreal Alouettes announced Tuesday that they have signed American quarterback Caleb Evans to a one-year contract.
https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/qb-caleb-evans-back-in-the-nest (https://en.montrealalouettes.com/article/qb-caleb-evans-back-in-the-nest)
From Didier Orméjuste (RDS PBP)
- Davis Alexander is at practice, but Dustin Crum is taking the reps with the starters. Alexander appears to be wearing a compression sleeve on his right leg
- Alexander just now got a few reps with the first unit. He appears to be limping a little
I have seen some speculation that the Caleb Evans signing might be insurance just in case Alexander is out.
I see the Lions recently released Tyrie Adams for any team in the market for a Caleb Evans like mobile QB with questionable ability to read the field, Tre Ford gets all the breaks!
More than happy with Perkins and hope they soon expand his role as he seems both capable and intelligent.
Interesting the mtl dynamic duo only get 2 years. I wonder who lobbied for that: them, or the prez.
Quote from: Tecno on September 02, 2026, 07:26:22 AMInteresting the mtl dynamic duo only get 2 years. I wonder who lobbied for that: them, or the prez.
Loosening of the coaching cap could increase salary, so not a lot of reason to sign longer term deals.
BOND SUSPENDED FOR VIOLATING CFL/CFLPA DRUG POLICY
BC fullback receives two-game ban for positive test
TORONTO (September 2, 2026) – Under the Canadian Football League (CFL) and the CFL Players' Association's joint drug policy, BC fullback Jacob Bond has been suspended for two games after testing positive for the banned substance D-amfetamine, which is classified as a non-specified stimulant on the policy's Prohibited List.
https://press.cfl.ca/bond-suspended-for-violating-cflcflpa-drug-policy (https://press.cfl.ca/bond-suspended-for-violating-cflcflpa-drug-policy)
Seems like a pretty light sentence if this substance enhanced his performance for who knows how many games or seasons before the random test caught him. Some players go a couple of seasons without getting picked for a test.
And to clarify, this isn't our ex db bonds, this is just bond. Like James bond.
Excellent video explains some of the mechanics involved in playing QB and calling plays, too bad Zach didn't participate.
https://www.sportsnet.ca/cfl/article/football-canada-u-sports-not-implementing-cfl-changes-for-2027-season/
Football Canada, the national governing body that oversees local, regional, and provincial amateur leagues, indicated that it does not intend to follow the CFL's rule changes, including the changes to field dimensions and locations of the goalposts in the end zone.
One issue is that CFL and U Sports teams share facilities in Montreal, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Regina.
Quote from: Tecno on September 03, 2026, 05:38:11 AMSeems like a pretty light sentence if this substance enhanced his performance for who knows how many games or seasons before the random test caught him. Some players go a couple of seasons without getting picked for a test.
And to clarify, this isn't our ex db bonds, this is just bond. Like James bond.
that seems to be the same amount of games Harris got a couple of years ago for the same offense, so its consistent to what they dole out for such a foul.
Quote from: Waffler on September 04, 2026, 12:02:48 AMhttps://www.sportsnet.ca/cfl/article/football-canada-u-sports-not-implementing-cfl-changes-for-2027-season/
Football Canada, the national governing body that oversees local, regional, and provincial amateur leagues, indicated that it does not intend to follow the CFL's rule changes, including the changes to field dimensions and locations of the goalposts in the end zone.
One issue is that CFL and U Sports teams share facilities in Montreal, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Regina.
For many weeks starting next fall a crew will have to alter the chalk lines and move the goal posts at PAS to switch between the Bombers and the Bisons. This will add considerable expense and is the result of the CFL commissioner not consulting with any of the affected parties. This could be looked at as a declaration of war by Football Canada.
Quote from: Waffler on September 04, 2026, 12:02:48 AMhttps://www.sportsnet.ca/cfl/article/football-canada-u-sports-not-implementing-cfl-changes-for-2027-season/
Football Canada, the national governing body that oversees local, regional, and provincial amateur leagues, indicated that it does not intend to follow the CFL's rule changes, including the changes to field dimensions and locations of the goalposts in the end zone.
One issue is that CFL and U Sports teams share facilities in Montreal, Calgary, Winnipeg, and Regina.
Bravo Football Canada, finally somebody grew a pair and stood up against these bogus bogus rule changes. Hopefully the additional expense of moving goal posts and lines etc is borne by the professional league insisting on these changes and not amateur sport.
Quote from: dd on September 04, 2026, 01:54:27 AMBravo Football Canada, finally somebody grew a pair and stood up against these bogus bogus rule changes.
Yup. I'm thrilled u sports and the other leagues are putting pressure on Johnston. They're basically saying "we considered your radical changes for a whole year and have concluded you're batpoop crazy".
Don't underestimate the pressure this puts on Johnston. Sanity may still prevail.
QuoteYup. I'm thrilled u sports and the other leagues are putting pressure on Johnston. They're basically saying "we considered your radical changes for a whole year and have concluded you're batpoop crazy".
Don't underestimate the pressure this puts on Johnston. Sanity may still prevail.
Theysaw right threw these ill-conceived changes and refused to be intimidated by the cfl, and follow along and be puppets, good on them. And it looks great that the largest football group in Canada says augh....no to your changes. Crushes big stews credibility.
Quote from: dd on September 04, 2026, 03:34:37 AMTheysaw right threw these ill-conceived changes and refused to be intimidated by the cfl, and follow along and be puppets, good on them. And it looks great that the largest football group in Canada says augh....no to your changes. Crushes big stews credibility.
This means hundreds of community fields across the country will avoid the expense of making rash alterations. Football Canada may also decide not to follow the CFL in any recent or proposed changes to game play.
Quote from: Tecno on September 04, 2026, 02:44:32 AMYup. I'm thrilled u sports and the other leagues are putting pressure on Johnston. They're basically saying "we considered your radical changes for a whole year and have concluded you're batpoop crazy".
Don't underestimate the pressure this puts on Johnston. Sanity may still prevail.
This is all totally normal stuff and won't make a difference to the CFL's plans. After all, the NCAA and NFL rules differ quite in a bit even if the field dimensions are the same. Other sports differ at different levels of play also. USports doesn't really have a substantial following so I'm sure they'll align over time. The CFL is also playing nice by saying they'll pay to retrofit the field in shared spaces but I am sure they won't do it forever. Suspect they may have to with some stadium agreements but those things change and evolve too - albeit more slowly.
And I kinda like that there's a variation. If the old rules are valued by the market in any meaningful way we should see a rise of attention and attendance at USports. Anyone want to guess how likely that is?
I can't see PAS making changes for FG posts. Maybe chalking the field, but the posts?
There are variables in different field at different levels. Not sure if any minor league fields still have the H field goal posts on the goal line, but I am sure they used those after the pro's got the offset posts.
And its not going to make any difference to players learning the game in USports (still hate than name, it literally says US right at the start, how is that Canadian?) moving up to CFL, or high school moving to Usports or NCAA (Now, NCAA has a C in it, why can't ours?)
Yes, the new rules mean we miss out on a handful of explosive missed FG returns, and no winning the game on a walk off missed FG. (Maybe we need better kickers so the "missed FG play no longer exists?)
But, overall, until we see whether the changes make the game faster and higher scoring overall, I'm willing to give them the benefit of the doubt. After all, they were Unanimously approved by everyone with actual skin in the game, the owners.
STAFFORD, TA'ALA AND MORGAN FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 13TORONTO (September 3, 2026) – The Canadian Football League (CFL) Department of Health, Safety and Integrity manages league discipline, while the Office of the Commissioner oversees suspendible offences.
The Department – which includes Chief Football Operations Officer Greg Dick, Vice-President of Officiating Darren Hackwood, Vice-President of Football Operations and Player Safety Eric Noivo and Associate Vice-President of Football Operations Ryan Janzen – has issued four fines from Week 13.
- Ottawa defensive lineman Jelani Stafford has been fined for delivering a high hit on BC quarterback Nathan Rourke.
- Ottawa defensive lineman Blessman Ta'ala has been fined for delivering a low hit on BC quarterback Nathan Rourke.
- Ottawa linebacker Nyles Morgan has been fined for two separate actions:
- Committing non-football acts on BC fullback Riley Pickett.
- Delivering a blindside block on BC offensive lineman Michael Couture.
https://press.cfl.ca/stafford-taala-and-morgan-fined-for-actions-in-week-13 (https://press.cfl.ca/stafford-taala-and-morgan-fined-for-actions-in-week-13)
Bahaha "committing non football acts on someone" is a vaguely hilarious description.
Quote from: Tecno on September 04, 2026, 02:44:32 AMYup. I'm thrilled u sports and the other leagues are putting pressure on Johnston. They're basically saying "we considered your radical changes for a whole year and have concluded you're batpoop crazy".
Don't underestimate the pressure this puts on Johnston. Sanity may still prevail.
I don't think anyone ever expected anyone to follow the CFL. There was no way for any other field to pay for the changes. It's be irrelevant to the CFL as they never considered or consulted football Canada in the first place.
Which is a huge criticism on my part, as I still believe the CFL was hugely in the wrong for attempting to make a unilateral decision without consulting the organizations that have kept the league afloat over the years.
Quote from: Jesse on September 04, 2026, 04:59:22 PMI don't think anyone ever expected anyone to follow the CFL. There was no way for any other field to pay for the changes. It's be irrelevant to the CFL as they never considered or consulted football Canada in the first place.
Which is a huge criticism on my part, as I still believe the CFL was hugely in the wrong for attempting to make a unilateral decision without consulting the organizations that have kept the league afloat over the years.
In reality changing the field back and forth only becomes a burden in the 4 venues the CFL shares with Usports. I have no idea of the cost or complexity of this task, but it seems reasonable that the CFL as a whole should pickup the tab as it is their initiative.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 04, 2026, 05:15:27 PMIn reality changing the field back and forth only becomes a burden in the 4 venues the CFL shares with Usports. I have no idea of the cost or complexity of this task, but it seems reasonable that the CFL as a whole should pickup the tab as it is their initiative.
Wade originally said it wouldn't be a big deal but that was in the middle of damage control in the initial back lash.
We'll see what actually happens long term.
Quote from: Jesse on September 04, 2026, 06:00:28 PMWade originally said it wouldn't be a big deal but that was in the middle of damage control in the initial back lash.
We'll see what actually happens long term.
I doubt they waver now, a large decline in attendance and a riot or two may cause them to rethink after next season. Heard a lot of grumbling on podcasts from long term season ticket holders who have seen their seats magically teleport from the playing field into the endzone without the offer of a discount, questioning renewal and sewing seeds of discontent.
These changes combined with a possible poor record this year could hurt season ticket numbers but overall not really worried about either
I would prefer is the field didn't change, we shall see
Some folks would have to be accommodated with their seats going from decent to pretty bad
Stampeders sign former Bomber Colin Kornelson.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/04/calgary-stampeders-sign-former-winnipeg-blue-bomber-colin-kornelson/
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/04/calgary-stampeders-sign-former-winnipeg-blue-bomber-colin-kornelson/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/09/04/calgary-stampeders-sign-former-winnipeg-blue-bomber-colin-kornelson/)
Quote from: Ridermania on September 04, 2026, 07:27:24 PMStampeders sign former Bomber Colin Kornelson.
So weird, every single season cgy signs one of our castoffs at the last minute. Every single season. And much of the time they never see the AR, let alone the field.
Tinfoil says they are buying the book again. Never forget biggie admitted as much.
Quote from: Sir Blue and Gold on September 04, 2026, 03:05:19 PMThis is all totally normal stuff and won't make a difference to the CFL's plans. After all, the NCAA and NFL rules differ quite in a bit even if the field dimensions are the same.
It's stakeholders giving Johnston the middle finger. It's them saying the changes are dumb. If they were good, they'd happily adopt them to keep things uniform. They would use their leverage to get the CFL to pay for most of it.
You're downplaying the rift. Name one other way the field and post differ between u and CFL. It's kind of the basis for everything, not some minor clock tweak. Does the field or post differ between NCAA and NFL? Didn't think so.
Bringing up the popularity of u sports is a straw man and red herring. Canada has never had a football culture like the USA. Imagine a team that is 100% nats, and then subtract around 5 years of development. Not that many are interested, and post placement is irrelevant to that.
Quote from: Tecno on September 04, 2026, 11:01:49 PMIt's stakeholders giving Johnston the middle finger. It's them saying the changes are dumb. If they were good, they'd happily adopt them to keep things uniform. They would use their leverage to get the CFL to pay for most of it.
You're downplaying the rift. Name one other way the field and post differ between u and CFL. It's kind of the basis for everything, not some minor clock tweak. Does the field or post differ between NCAA and NFL? Didn't think so.
Bringing up the popularity of u sports is a straw man and red herring. Canada has never had a football culture like the USA. Imagine a team that is 100% nats, and then subtract around 5 years of development. Not that many are interested, and post placement is irrelevant to that.
There was never a chance they'd adopt the changes. There's no money to do so and the CFL couldn't afford to change all the fields in the country even if they wanted to.
It's an obvious conclusion that everyone knew would be the case. The CFL could have told you this would happen if they even bothered to think about it.
Quote from: Jesse on September 04, 2026, 11:34:37 PMThere was never a chance they'd adopt the changes. There's no money to do so and the CFL couldn't afford to change all the fields in the country even if they wanted to.
Maybe. But one thing is for sure, if u had followed the CFL with the field changes, then the changes would be set in stone. The fact they didn't means that the CFL change is reversible. Johnston could get sane, or fired, and there's nothing stopping us from going back to the real field.
Every team will have painted lines after this change. No one will gamble on stitched anymore.
Quote from: Tecno on September 04, 2026, 11:39:56 PMMaybe. But one thing is for sure, if u had followed the CFL with the field changes, then the changes would be set in stone. The fact they didn't means that the CFL change is reversible. Johnston could get sane, or fired, and there's nothing stopping us from going back to the real field.
Every team will have painted lines after this change. No one will gamble on stitched anymore.
I hope it's reversible because I think the changes are stupid. But the opinions of fans or amateur football were not a part of the equation so this doesn't have any impact.
If the changes were tied to the TV deal, it doesn't matter how much we complain unless the tv numbers are a huge failure over the next few years. I don't think fans will stop watching though.
Quote from: Jesse on September 04, 2026, 11:58:11 PMit doesn't matter how much we complain unless the tv numbers are a huge failure over the next few years. I don't think fans will stop watching though.
It would appear every team has worse attendance numbers this year, except maybe edm. Yes, this includes Wpg and Ssk. I think the fallout of the changes has already started to hit. It will be worse next year, and probably the year after once it hits the people who don't follow any CFL news.
I go down on the field after every game and the number of people taking pictures with the 55 and lamenting its imminent departure is significant.
Quote from: Tecno on September 05, 2026, 01:16:46 AMIt would appear every team has worse attendance numbers this year, except maybe edm. Yes, this includes Wpg and Ssk. I think the fallout of the changes has already started to hit. It will be worse next year, and probably the year after once it hits the people who don't follow any CFL news.
I go down on the field after every game and the number of people taking pictures with the 55 and lamenting its imminent departure is significant.
League attendance is virtually the same (down 2% from 2025 after week 13). We obviously weren't going to sell out forever and Ottawa's has gone down a bit.
But these decisions were made without considering attendance. The league itself does not care about individual teams' attendance. They are after TV, sponsors, and gambling revenue. That is the looking glass they are viewing this through.
Quote from: Jesse on September 05, 2026, 01:26:41 AMLeague attendance is virtually the same (down 2% from 2025 after week 13). We obviously weren't going to sell out forever and Ottawa's has gone down a bit.
Well, 2% this year tracks perfectly with the roughly 5% who said they'd leave because of the changes. 2% now of the uber fans who know what's coming. 3% next season when they see the missing C on the field. There's your 5%.
And I'd guess another 3 to 5% in 2028, because there are people who don't yet know, who will have bought 2027 STH seats before week 1. They'll be stuck attending even if they hate it. They won't renew in 2028.
If making every stadium look as well attended as cgy is the acceptable collateral damage, then Johnston is all set to succeed!
Quote from: Tecno on September 04, 2026, 11:39:56 PMMaybe. But one thing is for sure, if u had followed the CFL with the field changes, then the changes would be set in stone. The fact they didn't means that the CFL change is reversible. Johnston could get sane, or fired, and there's nothing stopping us from going back to the real field.
Every team will have painted lines after this change. No one will gamble on stitched anymore.
Regina was looking at painted lines for their new field as the stitched lines have prevented the stadium from hosting FIFA matches.
It would look like garbage but they do make multi-sport fields where both markers are always on there. No way to get around moving the goal posts every game though. Not to mention the "dead" seats that creates.
Quote from: Tecno on September 05, 2026, 02:16:24 PMWell, 2% this year tracks perfectly with the roughly 5% who said they'd leave because of the changes. 2% now of the uber fans who know what's coming. 3% next season when they see the missing C on the field. There's your 5%.
It will be more than 5% in stadium because of the dead seats created. I feel once people see one game on tv, wonder what they are watching, we lose even more.
Quote from: Waffler on September 05, 2026, 03:21:33 PMIt would look like garbage but they do make multi-sport fields where both markers are always on there. No way to get around moving the goal posts every game though. Not to mention the "dead" seats that creates.
That photo reminds me, didn't the Goldeyes play their first few seasons at Canad Stadium out of the South endzone?
Wish him luck
Calgary Stampeders sign former Winnipeg Blue Bomber Collin Kornelson - 3DownNation https://share.google/8YssOIjmjeUF7zLpj
TSN panel really talking about Argos pending free agents, Chad Kelly and Damonte Coxie off to Ottawa next year with Dinwiddie!
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 05, 2026, 05:17:43 PMThat photo reminds me, didn't the Goldeyes play their first few seasons at Canad Stadium out of the South endzone?
Homebase for Goldeyes games was in the North endzone area.
The Winnipeg Whips in the early 70s played out of the South endzone. The Bombers relocated their locker room and offices to where the home plate area used to be.
Growing up, the Goldeyes were within walking distance
That started in the 1960's in the Northern League.
Our boys were a High level farm team for the St. Louis Cardinals. Was even lucky enough to see the Cardinals play an exhibition game here which brought the super star Stan Musial. Got his autograph, which sadly is long gone.
Anyway, thinking mid 70's they folded, only to return as the Winnipeg Whips. They all played in Southern end.
Many years later they played a couple seasons outta the N. End.
Quote from: gobombersgo on September 07, 2026, 08:40:02 PMHomebase for Goldeyes games was in the North endzone area.
The Winnipeg Whips in the early 70s played out of the South endzone. The Bombers relocated their locker room and offices to where the home plate area used to be.
Weren't the Whips a farm club of the Expos? I vaguely remember receiving a baseball cap that had both logos on it.
More bad news coming out of Ottawa, D-line is not an area of need for the Bombers but Baldonado seems a bargain at $185k.
Ottawa Redblacks release high-priced defender Habakkuk Baldonado, five others.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/07/ottawa-redblacks-released-high-priced-defender-habakkuk-baldonado-five-others/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/09/07/ottawa-redblacks-released-high-priced-defender-habakkuk-baldonado-five-others/)
Dinwiddie is like mos in that he demands effort and hustle. If he's releasing a middling guy then it's likely because he's not trying. We don't want that kind of guy either.
Plus, unless it's a nat I don't see how any dl makes us better. Our dl starters are all now very good.
Clearing cap space for Kelly amd Moxie?
Quote from: theaardvark on September 08, 2026, 03:27:40 AMClearing cap space for Kelly amd Moxie?
You mean coxie? Ya, but they could do that just the same in FA. I really think it's Dinwiddie sending messages and being ruthless with the chaff.
Quote from: Tecno on September 08, 2026, 03:46:23 AMYou mean coxie? Ya, but they could do that just the same in FA. I really think it's Dinwiddie sending messages and being ruthless with the chaff.
Of course... Coxie.
Alouettes re-sign WR Rambo (https://www.tsn.ca/cfl/article/veteran-american-wr-rambo-signs-deal-to-re-join-alouettes/)
Quote from: blue_gold_84 on September 08, 2026, 05:53:18 PMAlouettes re-sign WR Rambo (https://www.tsn.ca/cfl/article/veteran-american-wr-rambo-signs-deal-to-re-join-alouettes/)
Good pick up, he killed the Bombers in the ESF, they must have lost a receiver against BC.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 08, 2026, 06:35:44 PMGood pick up, he killed the Bombers in the ESF, they must have lost a receiver against BC.
I don't know if they lost a receiver but Theis got moved to 6 game IR.
They could be loading up for the home stretch. If a reciever goes down due to injury, they have one who's experienced with their system ready to step in.
Sign Baldonado now, our D needs help and he is worth it on a pro rated contract for these next 6 games.
Montreal place Theis on the 6 game IR.
Quote from: Horseman on September 08, 2026, 10:46:00 PMSign Baldonado now, our D needs help and he is worth it on a pro rated contract for these next 6 games.
There must be an issue for the Redblacks to release him. That's a concern. Cost aside, he's a global and adding him would require removing a Canadian from the AR. I suppose there are solutions but I'm not convinced it's a good idea.
I guess we'll see if a team picks him up quickly.
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 08, 2026, 11:11:01 PMThere must be an issue for the Redblacks to release him. That's a concern. Cost aside, he's a global and adding him would require removing a Canadian from the AR. I suppose there are solutions but I'm not convinced it's a good idea.
I guess we'll see if a team picks him up quickly.
Could be another player in conflict with Dinwiddie, maybe Baldonado bought into the RB's potential for a turn around under Dinwiddie in FA and can't stand losing every single game. The truth will come out soon enough through the grapevine.
Quote from: Horseman on September 08, 2026, 10:46:00 PMSign Baldonado now, our D needs help and he is worth it on a pro rated contract for these next 6 games.
I forgot he was a GLOB. That makes it a bit more enticing, as a "free dress" because we current only AR 1 GLOB. I'm not too concerned if the barrel-bottom STer NAT sits for a talented GLOB to come on.
But still, he's 90% useless unless Willie or Reese gets hurt. Ya, he's probably better than Gatkouth at this moment, but not by miles. And Gatkouth is our future we are dev'ing, Baldonado would probably be a rental.
Quote from: Tecno on September 09, 2026, 02:22:35 AMI forgot he was a GLOB. That makes it a bit more enticing, as a "free dress" because we current only AR 1 GLOB. I'm not too concerned if the barrel-bottom STer NAT sits for a talented GLOB to come on.
But still, he's 90% useless unless Willie or Reese gets hurt. Ya, he's probably better than Gatkouth at this moment, but not by miles. And Gatkouth is our future we are dev'ing, Baldonado would probably be a rental.
We haven't often rostered 2 glob's on the AR but we have done it a few times last year. IIRC it was mostly due to so many Canadians getting injured.
All that considered we could take Shay or another ST play off to add him.
I'm just not convinced we do that. Like I said, we'll see if any team picks him up.
It depends on Ceresna if hes hurt we may look at Baldanado , moving Jefferson inside on some plays . The thought of Smeckle playing a regular rotation is not ideal
Quote from: Pete on September 09, 2026, 03:56:41 PMIt depends on Ceresna if hes hurt we may look at Baldanado , moving Jefferson inside on some plays . The thought of Smeckle playing a regular rotation is not ideal
I didn't think Ceresna was going to miss any time. In any event, I don't think that would be the criteria making the decision. We already have 2 DL on the PR.
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 09, 2026, 05:25:54 PMI didn't think Ceresna was going to miss any time. In any event, I don't think that would be the criteria making the decision. We already have 2 DL on the PR.
It would certainly be out of character for them to pick up a veteran player mid-season in an area they think they are doing well, along with Jenkins and Jaworski is the long forgotten Dixon on the 6 game.
Dixon is getting pretty close to fulfilling his second stint on the 6-game, anyone recall his injury and if he's done for the season?
Riders bring back Global DL Habakkuk Baldonado.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/10/saskatchewan-roughriders-bring-back-global-standout-habakkuk-baldonado-after-redblacks-release/
Quote from: Ridermania on September 10, 2026, 05:17:40 PMRiders bring back Global DL Habakkuk Baldonado.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/10/saskatchewan-roughriders-bring-back-global-standout-habakkuk-baldonado-after-redblacks-release/
Catch 22. They already have 2 global kickers on their AR. I don't think they are happy with either but will they bump one of them and who replaces that function?
Quote from: Ridermania on September 10, 2026, 05:17:40 PMRiders bring back Global DL Habakkuk Baldonado.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/10/saskatchewan-roughriders-bring-back-global-standout-habakkuk-baldonado-after-redblacks-release/
Goodie, now they can dress 10 D-Linemen, Zach will be thrilled.
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 10, 2026, 05:29:05 PMCatch 22. They already have 2 global kickers on their AR. I don't think they are happy with either but will they bump one of them and who replaces that function?
Maybe they trade Hale for Lauther?
Quote from: theaardvark on September 10, 2026, 09:02:35 PMMaybe they trade Hale for Lauther?
They do have a Canadian K on their PR. So if they aren't happy with Hale that is probably the 1st choice. Either way that isn't a direct route to add another global player without creating space elsewhere.
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 10, 2026, 09:37:57 PMThey do have a Canadian K on their PR. So if they aren't happy with Hale that is probably the 1st choice. Either way that isn't a direct route to add another global player without creating space elsewhere.
Pretty sure you can count a glob as an imp if you want. They just don't get any special glob treatment. Usually you wouldn't do so because globs suck.
Quote from: Tecno on September 10, 2026, 10:49:13 PMPretty sure you can count a glob as an imp if you want. They just don't get any special glob treatment. Usually you wouldn't do so because globs suck.
You can but I don't remember any team doing that. I'd expect them to take a Canadian off. That somewhat offsets the possibility of adding a Canadian K. That keeps the number of Canadians the same but they'd still need to create that roster " spot " opening.
Quote from: Tecno on September 10, 2026, 10:49:13 PMPretty sure you can count a glob as an imp if you want. They just don't get any special glob treatment. Usually you wouldn't do so because globs suck.
Thiadric Hansen made a pretty good career out of being a ***** GLOB, I guess... ???
Quote from: VictorRomano on September 11, 2026, 03:03:36 PMThiadric Hansen made a pretty good career out of being a ***** GLOB, I guess... ???
Sure, you can cherry pick one or two who weren't a complete waste. But even Hansen wouldn't be on anyone's AR if you had to waste a DI on him.
MILLER AND ANDERSON FINED FOR ACTIONS DURING OK TIRE LABOUR DAY WEEKEND- Saskatchewan linebacker Aubrey Miller Jr. has been fined for spearing Winnipeg wide receiver Tim White.
- Edmonton linebacker Nick Anderson has been fined for spearing Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams Jr.
https://press.cfl.ca/miller-and-anderson-fined-for-actions-during-ok-tire-labour-day-weekend (https://press.cfl.ca/miller-and-anderson-fined-for-actions-during-ok-tire-labour-day-weekend)
Both these guys should have been suspended for their head shots. When is the league going to get serious about head shots?? Miller's hit on White was absolute chicken crap--teeing off on a players head while he's in the grasp of other defenders, and Andersons head shot on a sliding Qb should be banished from the game, fining players isn't going to get it done, suspend them at least a game will hit them in their pocket book as well as hurt their teams, that's the only thing that's going to deter players from this type of hits. Fines are a joke, especially CFL fines. Chump change
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 11, 2026, 10:04:58 PMMILLER AND ANDERSON FINED FOR ACTIONS DURING OK TIRE LABOUR DAY WEEKEND
- Saskatchewan linebacker Aubrey Miller Jr. has been fined for spearing Winnipeg wide receiver Tim White.
- Edmonton linebacker Nick Anderson has been fined for spearing Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams Jr.
I knew it. I called them both in the threads. Both were egregious, and both were major fails by the refs and especially command.
The vaj one is inexcusable because command had a whole commercial break to figure it out.
Does this mean there is a rift between command and whoever in the league decides fines? You'd think it would be the same people?
As for the hit on white, I want to see max pain inflicted in the scummy lowlife riders tomorrow. Just do it without taking 15s. Ankles and knees make good targets.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 11, 2026, 10:04:58 PMMILLER AND ANDERSON FINED FOR ACTIONS DURING OK TIRE LABOUR DAY WEEKEND
- Saskatchewan linebacker Aubrey Miller Jr. has been fined for spearing Winnipeg wide receiver Tim White.
- Edmonton linebacker Nick Anderson has been fined for spearing Calgary quarterback Vernon Adams Jr.
Good, so often it's these new players coming into the league trying to make a name for themselves that use their helmets as weapons, receivers need to receive the same protection as QB's. I call for a penalty for the use of "excessive force" to eliminate plays like that.
As for Anderson he should have been suspended for 3 games. The one thing I like about hockey is a violator of the code, will 100% receive payback. In football the defence tees-off on the offence all game long and there's rarely a chance for payback. Maybe the Stamps D-line will take some shots at Fajardo, that game ended with some pent up anger.
Tiger-Cats rule out QB Mitchell for remainder of 2026 season
https://www.tsn.ca/cfl/article/tiger-cats-rule-out-qb-mitchell-for-remainder-of-2026-season/
Quote from: Freebird on September 14, 2026, 10:59:24 PMTiger-Cats rule out QB Mitchell for remainder of 2026 season
Ya, no kidding. Pretty sure they knew this. Maybe just wanted to keep putting butts in seats with false hope.
Really too bad. They were probably gonna kick mtl butt.
Does BLM have another year in him?
Will Ottawa set a record for the most consecutive losses? The Shreveport Pirates lost 14 consecutive games to start a season in 1994, while the 2026 Ottawa Redblacks, so far, have had a 12-game losing streak to open their campaign. Their best chance to avoid setting a new record comes over the next two games, both against Calgary, but they're not gimmes.
I think OTT wins very soon. Pirates didn't take CFL seriously. Dinwiddie sure as heck does. He wants to win like nobody's business. And he's soooo close. Should have had it last game, but their O had wpg-itis... Couldn't make that final drive.
Quote from: Tecno on September 15, 2026, 07:17:32 AMI think OTT wins very soon. Pirates didn't take CFL seriously. Dinwiddie sure as heck does. He wants to win like nobody's business. And he's soooo close. Should have had it last game, but their O had wpg-itis... Couldn't make that final drive.
Maybe during the back to back against Calgary, although I'd lean Hamilton.
- Ottawa RedBlacks have named McLeod Bethel-Thompson as the starting QB for the game this weekend. AJ Jakubec was first to report that MBT was taking first team reps in practice.
- per Dave Naylor - Three CFL players facing hearings stemming from the on-field altercation between Montreal Alouettes and BC Lions
- MTL DB Don Callis
- BC DB Josh Hagerty
- BC DB Ronald Kent
I would suspect a number of additional fines to come from the MTL/BC game
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 15, 2026, 08:21:54 PM- Ottawa RedBlacks have named McLeod Bethel-Thompson as the starting QB for the game this weekend. AJ Jakubec was first to report that MBT was taking first team reps in practice.
- per Dave Naylor - Three CFL players facing hearings stemming from the on-field altercation between Montreal Alouettes and BC Lions
- MTL DB Don Callis
- BC DB Josh Hagerty
- BC DB Ronald Kent
I would suspect a number of additional fines to come from the MTL/BC game
I want to see what happens to Philipot for his late out of bounds hit that ignited things. No mention of him???
Quote from: dd on September 15, 2026, 10:55:26 PMI want to see what happens to Philipot for his late out of bounds hit that ignited things. No mention of him???
Both Philpot and Snead received UR penalties on that play.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 16, 2026, 12:46:38 AMBoth Philpot and Snead received UR penalties on that play.
For sure they got flagged, but heck if you're fining other players for the melee that ensued, the guy that started it should get fined too. It was a totally cheap hit, waaay out of bounds on a player that had given himself up/let up on the play.
We now know why Josh Hagerty had a hearing. No place in football for those actions.
BC Lions should release him and the CFL should ban him for life.
I hope Liam Talbot recovers and that he can live a normal life.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/17/alleged-groin-punches-from-b-c-s-josh-hagerty-result-in-life-altering-injury-to-alouettes-liam-talbot/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/09/17/alleged-groin-punches-from-b-c-s-josh-hagerty-result-in-life-altering-injury-to-alouettes-liam-talbot/)
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 17, 2026, 06:07:22 AMWe now know why Josh Hagerty had a hearing. No place in football for those actions.
BC Lions should release him and the CFL should ban him for life.
Wow, that's just
nuts insane.
If you purposefully do an action that ruins the jewels (or any other body part) then I think at least a suspension is warranted. Let's say he's instead standing there and takes the guys arm and snaps the bone in half... that wouldn't be tolerated. Neither should "invisible" injuries.
But, since this is new territory, likely only a 1-game? I dunno, you could draw parallels to guys doing blatant head hits or Strev-crippling, and those were usually 2 or 3 games, right?
BC took "physical" too far, and this is probably what gave them the edge. MTL players dropping like flies in that game. Maybe now we should forgive some of Alexander's excessive chirpiness?
I would think a lifetime ban wouldn't fly with the PA, and not sure it's ever been done in modern times. Best to just send a strong message and set precedent. In that sense you might want to come down hard like they did on the Strev-Crippler.
I'm finding these things on the PVR so we can have timestamps: the 3down article has really lame camera-of-tv shots without timestamps -- leaked internal CFL all-24 film??? Easy to spot Haggerty, he's super tall and skinny and has that dumb long hair.
3Q3:50 Clear as day #27 on #30 on the live shot. I think as he's falling down he takes another shot too, but misses! Talbot goes stumbling off. #30 tries to get a modicum revenge 3Q1:05 with some pushing down at the whistle -- not nearly enough payback!
4Q10:09 Guess who cripples Dedmon -- yup, #27 Haggerty. Hmmmm.
I can't find the 2nd cited instance (yet). It may not show up on the televised view. It's hard to match up the 3down vids to the TSN shots -- and there were a LOT of kick/punt returns by MTL in this game (lots of BC TDs!).
I found another possible Haggerty violation on my PVR. It's on #43 Green, not Talbot though. It's at 3Q9:29. There's a great 2 adjacent stills showing Haggerty's hand in the "groin" and then pulled back, while Haggerty is holding his shoulder. Real dirty stuff.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 17, 2026, 06:07:22 AMWe now know why Josh Hagerty had a hearing. No place in football for those actions.
BC Lions should release him and the CFL should ban him for life.
I hope Liam Talbot recovers and that he can live a normal life.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/17/alleged-groin-punches-from-b-c-s-josh-hagerty-result-in-life-altering-injury-to-alouettes-liam-talbot/ (https://3downnation.com/2026/09/17/alleged-groin-punches-from-b-c-s-josh-hagerty-result-in-life-altering-injury-to-alouettes-liam-talbot/)
Not often I am sickened, football is a rough endeavor, but this justifies a lifetime ban for me.
According to the Montreal Alouettes depth chart for tomorrow Don Callis has been suspended. No official announcement yet.
The Als also put Cole Spieker on the 6-game injured list. He was on the injury reports this week with a groin injury. He must have hurt it punting the ball.
Quote from: Tecno on September 17, 2026, 08:51:23 AMWow, that's just nuts insane.
If you purposefully do an action that ruins the jewels (or any other body part) then I think at least a suspension is warranted. Let's say he's instead standing there and takes the guys arm and snaps the bone in half... that wouldn't be tolerated. Neither should "invisible" injuries.
But, since this is new territory, likely only a 1-game? I dunno, you could draw parallels to guys doing blatant head hits or Strev-crippling, and those were usually 2 or 3 games, right?
BC took "physical" too far, and this is probably what gave them the edge. MTL players dropping like flies in that game. Maybe now we should forgive some of Alexander's excessive chirpiness?
I would think a lifetime ban wouldn't fly with the PA, and not sure it's ever been done in modern times. Best to just send a strong message and set precedent. In that sense you might want to come down hard like they did on the Strev-Crippler.
Why on earth would anyone play football without wearing a jock?
On another note how is it that mtrls Alexander never gets a misconduct penalty? He is right up in the face of opposing players in this case Betts, if it was a lineman doing that a flag would fly.
Looks like working at the Dairy Queen is in his future, the one place crushing nuts is looked on favourably.
That game got out of hand, and that's something the ref's need to be ahead of. There were too many penalties after the whistle.
Maas is known for his temper, and it looks like that is spreading. But Haggarty and company, well, something's just not right in the head there. Wonder if they get "random" drug screening when facing discipline like this.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 17, 2026, 06:13:40 PMWhy on earth would anyone play football without wearing a jock?
Because as you run/move, you can get you testes stuck between your thigh and the cup, and it you get hit on the cup with your nut hanging loose, it can be severed.
Ask me how I know....
HAGERTY, CALLIS AND KENT RECEIVE SUSPENSIONS FOLLOWING WEEK 15TORONTO (September 17, 2026) – The Office of the Commissioner oversees suspendible offences at the Canadian Football League (CFL), while the Department of Health, Safety and Integrity manages league discipline.
The Commissioner and the Department – which includes Chief Football Operations Officer Greg Dick, Vice-President of Officiating Darren Hackwood, Vice-President of Football Operations and Player Safety Eric Noivo and Associate Vice-President of Football Operations Ryan Janzen – have issued three suspensions for actions committed during Week 15. Multiple fines are under review.
- BC defensive back Joshua Hagerty has been suspended two games for striking Montreal running back Liam Talbot.
- Montreal defensive back Don Callis has been suspended one game for leaving the bench area and for striking BC defensive back Deontai Williams.
- BC defensive back Ronald Kent Jr. has been suspended one game for inciting an altercation.
https://press.cfl.ca/hagerty-callis-and-kent-receive-suspensions-following-week-15 (https://press.cfl.ca/hagerty-callis-and-kent-receive-suspensions-following-week-15)
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 17, 2026, 10:01:37 PMHAGERTY, CALLIS AND KENT RECEIVE SUSPENSIONS FOLLOWING WEEK 15
TORONTO (September 17, 2026) – The Office of the Commissioner oversees suspendible offences at the Canadian Football League (CFL), while the Department of Health, Safety and Integrity manages league discipline.
The Commissioner and the Department – which includes Chief Football Operations Officer Greg Dick, Vice-President of Officiating Darren Hackwood, Vice-President of Football Operations and Player Safety Eric Noivo and Associate Vice-President of Football Operations Ryan Janzen – have issued three suspensions for actions committed during Week 15. Multiple fines are under review.
- BC defensive back Joshua Hagerty has been suspended two games for striking Montreal running back Liam Talbot.
- Montreal defensive back Don Callis has been suspended one game for leaving the bench area and for striking BC defensive back Deontai Williams.
- BC defensive back Ronald Kent Jr. has been suspended one game for inciting an altercation.
https://press.cfl.ca/hagerty-callis-and-kent-receive-suspensions-following-week-15 (https://press.cfl.ca/hagerty-callis-and-kent-receive-suspensions-following-week-15)
Philpot started it!
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 17, 2026, 10:24:36 PMPhilpot started it!
But that was still within the whistles, and that play happens nearly every week. You get 15, you move on.
Has the fine list been announced? I can't believe more guys aren't getting fines for the rest of the antics this week. Surely this is just the suspended list?
Good to see CFL is taking this stuff seriously. 2 game sounds about right.
Haggerty should get a lifelong nickname now, and not a flattering one. Something emasculating maybe. Maybe something about how he likes to fondle nads??
2 games is a slap on the wrist IMO. Feels like the league only wanted to give 1 but because of the attention they made it a *harsh* two.
How is it possible that anyone considers a "life altering" injury, one that was on purpose, 100% avoidable and way outside the code of not only football but manhood, a 2 game thing?
Quote from: Waffler on September 17, 2026, 11:41:28 PMHow is it possible that anyone considers a "life altering" injury, one that was on purpose, 100% avoidable and way outside the code of not only football but manhood, a 2 game thing?
He didn't ruin his ability to have a family on purpose, he punched his nads for purpose of hindering his ability to play that game, and to demoralize him.
I would be fine with a 10 game suspension, but the cflpa agreement restricts what you can do. Not sure anyone negotiating that ever thought a player would try to castrate someone.
Maybe for the next agreement they can discuss stricter penalties.
Quote from: Pete on September 17, 2026, 06:30:17 PMOn another note how is it that mtrls Alexander never gets a misconduct penalty? He is right up in the face of opposing players in this case Betts, if it was a lineman doing that a flag would fly.
totally agree. The league gives this spoiled brat special treatment because he's their 'franchise' Qb. Big deal. If he acts like a punk, flag him.
Quote from: dd on September 18, 2026, 02:08:24 AMtotally agree. The league gives this spoiled brat special treatment because he's their 'franchise' Qb. Big deal. If he acts like a punk, flag him.
Alexander was the initial instigator, his outrageous behaviour and disrespect of Betts led to the game going out of control.
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Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 18, 2026, 03:49:32 PMAlexander was the initial instigator, his outrageous behaviour and disrespect of Betts led to the game going out of control.
exactly and because of Alexanders behaviour, as a leader of that team, the rest of his teammates respond as well. If the refs refuse to call him on it then they are just asking for more trouble. It doesnt help that all the commentators are in love with Alexander,,and his "fire". regardless of how obnoxious he is
Kelly has suspended his talks for a long term extension in TOR until after the season.
So, the after game discussion on field between Popp and Kelly wasn't just "Hi", it was "Our bid will be very high"
I'm guessing...
PHILPOT, SNEAD AND ALEXANDER FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 15- Montreal wide receiver Tyson Philpot has been fined for committing a non-football action, taunting BC defensive back Cristophe Beaulieu.
- Montreal wide receiver Tyler Snead has been fined for unnecessary roughness on BC defensive back Ronald Kent Jr.
- Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander has been fined for unnecessary roughness on BC defensive back Deontai Williams.
https://press.cfl.ca/philpot-snead-and-alexander-fined-for-actions-in-week-15 (https://press.cfl.ca/philpot-snead-and-alexander-fined-for-actions-in-week-15)
I was expecting Mathieu Betts & Tim White to be fined as well.
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 19, 2026, 06:35:27 PMPHILPOT, SNEAD AND ALEXANDER FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 15
- Montreal wide receiver Tyson Philpot has been fined for committing a non-football action, taunting BC defensive back Cristophe Beaulieu.
- Montreal wide receiver Tyler Snead has been fined for unnecessary roughness on BC defensive back Ronald Kent Jr.
- Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander has been fined for unnecessary roughness on BC defensive back Deontai Williams.
https://press.cfl.ca/philpot-snead-and-alexander-fined-for-actions-in-week-15 (https://press.cfl.ca/philpot-snead-and-alexander-fined-for-actions-in-week-15)
I was expecting Mathieu Betts & Tim White to be fined as well.
Why delay this announcement?
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/22/chad-kellys-agent-hoping-to-change-cfl-status-quo-with-next-contract/
Chad Kelly's agent is wanting Kelly's contract tied to a salary cap increase.
I doubt it will happen, but I posted this here as the agent is mentioning what happens if the salary cap goes to 8-10 million (currently at 6.33), based on the new TV deal.
A 10 million dollar cap would cause the average CFL salary to be, what, 200K a year?
The NFL minimum is 880K. There is the possibility that CFL could compete for lower end NFL QBs, like they used to (Bo Levi, Mike Reilly, Dunigan)
Quote from: peg_city on September 22, 2026, 05:55:42 PMhttps://3downnation.com/2026/09/22/chad-kellys-agent-hoping-to-change-cfl-status-quo-with-next-contract/
Chad Kelly's agent is wanting Kelly's contract tied to a salary cap increase.
I doubt it will happen, but I posted this here as the agent is mentioning what happens if the salary cap goes to 8-10 million (currently at 6.33), based on the new TV deal.
A 10 million dollar cap would cause the average CFL salary to be, what, 200K a year?
The NFL minimum is 880K. There is the possibility that CFL could compete for lower end NFL QBs, like they used to (Bo Levi, Mike Reilly, Dunigan)
This seems like a treacherous path for the CFL to go down increasing the salary cap that dramatically is a gamble those revenues will not be yanked away from them a couple of years down the line, leaving them in a mess. Best proceed with caution.
Quote from: peg_city on September 22, 2026, 05:55:42 PMhttps://3downnation.com/2026/09/22/chad-kellys-agent-hoping-to-change-cfl-status-quo-with-next-contract/
Chad Kelly's agent is wanting Kelly's contract tied to a salary cap increase.
I doubt it will happen, but I posted this here as the agent is mentioning what happens if the salary cap goes to 8-10 million (currently at 6.33), based on the new TV deal.
A 10 million dollar cap would cause the average CFL salary to be, what, 200K a year?
The NFL minimum is 880K. There is the possibility that CFL could compete for lower end NFL QBs, like they used to (Bo Levi, Mike Reilly, Dunigan)
Pretty simple solution. Sign a short term contract. This agent is talking about 5-7 year deals, which is delusional in the CFL. This isn't hockey or baseball. Its football, carreers are shorter, and most money is not going to be guaranteed.
7 year deal with no guarantees, a base plus game play incentives, and a bonus based on a small % of the total cap.
100% in the team's favour, they can dump out at any time with no penalty, why not?
Lions bring back DB Carter after he was released in the NFL. Their roster is getting stronger.
Quote from: theaardvark on September 22, 2026, 07:45:06 PM100% in the team's favour, they can dump out at any time with no penalty, why not?
Most star qbs have guaranteed money in later contact years. So there is a penalty.
If Kelly wants a cut of potential cap increases, will he also take a reduction of dazn disappears??
Quote from: Tecno on September 22, 2026, 08:58:02 PMMost star qbs have guaranteed money in later contact years. So there is a penalty.
If Kelly wants a cut of potential cap increases, will he also take a reduction of dazn disappears??
Pretty sure that you can only guarantee money in current and one year after. Any years 2 or more would not be guaranteed.
Quote from: theaardvark on September 23, 2026, 04:11:21 AMPretty sure that you can only guarantee money in current and one year after. Any years 2 or more would not be guaranteed.
I think it's the opposite. The only guarantee in year 1 is the bonus. It's year 2 and especially 3 they usually write in guarantees for. Pretty sure that's what Zach and Brady got?
Quote from: Tecno on September 23, 2026, 09:37:25 AMI think it's the opposite. The only guarantee in year 1 is the bonus. It's year 2 and especially 3 they usually write in guarantees for. Pretty sure that's what Zach and Brady got?
When they were first introduced, you could guarantee up to 50% of the 3rd year of a new contract. Not sure if that's been modified since.
Kelly's agent must be an NFL guy, as multiple people have come out against him since his comments were published. Naylor said that the CFL wouldn't recognize these types of contracts and another agent came out saying that structuring that way is dumb anyway. The agent doesn't seem to be respected across the league.
Quote from: theaardvark on September 23, 2026, 04:11:21 AMPretty sure that you can only guarantee money in current and one year after. Any years 2 or more would not be guaranteed.
Very few players are offered guaranteed money in the CFL, more common for those that sign a 3 year contract tied to a big signing bonus it often leads to them getting cut in the off-season before the contract is ever fulfilled.
TAYLOR AND GARNES FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 16; TWO ADDITIONAL WEEK 15 FINES LEVIED- Edmonton defensive lineman Noah Taylor has been fined for delivering a low hit on Toronto quarterback Chad Kelly.
- Edmonton defensive back Chelen Garnes has been fined for striking Toronto receiver Kevin Mital.
Upon further review, two additional fines have been issued from Week 15.
BC defensive lineman
Mathieu Betts has been fined for two separate actions:
- Committing unnecessary roughness on Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander.
- Striking Montreal offensive lineman Cyrille Hogan-Saindon.
https://press.cfl.ca/taylor-and-garnes-fined-for-actions-in-week-16-two-additional-week-15-fines-levied (https://press.cfl.ca/taylor-and-garnes-fined-for-actions-in-week-16-two-additional-week-15-fines-levied)
Quote from: Stats Junkie on September 26, 2026, 06:04:45 PMTAYLOR AND GARNES FINED FOR ACTIONS IN WEEK 16; TWO ADDITIONAL WEEK 15 FINES LEVIED
- Edmonton defensive lineman Noah Taylor has been fined for delivering a low hit on Toronto quarterback Chad Kelly.
- Edmonton defensive back Chelen Garnes has been fined for striking Toronto receiver Kevin Mital.
Upon further review, two additional fines have been issued from Week 15.
BC defensive lineman Mathieu Betts has been fined for two separate actions:
- Committing unnecessary roughness on Montreal quarterback Davis Alexander.
- Striking Montreal offensive lineman Cyrille Hogan-Saindon.
https://press.cfl.ca/taylor-and-garnes-fined-for-actions-in-week-16-two-additional-week-15-fines-levied (https://press.cfl.ca/taylor-and-garnes-fined-for-actions-in-week-16-two-additional-week-15-fines-levied)
What's going on, that Betts incident was 2 weeks ago, wonder if there was an appeal that delayed this announcement.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 26, 2026, 06:16:27 PMWhat's going on, that Betts incident was 2 weeks ago, wonder if there was an appeal that delayed this announcement.
CFL getting behind the sticks on these fines. They're now announcing them when the next week games are already underway.
It used to be announced by Wednesday.
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When in Gino signing somewhere? I know Singer replacing Wilson reduced that worry, but we are still starting like 9 Nats, can't we find a way to get Gino on the field instead of Neild/Cobb/Clercius? Take Womack's ratio spot. The cost for 4 games can't be an issue, and we need every sure handed reciever we can get, and with Dru at QB, there's more "chemistry" there than with any Bomber receiver.
C'mon Kyle, make it happen.
Quote from: theaardvark on September 28, 2026, 03:59:22 PMWhen in Gino signing somewhere? I know Singer replacing Wilson reduced that worry, but we are still starting like 9 Nats, can't we find a way to get Gino on the field instead of Neild/Cobb/Clercius? Take Womack's ratio spot. The cost for 4 games can't be an issue, and we need every sure handed reciever we can get, and with Dru at QB, there's more "chemistry" there than with any Bomber receiver.
C'mon Kyle, make it happen.
It appears that bus has left the station. If we were going to do that chances are it would have been before now. O.Wilson might be back?
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 28, 2026, 04:54:53 PMIt appears that bus has left the station. If we were going to do that chances are it would have been before now. O.Wilson might be back?
Yep, it'll be interesting to see if they make room for Singer or send him back to the PR. Obvious choice is to move him into Womack's backup spot behind Clercius were he could take occasional reps.
The top 3 receivers have earned their keep this season no question, if they want to make room for 3 import starters they'll have to re-jig the lineup.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 28, 2026, 06:55:50 PMYep, it'll be interesting to see if they make room for Singer or send him back to the PR. Obvious choice is to move him into Womack's backup spot behind Clercius were he could take occasional reps.
The top 3 receivers have earned their keep this season no question, if they want to make room for 3 import starters they'll have to re-jig the lineup.
They could easily keep 3 import receivers. The extra import has been a revolving door and none had made an impression or even gotten significant reps.
However, Griffin might also return this week so room would have to be made for him as well.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 28, 2026, 06:55:50 PMYep, it'll be interesting to see if they make room for Singer or send him back to the PR. Obvious choice is to move him into Womack's backup spot behind Clercius were he could take occasional reps.
The top 3 receivers have earned their keep this season no question, if they want to make room for 3 import starters they'll have to re-jig the lineup.
If Singer is not starting we riot.
Montreal acquiring DL Julian Howsare from Tiger Cats.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/29/montreal-alouettes-finalizing-trade-for-julian-howsare-from-hamilton-tiger-cats/
Quote from: Ridermania on September 29, 2026, 06:02:32 PMMontreal acquiring DL Julian Howsare from Tiger Cats.
https://3downnation.com/2026/09/29/montreal-alouettes-finalizing-trade-for-julian-howsare-from-hamilton-tiger-cats/
I wonder if we even tried to make that trade. Even for the rest of the season, I think he'd have been a good addition.
Would only cost a mid/late round draft pick.
Howsare and a 7th round pick, for a 5th round pick.
Wow, that's really cheap for an impact player. We should have totally made that deal if ceresna has a blown knee.
Quote from: Tecno on September 29, 2026, 10:13:21 PMWow, that's really cheap for an impact player. We should have totally made that deal if ceresna has a blown knee.
Yeah we may have tried or we may have tried harder for McManis as an example. OTOH I think we may just sat on our hands. Reluctant is our MO.
But we still have about 24 hours to make a deal. So we'll see if they take some sort of plunge.
I never expect the MOS Bombers to do anything but promote from within. A trade would shock me.
We are never going to trade for Howsare when we have Dixon. The guys here have earned their spots. That is what MOS would say if you asked him.
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 29, 2026, 11:19:49 PMYeah we may have tried or we may have tried harder for McManis as an example. OTOH I think we may just sat on our hands. Reluctant is our MO.
But we still have about 24 hours to make a deal. So we'll see if they take some sort of plunge.
Ya MOS is NEVER going to acquire somebody new mid season and replace someone who's been here all year 'working hard'. Its just who he is. Nobody exists outside our clubhouse
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 29, 2026, 11:19:49 PMYeah we may have tried or we may have tried harder for McManis as an example. OTOH I think we may just sat on our hands. Reluctant is our MO.
But we still have about 24 hours to make a deal. So we'll see if they take some sort of plunge.
The Bombers don't lack talent at LB or along the D-line, with 4 games left they'd just mess up the established chemistry and piss teammates off, neither of those guys is going to make that much of a difference. Crazy Tony had a better season than legendary McManis and Howsare's best years are in the rearview mirror.
We won't replace guys like a LB just because someone is a bit better. But we certainly would eye someone in a unit that was decimated. So if ceresna was lost for the season we would look at howsare. Since we didn't, I bet ceresna is fine. Well, to his definition of fine.
However, bringing BACK vet ex Bombers is always on the table. But again, only for units that are hurt or struggling.
Quote from: Tecno on September 30, 2026, 10:50:34 AMWe won't replace guys like a LB just because someone is a bit better. But we certainly would eye someone in a unit that was decimated. So if ceresna was lost for the season we would look at howsare. Since we didn't, I bet ceresna is fine. Well, to his definition of fine.
However, bringing BACK vet ex Bombers is always on the table. But again, only for units that are hurt or struggling.
McManis has 56 DT's in 12 games. K. Wilson has 39 in 14. McManis has always been a better LB than K. Wilson.
We've had Woodbey, Griffin and Hazen on the 6 game IR. Griffin could be back this week but our LB's are not exactly a healthy group. Even Smith has not been practising at full.
Quote from: Waffler on September 30, 2026, 12:11:02 AMI never expect the MOS Bombers to do anything but promote from within. A trade would shock me.
We are never going to trade for Howsare when we have Dixon. The guys here have earned their spots. That is what MOS would say if you asked him.
Dixon has played 1 game and is on our PR. He spent 12 games on the 6 game IR. I don't know that qualifies as earning any spot.
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 30, 2026, 01:55:26 PMDixon has played 1 game and is on our PR. He spent 12 games on the 6 game IR. I don't know that qualifies as earning any spot.
I am just saying what I think MOS would say. He sees him everyday going back about a year. Working to rehab is still working hard in the book of MOS. He's part of the team.
This is what MOS said about Dixon in camp:
Head coach Mike O'Shea has made it clear that he's already a fan.
"We saw it yesterday in practice, he chased a play 50 yards down the field when other guys had already stopped — he kept running. For a guy that size, it just looks effortless for him to move that way," said O'Shea.
"And he's a good football player. He's a conscientious learner, and there are a lot of good things that we recognized last year, too. So he's building upon that and we'll see where that takes us. We had him in here last year for a reason and he's back again this year for a reason."
Saskatchewan Roughriders have acquired National kicker Brett Lauther in a trade with the Ottawa REDBLACKS.
In exchange, the Roughriders have sent their fifth-round selection in the 2027 CFL Draft to Ottawa.
Quote from: Waffler on September 30, 2026, 02:28:36 PMThis is what MOS said about Dixon in camp:
Head coach Mike O'Shea has made it clear that he's already a fan.
"We saw it yesterday in practice, he chased a play 50 yards down the field when other guys had already stopped — he kept running. For a guy that size, it just looks effortless for him to move that way," said O'Shea.
"And he's a good football player. He's a conscientious learner, and there are a lot of good things that we recognized last year, too. So he's building upon that and we'll see where that takes us. We had him in here last year for a reason and he's back again this year for a reason."
And yet he couldn't even bump Jaworski from a back role on the AR. Similar things were probably also said about Jenkins.
It's getting harder and harder to believe MOS on the face value of his comments.
Lawson, Schmekel, Jaworski, Ceresna at the very least are all nicked to some degree. It will be interesting to see who can dress this week.
No practice today and a closed / walk through tomorrow.
There will be some changes this week will some healthy players returning.
Quote from: Ridermania on September 30, 2026, 02:48:04 PMSaskatchewan Roughriders have acquired National kicker Brett Lauther in a trade with the Ottawa REDBLACKS.
In exchange, the Roughriders have sent their fifth-round selection in the 2027 CFL Draft to Ottawa.
Ottawa might not be done yet. The must be a few players that they don't intend to bring back in 2027. Their roster has 19 players 29 years or older. Some are on IR and probably can't be traded but there are few others that could be.
I don't think there is another team that has 20+ players on their overall IR lists. That's a lot of decisions to be made during the off season. Some players have have extended recovery times, some may be headed towards potential free agency.
Still about 4 hours for other possible trades.
Can't wait to see if there are other Ottawa trades!!
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 30, 2026, 03:12:08 PMIt's getting harder and harder to believe MOS on the face value of his comments.
He does his best to give zero information. I wonder about that too. I don't wonder about Dixon though. Every day I went to camp he was a stand out. The only other rookie I noticed as much was Singer.
Quote from: Waffler on September 30, 2026, 04:12:19 PMHe does his best to give zero information. I wonder about that too. I don't wonder about Dixon though. Every day I went to camp he was a stand out. The only other rookie I noticed as much was Singer.
Then it falls on O'Shea's unwillingness to move away from a perceived starter going into TC. Using Singer as a more recent addition that has not been sitting on 6 game IR this year. Our ratio would have allowed him to be active game 1.
Going into TC it seemed we have determined our starting receivers ( barring injuries ) regardless of who showed what in TC.
On the DL Jenkins was pencilled in after a late season game against back ups and has since been on the PR. I remember posters saying Dixon looked good in TC but now wonder why Jaworski got added to the AR before Dixon.
I suppose that could happen this week but it might be a forced change due to multiple injuries.
Desjarlis was solid for us but left because of his girl friend living in Ottawa ...Have things changed now that he's had a taste of a bad team with a 'dubious' coach...I say we make a play for him, our O Line could use his talent
Quote from: blueraid on September 30, 2026, 05:15:44 PMDesjarlis was solid for us but left because of his girl friend living in Ottawa ...Have things changed now that he's had a taste of a bad team with a 'dubious' coach...I say we make a play for him, our O Line could use his talent
I don't think they'd trade a starting Canadian OL and then there is the question about what would any other team give to get him?
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 30, 2026, 04:31:22 PMThen it falls on O'Shea's unwillingness to move away from a perceived starter going into TC. Using Singer as a more recent addition that has not been sitting on 6 game IR this year. Our ratio would have allowed him to be active game 1.
Going into TC it seemed we have determined our starting receivers ( barring injuries ) regardless of who showed what in TC.
On the DL Jenkins was pencilled in after a late season game against back ups and has since been on the PR. I remember posters saying Dixon looked good in TC but now wonder why Jaworski got added to the AR before Dixon.
I suppose that could happen this week but it might be a forced change due to multiple injuries.
Don't know what Dixon's injury was but with 2 stints on the 6 game it was serious and maybe should be considered season ending, we don't know. Could be he needs more practice time to get back into game shape, his status in relation to Jaworski at this point means nothing so can't read much into anything.
The players they're moving on from will be abandoned on the PR at year's end and they have 4 more games + playoffs to evaluate and make those final decisions, I trust they'll make the right choices.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 30, 2026, 07:04:40 PMDon't know what Dixon's injury was but with 2 stints on the 6 game it was serious and maybe should be considered season ending, we don't know. Could be he needs more practice time to get back into game shape, his status in relation to Jaworski at this point means nothing so can't read much into anything.
The players they're moving on from will be abandoned on the PR at year's end and they have 4 more games + playoffs to evaluate and make those final decisions, I trust they'll make the right choices.
Ha e they been making the right roster choices in 2026? Their decisions have always been suspect this year.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on September 30, 2026, 04:27:06 AMThe Bombers don't lack talent at LB or along the D-line, with 4 games left they'd just mess up the established chemistry and piss teammates off, neither of those guys is going to make that much of a difference. Crazy Tony had a better season than legendary McManis and Howsare's best years are in the rearview mirror.
If McManis could be added in trade at a low cost and has another year on his contract, that might be worthwhile. He could be the JSK for 2027.
The Als have better talent on their DL and traded for Howsare for a 5th round pick. I'd argue that Howsare and his experience even as a rotational player would have been valuable. At the moment he'd replace Jaworski as that player.
If Ceresna is going to miss some or all of the rest of the season, then he's be starting.
Ottawa sends recently acquired LB Kyahva Tezino to the PR, along with Kenny Lawler's brother Kenzel Lawler. What kind of family names 2 son Kenny and Kenzel???
The Als have also acquired veteran DL Dylan Wynn from Ottawa, they must be having injury problems along their D-line.
https://cfl.ca/article/als-sign-defensive-lineman-dylan-wynn (https://cfl.ca/article/als-sign-defensive-lineman-dylan-wynn)
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 30, 2026, 01:52:52 PMMcManis has 56 DT's in 12 games. K. Wilson has 39 in 14. McManis has always been a better LB than K. Wilson.
McManus vs Kyrie is the wrong comparison. Now do Tony instead because that's the real comparison.
Doesn't matter in our scheme who is will or MLB. The role Tony plays is most similar to McManus.
Kyrie is often off the field, so the max coverage set can come on.
Quote from: Tecno on September 30, 2026, 09:15:43 PMMcManus vs Kyrie is the wrong comparison. Now do Tony instead because that's the real comparison.
Doesn't matter in our scheme who is will or MLB. The role Tony plays is most similar to McManus.
Kyrie is often off the field, so the max coverage set can come on.
IMO McManis is more of a true MLB type that can drop into coverage. Neither of K.Wilson or Jones are good at that.
Our " scheme " is due to those liabilities at MLB.
Quote from: Blue In BC on September 30, 2026, 10:17:38 PMOur " scheme " is due to those liabilities at MLB.
You speak as though we still have Hurl in the middle. Whatever you want to say about Kyrie, he's 3X the MLB Hurl was. And he's still grading out very well in my weekly ratings.
I don't think the scheme would change all that much should we have McManus playing in our middle.
Sankey was floating around in free agency as was McMannis both dominating forces in the middle. Teams respect them and their abilities. Nobody fears our MLB and he's the king pin of our defense. Our defense became dominant when we acquired big hill during FA. We need to go get another dominating MLB next FA.
Quote from: dd on September 30, 2026, 11:26:03 PMSankey was floating around in free agency as was McMannis both dominating forces in the middle. Teams respect them and their abilities. Nobody fears our MLB and he's the king pin of our defense. Our defense became dominant when we acquired big hill during FA. We need to go get another dominating MLB next FA.
I can't even figure out who you're talking about.
Quote from: Tecno on September 30, 2026, 10:49:19 PMYou speak as though we still have Hurl in the middle. Whatever you want to say about Kyrie, he's 3X the MLB Hurl was. And he's still grading out very well in my weekly ratings.
I don't think the scheme would change all that much should we have McManus playing in our middle.
Consider all the negative comments that have been discussed about Younger defence. I agree he might not change squat with different personnel, but that doesn't mean some personnel changes shouldn't happen.
I wouldn't guarantee that Younger returns in 2027 or that he doesn't. Need a fly on the wall to know what direction the team will take.
I'm not suggesting Wilson is as bad as Hurl but in a sense he is like Hurl. He can't drop into coverage and he's not a side to side MLB. He's aged out and LB's like DB's should be the easiest to replace.
Seriously do we expect K. Wilson back in 2027? If we don't then any change both short and long term is not the worst idea.
Our season may hinge on winning this next game or the Stamps beginning to lose.
Quote from: Throw Long Bannatyne on October 01, 2026, 12:17:53 AMI can't even figure out who you're talking about.
Sankey and McMannis.