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#21

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers Transactions ...

Last post by Blue In BC - April 30, 2026, 09:40:49 PM

we added a couple of not drafted wr , probably to give the 16 dbs in tc someone to cover.

Yes but why didn't we focus on more imports that might actually win a starting role or great depth on the PR. These extra Canadian receivers will be lucky to land even that spot on the PR. That and the import rookies may have had some NFL or UFL experience and were better competition in TC.

#22

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 2026 CFL Draft - Blue Bomb...

Last post by Blue In BC - April 30, 2026, 09:39:00 PM

I think we signed Knox because we needed insurance for the middle lb spot. Wilson is good at outside, but hes not a great choice for the middle. Its why we signed Jones ly even though we didnt use him.

Shay was supposed to be the back up at MLB as part of the future plan. J. Jones was closer to a rookie than a long time veteran and he spent most of his time on the PR. We can't move Santos-Knox to the PR.

#23

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: 2026 CFL Draft - Blue Bomb...

Last post by Pete - April 30, 2026, 09:35:01 PM

The difference between Santos Knox and Sankey is the $$$.  Not sure that Awe is expensive, but I think he's not a fit otherwise.

At the rate and guarantee that we signed him for, Santos Knox is a no brainer.  If he beats Wilson for WIL, its a great trade up. If he doesn't, what did it cost?  A roster spot in TC?

I think we signed Knox because we needed insurance for the middle lb spot. Wilson is good at outside, but hes not a great choice for the middle. Its why we signed Jones ly even though we didnt use him.

#24

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Global Draft

Last post by Blue In BC - April 30, 2026, 09:31:52 PM

Worse option than what?

Currently they would be on the 1 game injured list and wouldnt be eligible to be a last minute game replacement.

IMO this is just adding transparency to the rosters and is a favorable option for players and the teams.

Reserve lists isn't a new concept. The CFL for the longest time had a 4 man reserve list.

Worse than 2 rookies on ELC deals. It's not a resolution, it's a band aid evasion and bad business solution IMO.

Normally ( except last year ) teams don't park veterans on 1 game IR for extended periods unless they are really injured. . Veterans play and when injured are replaced by mostly rookies off the PR.  This plan parks healthy players and that makes zero sense.

Again, the issue is paying players to not play ( vets in particular ). Increase the roster by 2 would be better. Add 1 Canadian and 1 more DI. If adding another DI is an issue than add 2 Canadians.

#25

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers Transactions ...

Last post by Pete - April 30, 2026, 09:29:20 PM

we added a couple of not drafted wr , probably to give the 16 dbs in tc someone to cover.

#26

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Global Draft

Last post by gobombersgo - April 30, 2026, 09:18:02 PM

That's an even worse resolution. Parking 2 vets that are earning a higher than ELC to NOT DRESS but get paid.

Worse option than what?

Currently they would be on the 1 game injured list and wouldnt be eligible to be a last minute game replacement.

IMO this is just adding transparency to the rosters and is a favorable option for players and the teams.

Reserve lists isn't a new concept. The CFL for the longest time had a 4 man reserve list.

#27

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Global Draft

Last post by Blue In BC - April 30, 2026, 09:09:25 PM

Yup, but it could be argued that these 2 spots would be filled by more game ready, veteran players than what you would find on the PR.

That's an even worse resolution. Parking 2 vets that are earning a higher than ELC to NOT DRESS but get paid.

#28

Offside Forum / Re: Winnipeg Jets Discussion -...

Last post by Pigskin - April 30, 2026, 08:39:32 PM

Draft lottery on May 5th. I hope we can jump up a few spots.

#29

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: CFL Game Changes FAQ - UPD...

Last post by blue_or_die - April 30, 2026, 08:30:59 PM

Some other changes taking place:

Practice rosters expanded by two. One must be Canadian.

The two man game day roster reserve concept is back, those on the reserve get full game cheques. No impact to ratio there, meaning it can be anyone.

This is positive. Anytime we can expand the CFL roster, the better.

#30

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Blue Bombers Transactions ...

Last post by Jesse - April 30, 2026, 08:15:23 PM

Gatkouth will probably miss some or all of TC along with Cline. Hooper is a big guy.

So we've added 5 of our draft picks and 3 other Canadians not drafted.

Rocker replaces Taylor as the import RB.

Daniels is listed on our roster as a WR!!! lol

Assuming he doesn't make the roster, Gatkouth is expected to show up with the vets at the start of camp.

Cline was signed to a contract and is expected to be gone a bit longer.