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#21

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Cfl draft

Last post by Pigskin - March 16, 2026, 10:16:38 PM

I think you guys go Vaccaro if he falls to you.  He can play centre or guard.  Round 2 maybe a DE, not much in terms of DT depth in this draft.

Us guys, would love to get Vaccaro, who was a Bison for three years. But, it sounds like he could spend a little time in the NFL. It also sounds like Ottawa would love to have him.

#22

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Cfl draft

Last post by CrazyCanuck89 - March 16, 2026, 07:12:12 PM

I think you guys go Vaccaro if he falls to you.  He can play centre or guard.  Round 2 maybe a DE, not much in terms of DT depth in this draft.

#23

Offside Forum / Re: Fishing Manitoba 2025

Last post by Pigskin - March 16, 2026, 06:59:44 PM

Got out to the lake on Saturday night after the Jets game. Sunday morning opened up a couple of holes. The kids dropped lines around 9 am and within minutes they had a couple of keeper walleye's. By noon we had our limited of 18-20" walleye. Still catching in 12' of water on salted minnows and 5/16 oz jigs. 

#24

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Cfl draft

Last post by Blue In BC - March 16, 2026, 06:18:15 PM

Wasn't really referring to ST's which is the best place for rookies to get their toe wet, if Ball, Novak or Jake Kelly are replaced by a rookie I won't even blink, if Schmeck, Smith or Shay are replaced I might drop my sandwich.

I don't think Shay or Smith are at risk. Novak and Schmekel are IMO. While our rookie draft choices didn't see reps aside from ST's, I don't know that is sustainable. I think the high picks from last year and this year, need to see some reps.

We have some older Canadians ( and some imports ) that may need to be replaced in 2027. Bringing newbies along slowly is not a bad plan but at some point, they must play. There are always points in games where it's garbage time ( winning or losing ) that creates openings.

Anyway we'll see who we draft. We don't need another starting Canadian per se, but an example might be Elad replacing Allen at safety. Nothing against Allen and I don't know much about Elad. I don't think he'll be available when we have our 1st pick, but if he's capable of starting, we should consider it.

#25

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Cfl draft

Last post by Pigskin - March 16, 2026, 06:11:04 PM

I don't think Jake Kelly makes the AR this year if the Bombers draft a player like Jett and he shows up to TC this season.

#26

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Cfl draft

Last post by Throw Long Bannatyne - March 16, 2026, 05:24:31 PM

That is most likely. However, they may not start but be ST or injury depth players that get some reps. As mentioned players like Clercius, Ball, Kelly or Schmekel don't exactly have locks on their positions.

The OL might see Wallace bumped to the 6 OL if we start 3 import OL. Eli might be the starting center. So the OL is in flux somewhat.

If we start 3 Canadian OL then the 6th OL is open IMO. Haven't seen enough of Vibert to know whether he keeps a spot or potentially loses out.

My expectation is that our 1st 2 picks make the AR as an improvement to depth. Who they replace is not known.

Wasn't really referring to ST's which is the best place for rookies to get their toe wet, if Ball, Novak or Jake Kelly are replaced by a rookie I won't even blink, if Schmeck, Smith or Shay are replaced I might drop my sandwich.

#27

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Cfl draft

Last post by Blue In BC - March 16, 2026, 04:29:36 PM

Doesn't matter who they draft I don't forsee them playing this year, unless they quickly show themselves to be superior to an existing Natl, maybe Eli and Clercius could be upgraded but even that is a long-shot in the dark.  With the improvements made this off-season there are not many opportunities for new draft picks, specific focus should be directed to getting last years draft picks onto the field.

That is most likely. However, they may not start but be ST or injury depth players that get some reps. As mentioned players like Clercius, Ball, Kelly or Schmekel don't exactly have locks on their positions.

The OL might see Wallace bumped to the 6 OL if we start 3 import OL. Eli might be the starting center. So the OL is in flux somewhat.

If we start 3 Canadian OL then the 6th OL is open IMO. Haven't seen enough of Vibert to know whether he keeps a spot or potentially loses out.

My expectation is that our 1st 2 picks make the AR as an improvement to depth. Who they replace is not known.

[The discussion we're having is in Canada. Any proof anybody in Europe is discussing this issue? Are there any games being broadcast?]

#28

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Kicking Showcase

Last post by Throw Long Bannatyne - March 16, 2026, 04:23:26 PM

It's not whether expanding the global market is a good idea or not. My issue is that adding a 9 ( min ) to a max of 18 to CFL rosters won't succeed in that effort. I don't think fans in any country watch games in order to see the kicking game which is where the globals land on rosters.

The discussion we're having is in Canada. Any proof anybody in Europe is discussing this issue? Are there any games being broadcast?

Not likely, if really enthused fans could stream CFL games from any country, but without any direct promotion or national attention it would only amount to a handful of viewers.

#29

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Cfl draft

Last post by Throw Long Bannatyne - March 16, 2026, 04:17:47 PM

There obviously isn't ever a "best player". Teams place guys in tiers. This group of players have first round talent. Some years there are 10 guys in that list, sometimes there's 4.

Within that group of 1st round talent, you can separate them into 1A, 1B, or 1C.

When it comes to our pick. If there's a LB, a OL, and a WR in the 1B or 1C tier, you can prioritize whichever position you feel fits your team and it's still BPA.

Now if there is only a LB in the 1B tier, you have to consider how far down you are willing to go. If there's a OL in the 1C tier, it's an easy choice. If you only have prospects who graded out in the 2nd round grouping, then you may have to make a choice like we did last year. Where the available LB was so far beyond the other tiers (by the WBB rankings), that you had to double down on the position.

Doesn't matter who they draft I don't forsee them playing this year, unless they quickly show themselves to be superior to an existing Natl, maybe Eli and Clercius could be upgraded but even that is a long-shot in the dark.  With the improvements made this off-season there are not many opportunities for new draft picks, specific focus should be directed to getting last years draft picks onto the field.

#30

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Stadium Concert Series

Last post by blue_or_die - March 16, 2026, 01:40:07 PM

@blueandgoldguy I understand the benefits Edmonton has over Winnipeg and the limitations of PA Stadium....

But, what has changed the last few years that has seen less big time concerts at the stadium?

Even with the capacity of PA Stadium it managed to host;
Taylor Swift
Paul McCartney
Beyonce / Jay-Z
One Direction
AC / DC
Guns N' Roses

Since the 2017 Guns N' Roses concert,  Regina (similar stadium size) has hosted;
The Eagles
Garth Brooks (2 shows)
Foo Fighters (upcoming)

And now AC/DC again at PAS. Sept 20th. Just announced this morning.

Vancouver, Edmonton, Toronto, Montreal and now Winnipeg as the Canadian stops on this stadium tour.