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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: GDT Edm at Ham, Fri Oct 9,...

Last post by gobombersgo - October 08, 2026, 04:28:54 PM

Edmonton Elks regain two starters, lose one against Ticats
by 3Down Staff  October 8, 2026

The Edmonton Elks will have a couple of key offensive contributors healthy for Friday's matchup with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats.

Canadian centre David Beard and American receiver Joe Robustelli are both slated to make their return to the starting lineup this week after injury absences. Beard, a former All-CFL selection, has been battling a calf injury, while Robustelli has appeared in just three games since signing with the team this offseason due to foot issues, recording 14 catches for 177 yards and two touchdowns.

It isn't all good news, however, as the Elks will be without one of their stars in the secondary this week. Kordell Jackson Jr. has been placed on the one-game injured list after dealing with an ankle issue in practice. Through 15 games, the 27-year-old has amassed 57 defensive tackles, two special teams tackles, three tackles for loss, a sack, three forced fumbles, 11 pass breakups, and three interceptions.

Veteran Kobe Williams will take over at field halfback in the interim after being relegated to backup duties in recent weeks, while Leonard Johnson comes back onto the roster as insurance. Canadian defensive lineman Noah Curtis has been placed on the reserve roster this week, while American pass rusher Elijah Alston has been returned to the practice roster.

The Edmonton Elks (11-4) will visit the Hamilton Tiger-Cats (5-11) on Friday, October 9, with kickoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EDT. The Elks are coming off a bye week, while the Tiger-Cats won a relatively one-sided game over the lowly Ottawa Redblacks.

The game will be broadcast on TSN and RDS2 in Canada and CFL+ internationally. Radio listeners can tune in on 880 CHED in Edmonton and the Ticats Audio Network in Hamilton.

https://3downnation.com/2026/10/08/edmonton-elks-regain-two-starters-lose-one-against-ticats/

[Hamilton Tiger-Cats swap three Canadians for matchup with Elks]

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: GDT Edm at Ham, Fri Oct 9,...

Last post by gobombersgo - October 08, 2026, 04:28:45 PM

Hamilton Tiger-Cats swap three Canadians for matchup with Elks

https://3downnation.com/2026/10/08/hamilton-tiger-cats-swap-three-canadians-for-matchup-with-elks/

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: GDT Edm at Ham, Fri Oct 9,...

Last post by gobombersgo - October 08, 2026, 04:28:25 PM

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / GDT Edm at Ham, Fri Oct 9, 6:0...

Last post by gobombersgo - October 08, 2026, 04:28:16 PM

#45

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Who is untouchable with th...

Last post by markf - October 08, 2026, 04:21:36 PM

Unless the Bombers fix their Offensive Line woes, it won't matter which QB they poach - they won't be able to provide the required 3 seconds of protection, and any of these QB's performance would dropoff unless they had a super-quick release (on every play?) or were extremely scrambly (which increases their chances of injury).

Remember Michael Reilly with the Lions?

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Who is untouchable with th...

Last post by bunker - October 08, 2026, 04:09:31 PM

Unless the Bombers fix their Offensive Line woes, it won't matter which QB they poach - they won't be able to provide the required 3 seconds of protection, and any of these QB's performance would dropoff unless they had a super-quick release (on every play?) or were extremely scrambly (which increases their chances of injury).

I think Alexander or Rourke would instantly make our O-line look better. But they will not be available. So I agree that beefing up the O-line as much as possible is the way to go. Having more high draft picks would have helped start the process, unfortunately.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Who is untouchable with th...

Last post by bunker - October 08, 2026, 04:04:40 PM

Agreed.  Especially since we may not have any choice but to stick with Dru (or Zach -- but same problem).  Unless we get a mobile QB, we need to get back to the days of having the best OL.  Then take a page out of SSK's 2025 playbook and understand we can skimp at REC -- both $ and ratio.  I think SSK's woes this season are partly caused by a worsening of their OL.  That short-only no-mobility scheme only works with the best OL.

I thought Sask's O-line has been fine. They lost Meyers to the NFL, all their other best receivers have been out with injuries, Thor has been injured, and Harris is a year older.

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Who is untouchable with th...

Last post by Cool Spot - October 08, 2026, 03:58:34 PM

Kelly has been clean two years. I used to hate him also but I really like winning and really Rourke, Alexander and Kelly are going to be the ones winning cups for the next few years. With Kelly being available you have to find a way.

Unless the Bombers fix their Offensive Line woes, it won't matter which QB they poach - they won't be able to provide the required 3 seconds of protection, and any of these QB's performance would dropoff unless they had a super-quick release (on every play?) or were extremely scrambly (which increases their chances of injury).

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Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Calgary @ Winnipeg Pre-gam...

Last post by Mick - October 08, 2026, 03:40:58 PM

Zach was limited in practice today. So, at the very least he will be coming off the 6 game injury list this week.

Help us Obi-wan, you're our only hope.

https://imgur.com/a/nqLAqoy

#50

Blue Bomber & CFL Discussion Forum / Re: Trade Brady?

Last post by Sir Blue and Gold - October 08, 2026, 03:38:05 PM

Re: The Ratio:

1. 2 types, Canadian, Non-Canadian
2. Min 10 Canadian's per team
3. Min 5 starters

= Better football, shorter careers, equally hard GM job

It would be a start.