Winnipeg at BC - pregame discussion

[Jesse]

Man, what a boost it would be to see Lawler practicing this week (not that I want to put a bunch of expectations on him too early after coming back). Hopefully he can just stay healthy the rest of the year.

[Blueforlife]

turning on the predicted MOP of 2024 already??  Poor VAJ - gets hurt and they are out to replace him.

No different than how some turned on Zach on here.  I like the long game on both.

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[J5V]

turning on the predicted MOP of 2024 already??  Poor VAJ - gets hurt and they are out to replace him.

There are calls for Rick Campbells head too.

[The Zipp]

From the Bombers:

The team will return to practice tomorrow morning, 11:30am-12:45pm, at Princess Auto Stadium. Tomorrow's practice is open to the public.

[GOLDMEMBER]

No different than how some turned on Zach on here.  I like the long game on both.

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So arrive after kick off? 

[Blueforlife]

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/manitoba/winnipeg-blue-bombers-ontaria-wilson-1.7292594

[M.O.A.B.]

We maybe facing Rourke next game.

https://3downnation.com/2024/08/13/hes-back-nathan-rourke-returns-to-b-c-lions/

[DCM]

Way too soon but never say never I guess.

[The Zipp]

Sounds like he will practice today with the team...guess ol VAJ is odd man out once he returns from injury.

Willie you are up - crush this bum!!  I was cheering for the guy in the NFL but that is over now...

[Sir Blue and Gold]

BC practices Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. He'll get a full week in. My guess is he plays Sunday.

[The Zipp]

BC practices Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. He'll get a full week in. My guess is he plays Sunday.

He should be in game shape, playbook and timing might be a challenge but honestly he will be way better than Dolegala.

VAJ take a backup role or gets traded to Hamilton?

[Sir Blue and Gold]

He should be in game shape, playbook and timing might be a challenge but honestly he will be way better than Dolegala.

VAJ take a backup role or gets traded to Hamilton?

I assume they'll have to release Vernon Adams when healthy. Rourke probably set the ceiling for QBs in the CFL with the deal he just signed. Maybe he gets traded I suppose but if he does it won't be for the haul anyone thinks.

[Stats Junkie]

According to Farhan Lalji, Rourke signed a 3 year deal through the 2026 season.

Several sources stating that deal was structured to allow VA to remain with Lions - don't expect him to be traded.

[DCM]

VA will want to be a starter, no chance he sits around on the bench.

[ModAdmin]

Blue Bombers Transactions - August 13, 2024

WINNIPEG, MB., August 13, 2024 – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the following transactions:

Released from practice roster:

American receiver Ravi Alston