2025 Main Training Camp News and Views

[Waffler]

Haven't heard a single mention of Reggie White Jr. yet either, that can't be good. There's only two job opening for import receiver boys, better get after it.  D. Mitchell is explosive, so I could see him lighting it up in pre-seaon with a few big plays that will demonstrate his ability.

I've noticed a few good plays from Reggie White Jr. A lot of bodies and a lot of talent here to sort through. I am thinking he will have his chances yet, he's still in the hunt.

With D Mitchell he may have to shine with a back up QB at this rate. Not sure if that helps him or hinders him since he could also be against a rookie db. You are right though, he could turn it on anytime. We are just wondering why he hasn't yet. 

[Horseman]

I'm a little concerned reading the camp updates and seeing that Zack et al are getting picked quite frequently. Does this translate into last year with Zack throwing picks at the wrong time again. The advantage should be with the offence knowing the routes vs DB's who are reacting.

[TecnoGenius]

-Is this the year Zach finally spends time on the 6 game? 
(I've been expecting this since 2020!)

For all that is holy, go and knock some wood, dude!  Bad karma, argh!

[TecnoGenius]

Some shuffling going on in the receiver groups early in practice. Jaylen Hall and Cody Case up with the first team w/Demski, M.Mitchell and Sterns.

M.Mitchell getting a strange amount of love every day now.  Either they've seen a spark in him and he's gonna make the team, or they are kicking the tires repeatedly to ensure cutting him in a few days isn't a mistake.

If you asked me based on last year alone I would have said cut 'em.  I can't forget that fumble @PAS on a return that may have cost us a game (from memory, which is usually pretty good when it comes to negatives!).

Sometimes it takes these rookie IMPs that extra dev year to shine.  Maybe he's the next Pokey!

[TecnoGenius]

Q  What's going on with Dillon Mitchell? I thought for sure he'd be with the first-team.
DT That one is curious. Not sure if it's reflective of his play or if they just want a longer look at someone else, knowing what Mitchell can bring. I lean to the latter, but can't be sure.

D.Mitchell better understand that MOS is all about effort.  No one's job is safe if they're uninterested and aloof.

DT  The LS is very interesting. They took Leroux in the 4th last year for a reason. Can they PR him for a whole season? I'll be excited to see more from Evans now that he's in camp. Beating out the incumbent feels tough with these Bombers.

If Leroux is going into his 2nd year, then it may pay to actually NOT start him this year.  He's locked up, can dev and learn, and then be a cheap 2nd contract in FA.

[TecnoGenius]

Turns out Connor Shay is a fake Canadian, this is only the second time he's ever been in Canada and he doesn't remember where in Canada his Dad was born. 

I'm fine with fake Canadians.  If the league allows Canadian "by blood" then so be it.  They often are some of the best, since they get the advantage of full-on USA dev.  (Yes, Woli.)

Dude looks stout and legit in the vid.  Seems really smart, too.  He'll fit right in.

[Pete]

Makonzo moved to 6 game IR after sustaining injury earlier this week. Sorry to hear that. He was going to be a great addition to our depth.

guy can't stay healthy; I can't see him factoring in at all in our plans going forward. When you sign someone with an injury history you're gambling that he's going to last  but doesn't always work out

[Blueforlife]

I'm a little concerned reading the camp updates and seeing that Zack et al are getting picked quite frequently. Does this translate into last year with Zack throwing picks at the wrong time again. The advantage should be with the offence knowing the routes vs DB's who are reacting.

No concerned at all about Zach.  Give him protection and some weapons and he will shred a defense, always has always will.  Yes he will throw picks, likely at his average rate, which is low with a lot of TDs!