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Have looked into this a bit ... Google has implemented a new feature called auto ads, where it basically uses AI/ML to try and better serve ads and placement. I had turned it on a while back, but with restrictions. I found this email from yesterday: As someone who works in software, this is something that really pisses me off. You never unilaterally make changes to how a customers account works. Most people never read those emails, and I almost never log into the account to see notifications. These have been turned off. Let me know if you are still seeing them.

Don’t run the site to make money. I’m happy to break even. The ads do pay for hosting, software costs, prizes for Pick ‘Ems and Lock of the Week, and we’ve donated a pair of season tickets to allow those less fortunate to see Bomber games every year running the site. So if they are detracting from the enjoyment of the site, I’m generally against them.

I'm not sure it will work on Netscape.

I’ll take a look into it tonight I haven’t changed any of the ad settings in a long time. I hate ads that are injected into threads or take away from the site. Seems like Google decided to get aggressive.

No you cant here is the rule: Article 4 — Designated Quarterback Prior to the game, a team is required to designate three players who shall be permitted to alternate for each other during the game at the Quarterback position exclusively. Not more than one such player may be in the game at any time and none of the three can enter the game as a member of Team B. PENALTY: L25 PLS DR or L25 PBD or option. NOTE: For the purposes of this Article 4, the duties of the Quarterback position may include punting, place kicking and kicking off. If a team designates three Quarterbacks for a game, the player designated as the third Quarterback shall not be eligible for kicking duties. NOTE: A team is required to have one designated quarterback or kicker on the field for each of its offensive plays.

CONGRATS to the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for making the post season for the 4th straight season. While a first place finish and a bye to the WF is not possible this year a berth in the WSF is guaranteed. To be determined is our opponent and whether or not we will be hosting the game. Since we have a bye the last week of the season we can only be interested spectators. THE POSSIBILITIES If BC beats Calgary then Sask's game against Edmonton is meaningless as the Riders will have locked up first place and will host the WF. We would host the WSF against Calgary. If Calgary beats BC and Sask beats Edmonton then the Riders secure first place and host the WF and we will be going to McMann to play the Stamps in the WSF. If Calgary beats BC and Edmonton beats Sask then Calgary gets first place and will host the WF and we would be going to Mosaic to play the Riders in the WSF. We could be playing this WSF in Winnipeg, Regina, or Calgary. I hope I got that right. WHO STARTS? I don't think Zach Collaros is our starting QB by default. If Streveler is healthy he may get the nod. The concern with Zach is his ability to withstand a nasty blow to the head. In a playoff game I don't think it's a reach to suggest that, given the opportunity, someone is likely to risk it and test Collaros' melon if it means they can get him out of the game. The stakes are high. Depending on weather conditions, Streveler and his running ability may be the determining factor in who starts. Streveler's durability is not to be understated however, if he is unable to move the ball, he may be on a short leash. I can easily see a scenario where Zach takes the 1st and 2nd down snaps and Chris comes in to run the 3rd down conversions and perhaps run a few plays out of the hurry-up. Lots of possibilities here. I don't think there's any chance that McGuire starts. He is strictly an insurance policy. There's a lot to be decided yet and even once we know who we are playing and where we are playing them, I don't think it's a for-sure thing as to who starts, and how long the leash is. THIS IS IT! Not since this regime took control of this football team has there been this level of expectation to win and win now. A one-and-done and some fans will be looking to clean house. Even a WSF win and another loss in the WF may not be enough to save everyone. Expectations are definitely high. The future of this regime and it's supporting cast hang in the balance. HOW THE OPPOSITION MEASURES UP Calgary has not shown themselves to be the powerhouse they have been in previous years. Sask has surprised but they have had some good fortune with the schedule and the timing of when they have faced their opponents. They are a good team with a fortunate record. The Bombers are certainly capable of beating both these teams. OUR CHANCES The only real negative for the Blue and Gold is that they are going into this playoff season without their veteran leader and #1 QB, Matt Nichols. But with a bye the last week of the season the Bombers are going to be rested and should be well prepared for a strong playoff run. Collaros played very well in beating Calgary last week. Streveler has had a chance to develop and has shown flashes. The Bombers are staring at a golden opportunity to finally make it out of the West. This might be the year it all comes together.

https://www.bluebombers.com/2019/09/07/recap-winnipeg-35-saskatchewan-10/ god how embarrassing would it be to get blown out by a short yardage specialist?

I always assumed everyone runs an ad blocker no?

McGuire sure did make a nice play on the winning field goal tho, high snap, brought it down nicely, turned the laces, for the win.

he's a piece of **** and **** you for saying otherwise...

That short yardage specialist with heart hung 35 on you in an absolute dominant beat down in the Banjo Bowl. That being said...play them both.

They still need to win to get a home playoff game, so I doubt it changes their roster or their interest in winning the game.

I am hesitant to complain about ads on a site I like unless they're very very intrusive. I noticed the change on my phone and I was like "eh that's annoying but whatever"

Is it just me, or are there way more ads on the site now? I'm getting them popping up in the middle of threads now, and they're much bigger at the top and bottom of the screen. It's only this site that it's happening to me.

Agree. My concern is that we have all seen Streveler takes some late, dirty, hellacious head shots, especially while he was defenseless at the bottom of a scrum. Defenses will take liberties with a QB to try to get him out of the game. The Simoni Lawrence hit on Zach being a perfect example. I don't see Zach surviving many of those.

It seems certain (based on my MBB readings) that MOS is headed to Toronto next year. And, based on Pinball's tapping up of Collaros, he seems destined to return as well. Therefore, based on the MOS-science, I expect MOS to start Zach (Zac, Zak, Zzzak, ZZZZzzaq, Zack) in the WSF.

These players that wear their helmets loose like that are going to have a hard time proving negligence on their team's or helmet manufacturer when they were negligent themselves as players. I'd like to see all players tighten their helmets & think of their safety & what that means to their quality of life & their families in the future.

I'd second that...we don't pay anything to use this, so as long as Rich is getting what's coming to him, and it's not making my use of the site super difficult, I'm okay with whatever...

Well, Zach has won in Calgary before...

"I love everything that's old and reminds me of when I was young" - Old People

turns out, the J stands for Jay.......

Collaros with Streveler coming in on set plays. Streveler isn’t a starting quarterback at this stage but can still be valuable.

Andrew Harris passed Normie Kwong last night to become the All Time Canadian leader in CFL rushing yards. A big kudos to Andrew!

Maybe in the fourth quarter when they're up by 30... but I doubt they'd put any risk in this game...

The only regular QB/kicker that I remember was Sonny Wade. But I think he was just a punter. No, wait - Don Jonas. No idea who held for him. I think it might have be the person who was then known as Ralph Brock.

Today's shoulder pads are very good and offer good protection. But, I am completely with you on the helmets. It drives me absolutely crazy whenever I see one come off during the play or a player pull it off like it was a baseball cap. A properly designed, built and fitted helmet is not easy to take off. Anything less should result in immediate ejection from the game and, for repeat offenders, suspensions. The Bombers drought of grey cups is a far less of a risk to the organization than lawsuits.

Thanks for this Jpan, that's great info. It raises another question (that likely would never come up in a game). I wonder if a Quarterback was ever put in as a place kicker, would that mean that one of the other QBs wouldn't be allowed to hold for him?

Play them both, the two create a massive headache for DC's to gameplan.

Yes, I can.

Neither did I until MOS said so last night on the Coach's Show.

didn't know that rule.

You can't have 2 QBs on the field at the same time.

I can see Lapo trying some sort of scheme to get both them many plays.

After what we saw with Collaros, and streveller last few games, I think Collaros will be the QB.

Man, Teemu Selanne looks good. What every professional athlete hopes to have when their careers are over, i.e., all their faculties in order.

Biggest Private Coal Miner Goes Bust as Trump Rescue Fails By Steven Church,Will Wade, and Jeremy Hill October 29, 2019, 5:26 AM CDT Updated on October 29, 2019, 7:13 AM CDT Robert E. Murray, the U.S. coal baron who pressed the Trump administration to help save America’s struggling miners, placed his company into bankruptcy as demand for the fossil fuel continues to weaken. Murray Energy Holdings Co. filed for Chapter 11 protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Columbus, Ohio, to restructure more than $2.7 billion of debt. The miner -- the largest privately owned U.S. coal company -- reached a restructuring support agreement with a group of lenders that provides a new $350 million loan to keep operations going during the reorganization, according to the court filing. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-10-29/biggest-private-coal-miner-goes-bust-after-trump-rescue-fails

Japanese carmaker Honda has brought forward a goal to only sell electric and hybrid cars in Europe by three years to 2022, a leading company executive said on Wednesday. Last month, Honda said it would phase out all diesel vehicle sales in Europe by 2021 in favour of electrified vehicles. “We can also feel the fact that the market around us is expanding. Obviously the legislation around the environment is getting clearer as well. It is the track we are on in terms of the development of the new fully electrified line up.” The European Union has set new rules for carmakers to reduce carbon dioxide vehicle emissions from next year, or face fines. https://www.mining.com/web/honda-brings-forward-goal-to-be-fully-electrified-in-europe-to-2022/

Myself.....use the term ZC....to avoid this sort of thing

I wouldn't count on this guy, he's trash.

Don't laugh. If Rod Black peruses this board he'll be using this as filler during our next game with him.

here's hoping that Big Zach can get some playoff wins.

This guy needs to be a lawmaker

Isn't that what Skinners use? Also boiling hot dogs is yucccccccck, open fire is the way to go!

Just watched this one again and the league should be ashamed of the job the officials did. From the no call on the JGrant horse-collar to the BS call on the Maston hit to the non-UR on Lawler on his TD catch (no need to smoke him when he's down in the EZ with possession) to two non-URs on Zach this game was an officiating embarrassment. I used to like Cuthbert but the way he meekly defers to whatever Suitor says has left an awful sour taste in my mouth. And how all four panelists and two announcers were cool with that hit on Collaros is so mind-boggling I can barely process it. That crap really burns my biscuits.

I have points and games played for Normie Kwong (1948 & 1949) but no other individual numbers for the season. The Winnipeg Tribune mentioned that Kwong & Harry Hood accumulated about 150 yards (divided equally) in the September 12 game. The Trib had a more detailed account for the September 17 game - Kwong had runs of 71, 16, 12, 8, 6 & 0 yards. Kwong played all 12 games in 1948 but was only listed as a starter once. In 1949, he played all 14 games and was listed as a starter 9 times. In this era, if you subbed out of the game you could not return until the following quarter. As a result, starters usually played big minutes. 600 yards seems like a reasonable estimate.

This is why I switched from briefs to boxers...

Thanks, Beerpants! It's been bugging me too.

You gain nothing starting a running qb and trying to weave in a passer. But spelling a throwing qb with a mobile qb is proven effective. If collaros gets knocked out of the game as a starter we lose nothing from having streveler come off the bench. If collaros has to come off the bench he has to find a passing rythym. Remember the hurry up package after the short yardage team got a first down last year? We can have that back. Not to mention it's what our offense is designed around. We never made the read option or rpo work real well. Collaros made better use of our system then Nichols did and showed better accuracy then we've seen in a long time.

Zach, zero question.