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38 minutes ago, Noeller said:
The biggest thing is going to be turnovers. Not just INTs but that **** when the pocket collapses and Collaros is in deep **** and fumbles or whatever... We've seen it too often this year. If we win the turnover battle, we win this game. Period.
This is exactly how I see it. Collaros needs to play error free ball. If he gets into trouble there is a good sideline to throw the ball to. Trying to make something out of nothing will lose us the game. If he has a good error free game we win. If the opposite happens we will not win.
- Noeller, rebusrankin, Mark F and 1 other
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19 hours ago, SpeedFlex27 said:
You walk to your office downtown? You some kind of caped super hero impervious to robbings & muggings?
Yeah back in those days my office was just off Colony Street (by the Bay) and I had to park several blocks away. One of the best memories I have is standing by the Bay on the one side and watching the Bomber Grey Cup Team parade back in 1984. Very cold that day but I hung in for the whole parade.
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1 hour ago, bluto said:
Was only there once for -40. Dad often took me there on business and we'd fit in a Jets game. This one particular time we were with an associate from his Nassau office who had never even seen snow before. A cherished hilarious memory of seeing him take off down the street at a Johnsonesque sprint to get back to our hotel.
Never implied that Winnipeg doesn't see the nether regions of the thermometer. Just that humid cold hits different.
And on this I have to agree with Bluto - I moved from Dallas to Winnipeg in 1981 (better half is from the Peg). My office was just off Portage and Main and I suffered!! I thought it could not get any worse until I had to spend a week in Toronto in Feb - downtown staying at the Westin (right by the harbor) and walking up to the client about 5 blocks away. I have never been colder even with my walks to my office in the Peg. The wind and dampness and cold just got to me no matter how warm I dressed. Never forget it!
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16 hours ago, bluto said:
Popular sentiment around here.
Almost as popular as "they'll get upset in the East Final".
We'll see.
I want to see the Argo's in the cup for two reasons - 1)This will help the season ticket count in Toronto for the Argos and 2) Bombers will prove once and for all they are the better team.
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4 minutes ago, WinnipegGordo said:
I really do not see Calgary winning in BC - but stranger things have happened. I would believe that a BC win will happen and the Bombers need to put the pedal to the metal on Saturday and win. I would not like to have to go into Calgary the following week needing the win to secure home field advantage and a bye into the Western Final. Calgary will be playing all out to secure a play off spot given that the Riders should lose to the Argos this week.
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lots of good comments on this one. I was only able to watch the first quarter and then had to tape the rest which I will watch today sometime. When I had to turn off the game (damn Bridge Night and my wife was threating me with her Darth Vader Death Look) the Bombers did not look all that good. Glad to now learn about the win in OT and will watch the game tonight.
- ddanger, Piggy 1 and rebusrankin
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1 hour ago, 17to85 said:
Let the stack the box. Bc D is lighter if you ask me. They want to get into a brawl along the line I like our chances.
I agree with your comments. BC Defensive Line is a little on the light side. I think we can run against them and should be able to wear them down as the game progresses. I think the key to the game is to keep our offense on the field and the BC offense off the field. However when the BC offense is on the field I think it is time for both Jefferson and Jeffcoat to show up. Both have not been all that impressive the past few games at least IMHO.
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59 minutes ago, TBURGESS said:
The 2 points is all that matters. Keeps us tied for first in the West and sets up the biggest game of the year (so far) next week against BC.
Great reverse return followed by not so great reverse return. Shows how quickly Toronto can adjust on the fly.
We started great with a TD drive, then had to settle for FG's.
We proved we could beat Toronto with their 2nd string QB, third string RB and 3 starters missing from the defence. Actually, they were still in the lead with their 2nd string QB et al, so we didn't even prove that. Note that Calgary beat them without their starting QB too & they suck this year.
Toronto proved that they can hang with us even with a bunch of backups in.
This is my opinion also. The win did not prove much other than what TBurgress indicated. Next week will be where the rubber meets the road. If we win I think we are well along our way to another cup appearance. If not then we probably will host the WSF and probably play the Riders.
- ddanger and Bigblue204
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18 hours ago, Noeller said:
*Couldn't care less....
.... but yes..... one week at a time, as has always been the mantra. Just win this week, worry about BC after that.
Amen I agree with Noeller - just win today and worry about BC after that - one game at a time. Note disclaimer - this is the second time I have agreed with Noeller this week - a new record!😀
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11 minutes ago, voodoochylde said:
Only problem is that we have, historically, played down to the level of our opponents.
I hope we come our and absolutely kick the **** out of the Argos but I will not be surprised if it's far closer than what it should be.
I just want a win to keep up with the Lions. And I would love to see the Riders win in BC but I think that is a lost cause. I think we will win and if only by a FG than who cares? It is the Lion game next up that will be the acid test IMHO.
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I see this game as sort of a no win for the Bombers regardless of what happens. If the Bombers win it is due to the fact that the Argos did not play their "A" team as they want to rest starters etc. etc. - If the Bombers lose there will be tons of questions .
IMHO the Bombers need to win just to stay in first and continue to fight for home field advantage for the WF or WSF etc. Nothing else matters!
- Wanna-B-Fanboy, Bigblue204 and Noeller
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28 minutes ago, Noeller said:
I'll eat it if I have to, but mark me down right now... on September 26th..... that the Argos will be upset in the EF this year. Whether it's Hamilton or Montreal, someone's gonna catch them sleeping and keep them outta the big game.
I sort of have to agree with Noeller here (cough cough cough) - and I seldom agree with Noeller. I think the Argos could get sharpshooted in the Eastern Final. Just think they are on cruise control and it will be hard to put the pedal to the metal when it counts.
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Got to agree with most of the comments on the Elks and Ford in particular. I think Edmonton is slowly but steadly building a competative team. Maybe not this year but next year if they keep the progress going they will definately be in the hunt. The Riders?? Not so much! Lots of changes needed in Rider Land at least IMHO.
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44 minutes ago, TBURGESS said:
If they can keep Brady in check & their D line can provide pressure like in the first two games, I don't see us hanging 50 on them. I do see us winning by more than a TD though.
I agree with TBurgess - we should win but not by the blowout others are predicting. I think it will be a good game and provided we do not make as many silly mistakes as we seem to want to make - we win by 10points or or more.
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17 minutes ago, Noeller said:
I'm wildly uncomfortable with how many people are expecting a big win. This year's edition of the team terrifies me every single week. Never know who's going to show up.
Amen!! I agree with Noeller (which is not always the case). This years addition of the Bombers terrifies me each and every week - Never know who's going to show up and whether or not we figure out a way to self destruct or pull out a big win. Against the Riders (as much as most folks hate them) we need all hands on board and keep the screw ups to a minimum.
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I realize there are a lot of comments regarding the game, the headbutt on Zack etc. However I wanted to first of all thank the folks that took my gang to the game in Regina (we came in from Calgary - stayed in Moosejaw). We had great seats with a bunch of long term Rider Season Ticket Holders. Very knowledgeable regarding CFL football and of course all were Rider fans. However they welcomed us Bomber fans with open arms and shared a few cold ones along with lots of good natured banter back and forth. The stadium (this is my second Labor Day Classic) is very nice. The food was good (for stadium grub). We had a big BBQ pregame so all I had was a few cold ones). Bottom line IMHO fans are fans everywhere and most if not just about all are good people regardless of the team they support.
Now on to the Banjo Bowl and here is hoping the Bombers lay a 50 point smackdown on the Riders!! PS I tried to get my boss (wifey) to let me drive to the Peg for the Banjo Bowl but I guess I overextended my allowance at the Casino in Moosejaw😩
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1 hour ago, 17to85 said:
See typical Toronto attitude, it's all about them. ******* narcissists
Take it easy on Bluto! Great to see him posting hear and also the CFL needs more Argo Fans like Bluto!
53 minutes ago, bluto said:You're likely right... but being a Toronto sports fan for this long has made me reflexively "glass-half-full".
As for what constitutes a "problem" for us? We have a QB that frankly we can't do without. If The Chad is out, it will be as if the Boatmen have no oars.
I agree Bluto - I am looking forward to the Argo game against my Bombers - Just to see who might be Number 1!! And I for one am glad that the Argos have a good QB. The CFL needs all the help it can get and a good Argo team is good for all the league.
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20 minutes ago, Booch said:
I agree...The Lions were over hyped and last several weeks have been slowly coming to earth....Their defense has somewhat been solved....undersized faster dlineman been mitigated by widening out the oline with and extra blocker, and even have just 1 more receiver work more in the box,....and that extra time for the QB has been eviscerating their plan to play man on man....
Factor in a weak oline which was very evident, and you get what you get....a win and a good looking squad when all is going well, but any type of resistance, and adversity....they are hit/miss....not too concerned about them...Totally not concerned about SASK as they a right mess too....First is easily ours as long as we don't have any more head up our butts games
not going to quite agree with your last statment. I think we have a shot at first but it will not be easy. I think we will split with the Riders and still have some tough games left. I agree that the Lions are somewhat over hyped at times. Still we have a lot of work to do in order to finish first. Cautiously optimistic would be the best option IMHO.
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7 hours ago, Noeller said:
it's definitely needed... but won't be a fun sit at shitty ol' McMahon tonight. And I'm curious how it's going to even up the game for the lousy Stamps...
I hear you - just checking in one more time before I head out to the game. We do a pre game lunch at BigT's BBQ and then head to the game. We go to the one in Mahogny vs by the stadium and then hustle to the game. Raining at the moment so everyone has their rain gear. Will be an interesting game if the field gets a little wet.
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Got to agree with most of the comments - we should come out of this with a victory as long as we do not take Edmonton lightly. And after the Ottawa fisaco I do not think we will take Edmonton lightly - Or at the least I hope so!
- Noeller, Starman115 and wbbfan
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13 hours ago, JuranBoldenRules said:
As a coaching staff they are way overthinking it. Don't they remember the game they played against us?
Have a read play for Crum, hand off up the pooper if the A gaps aren't plugged up, boot out or run the opposite, read the stretch play to RB run Crum up the pooper if anything open A/B. Third play would be a fake inside run boot pass where Crum can run or toss it over the top to a receiver with 20x40 (800 square) bloody yards to work with.
I agree with your comments - you have two plays to get two yards with the defense 1 yrd off the LOS. Run it plain and simple at least IMHO.
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3 hours ago, Booch said:
safe to say there is a lower group of MTL...HAM...SASK and EDM...and likely in that order of suck....If MTL could field a QB they would be heads and tails above those 3 others....The FAJ is just utterly useless...runs into the pressure...Panics immediately when first read isn't there then runs around like a chicken with his head cut off....he's so bad
I have Ham next as it a toss up between them and SASK....holes all over both, but I see Ham with better overall depth and even tho coaching staffs there seem to have no control and make the dumbest decisions...Ham makes just a few less dumb ones, both have absolutely nothing i the QB department right now, but I see upside in Ham as Powell looks better than Fine/dolegado already and they will be getting Shiltz back....and even possibly BLM who if he plays a new game and realizes he is not 2010 to 2018 BLM he can be more than serviceable....The Elks...well nough said until Jone's is punted outta there
I agree with your assessment however I might put SASK ahead of Hamilton. I think the Riders will win a few more games that Hamilton if they can fill a few holes on both sides of the ball. As for Edmonton why not chuck Jone's now (pay the costs) and get someone in that can at the least get the fans in Edmonton back in the stands?
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Hamilton Defense is normally good. However as others have stated BLM may be past his best before date.
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3 hours ago, rebusrankin said:
I think we see the Argos destroy the Tigercats. Argos are playing well and Hamilton is starting a third stringer.
Can not help but agree - however even given Friday so to speak!! It may be closer than most folks think.
Blue Bombers - 2023 Regular Season - Discussion Thread
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Mookie! Great seeing you here. I pop in when I can. Work travel keeps me out of Canada more than I would like. Miss the "Our Bombers" days. I always wonder where Nasty Nate ended up.
I even pop over to Total CFL every so often. That was where I first ran across you. Long time ago!😀