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Week 9 Edm. @ Tor. - Sask. @ Hamilton
Eternal optimist replied to Mr Dee's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Next year, O-line. -
what to do with the Def. backfield
Eternal optimist replied to MyDogHasScheifeles's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
I'd like to think that aside from Randle, all the other defensive injuries mentioned need to earn their spot back - coincides with the 'next man up' mentality. Football definitely is a "what have you done lately?" sport and most of the stocks of our D are riding pretty high right now, take those players out as necessary when they give you a reason to, whether it be from injury or poor play. -
Riders fined another 5 grand
Eternal optimist replied to Rod Black's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Agreed, using your example they likely wouldn't confirm or deny the Riders - or any other CFL team for that matter, was under investigation. Logic would dictate that it'd be done that way in order to prevent the investigation from becoming compromised. I find the idea that BLM would be concerned or knowledgeable about anything the Riders were doing in practice farfetched. As a CFL QB he's got enough other stuff such as studying film practice etc. to keep him busy that would prevent him from being a Magnum PI on the side. -
Riders fined another 5 grand
Eternal optimist replied to Rod Black's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Any time of year is a good time to not be in Saskatchewan. -
Based on this definition - won't the RF forum ban every forum user and self-implode?
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Riders fined another 5 grand
Eternal optimist replied to Rod Black's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
2016 Saskatchewan Roughriders - proudly above league rules and below .500. -
Riders fined another 5 grand
Eternal optimist replied to Rod Black's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Agree with this. It would seem the current mantra around here is "if you don't have anything nice to say...rip on Saskatchewan. That said, cheating is cheating and there's no reason any team should be allowed to play - or for that matter practice - above the rules. -
It still ended up being a 'free play' as they call it... just so happened to be a fumble instead of the typical deep throw without any risk. Thankfully the refs made the right call and we didn't end up with a turnover during a critical time in the game.
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Going into a bye week or not, I'll take any winning streak the Blue and Gold can get.
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Odds and Sods - Game 8 - Bombers at Argos
Eternal optimist replied to do or die's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
You're right, there is always room for improvement and if it weren't for that offsides call that fumble could've been a disastrous turning point for the Bombers. I think it was 13-10 at that point and the turnover would've given Toronto some momentum. That said, I would argue the OL had a good night if for no other reason than they didn't give up a sack. I know that's not always a fair indicator of the O-lines performance, arguments could be made that they gave up more sacks with Willy in (because he hung on to the ball too long). Given the play of the OL the last few years I thought they helped control the run game and really helped grind down Toronto's D especially when they had the big lead. I also agree about Harris - he's a beast and has consistently played well this year. -
Odds and Sods - Game 8 - Bombers at Argos
Eternal optimist replied to do or die's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
I believe that was Goosen, OL had a really good game tonight. -
Agreed, it doesn't make sense to have Willy on the bench considering how much we're paying him. Hopefully Willy is just in a slump and is the real deal, although he hasn't really shown it this year.
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The Bombers played as a team and handled the lengthy weather delay like professionals. Time will tell if benching Willy will result in his resurgence, but if I'm O'Shea, I'd be starting Nichols until he gave me a reason not to. By no means is Nichols our savior, his history of play indicates he's questionable at best as a starting QB in the CFL, good enough to be a back-up but you're not going far with him as a starting. That said.. if it's Nichols' presence and leadership that helped fire up the Bombers on Thursday I'd say at least it keeps the rest of the season somewhat interesting.
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I too was left speechless after that awesome performance by Nichols last night.
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What Can We Do To Help Our Team Win a Championship?
Eternal optimist replied to a topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
We just need enough support in Winnipeg to justify a second Blue Bombers franchise - that way they can at least record wins they play against each other. -
The Joke that is the Winnipeg Blue Bomber franchise
Eternal optimist replied to IC Khari's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
I always find it funny when people bring up the board of directors and their focus on financial obligations. That's the whole purpose of a board of directors! I always laugh when people suggest getting rid of or abolishing the board... it's not an easy task and if people think decision making is bad now, imagine how it'd be with no formal process in place. Reminds me of how during the recent federal election the NDP campaigned on abolishing the Senate. That said, the Bombers have been too bad for far too long... as someone who's never seen them when a Grey Cup (born in '89) I guess the closest thing to them being good was Jones/Stegall years, at least I've had the opportunity to see that! Personally, I can't wait for hockey season to start, not because I like the Jets, but because they're going to be bottom-feeds like the Blue and Gold this year and then Jets fans can stop complaining about how bad the bombers are... -
Anyone else hate that whenever the Bombers do well, we give them some stupid nickname ... instead of Swaggerville, Willypeg or Matt-nitoba, can't we just be the Blue Bombers?
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Matt Nichols to start in Edm.
Eternal optimist replied to Fatty Liver's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Anyone else feeling this is obviously a decision forced upon O'Shea from above him? He seemed pretty adamant that Willy was the starter prior to this, and I find it hard to believe Nichols' play against Calgary warrants a start. Personally I don't think it really matters who starts at QB, only way we beat Edmonton is if they shoot themselves in the foot enough times for us to scrounge some points off turnovers. -
Around The League Regular Season Discussion
Eternal optimist replied to Noeller's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Glad we didn't re-sign him. Fitting that he hurt himself celebrating, not actually playing. -
July 21, 2016: Calgary @ Winnipeg
Eternal optimist replied to Rich's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
It's a home game with a ton of pressure on the team... I think we've got a chance if our D steps up. As usual, they'll have to drag the offense to a win. -
bob wylie interview (more friendly then the last)
Eternal optimist replied to wbbfan's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Logically, the only thing I can think of is if it is an attempt to build confidence and possibly cohesiveness within the O-line as a whole? I agree though that it does seem odd. -
How long is Willy's leash?
Eternal optimist replied to captaincanuck12's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Why stop there? Amend the rules and double the value of all points scored in the 4th quarter...we'd be unstoppable! -
I can understand why even if they have the option, they may elect not to talk to Willy in the middle of a play, there's enough going on as is. That said, this makes the poor time management we've seen so far this season even less excusable.
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Does a blow out at home Thursday get MOS fired?
Eternal optimist replied to White Out's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
This could make for an entertaining half-time show. -
Does a blow out at home Thursday get MOS fired?
Eternal optimist replied to White Out's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
They'll probably want to look at the film first before deciding to can O'Shea if there's a blow out.