M.Silverback

all we may be looking for (if Nichols is gonna be out long term) is a guy solely to back-up Streveler...and one with at least some CFL experience in case he gets hurt...if he struggles...he struggles but we will ride it out with him and hopefully he learns from it and progresses...which I fully expect him to....it's NOT to replace him as the starter
Another name that prob be worth looking at or considering is Alex Ross...knows the league...knows our playbook from being here last year..and is still relatively not too far removed from the game as he did have a stint in the AAF

Willy is a big no way jose for sure.  Bridge is bad, oh boy, he is bad.  He makes every play like he wants it to be the highlight of the night on sports center. BUT, at least Bridge can run around.  Its sad that there is a lack of qb's around. Where is Alex Ross these days

Exactly. It’s not that Streveler is “better” than Nichols. It’s that a DC planning against Nichols knows what to expect, and the basic ceiling for his play. Planning against Streveler is a challenge because he’s an unknown and has facets in his game Nichols doesn’t. On the flip side, he lacks experience, so some defences are going to baffle him. This is what we wanted people. Let’s enjoy

True. I think either way management was going to be at a Nichols crossroads this January when they can walk away from his contract. Unless he would have won a Grey Cup for us. The decision to extend him or not may unfortunately be easier now. And Streveler too. If he doesn’t seize the moment we’re back to a QB search

Exactly. It’s not that Streveler is “better” than Nichols. It’s that a DC planning against Nichols knows what to expect, and the basic ceiling for his play. Planning against Streveler is a challenge because he’s an unknown and has facets in his game Nichols doesn’t. On the flip side, he lacks experience, so some defences are going to baffle him. This is what we wanted people. Let’s enjoy

I can tell you game planning for him will be more a challenge than Nichols and this can play to Bombers advantage..going from you know what your getting..skill and limitations Nichols to Strevler..with some unknown at moment coupled with his run threat  which DC's are gonna have to respect and change how they deploy their defense.
 

Heres my take.. Our O leads the league or close to in 2 and outs.. Def last in passing yards per game and likely last in total O yards a game.. 
Its not like Strev is being asked to put up 500 yards a game.. Heck 300 is likely what we average.. The sky isnt falling here people.. 
Get the ball to lucky and Harris and grant and quick passing game and maybe our O improves.. Cuz.. Yes 7 and 2 but 5 or 6 of that in reality is D and sp teams.. Strev can checkdown also.. But he also adds a running threat. Time to see if Lapo can design an O for Strevs strengths.  Running.. Short passes.. Kids young so likely a few more deep shots. Let's see what they can do.  Id imagine if bombers contacted Glenn its 6 weeks to season. 
Bombers aren't winning games cuz of the O tho so.. Yeah. Harris still ok? 

And on Monday, Nichols could like like below and O'Shea's update will be - "needs a bit more time, but he looks good. We'll see on Thursday". 
 

 

And on Monday, Nichols could like like below and O'Shea's update will be - "needs a bit more time, but he looks good. We'll see on Thursday". 
 

 

Great questions. I have no idea, but, I have ranted before about the CFL's veil of secrets around stuff like negotiation lists, injury reporting. Weird because other pro leagues, like the NFL and NBA, are becoming more transparent with information to fans as a way to engage them more. The CFL to me takes a rather ho hum approach to fan engagement. If I were part of the CFL executive I would be losing my mind trying to figure out how to get fans more engaged and actually paying for tickets in the big markets. 

And on Monday, Nichols could like like below and O'Shea's update will be - "needs a bit more time, but he looks good. We'll see on Thursday". 
 

 

That's fair. Balancing makes sense. Maybe target a few highly touted dudes who like the marijuana a bit too much for the NFL 😄

Great questions. I have no idea, but, I have ranted before about the CFL's veil of secrets around stuff like negotiation lists, injury reporting. Weird because other pro leagues, like the NFL and NBA, are becoming more transparent with information to fans as a way to engage them more. The CFL to me takes a rather ho hum approach to fan engagement. If I were part of the CFL executive I would be losing my mind trying to figure out how to get fans more engaged and actually paying for tickets in the big markets. 

Reply from Bomber office:
Thanks for your email Tim .. I have forwarded your email to Wade ..


Congratulations on your 500th game ..
Cheer loud tonight .. the team loves the noise ..

Cheers,


X

(copy of E-mail to Bomber office)
Attn: Mr. Wade Miller - Confirmation on BC game agenda
Dear Mr. Miller

Do or Die checking in (my user handle on Morning Big Blue)
I just wanted to check and review the following arrangements to celebrate my 500th home game, this evening:
5 PM – Pickup by a Blue stretch limousine, transport to IGF
6 PM – Appearance on CJOB pre-game show.
6:15 PM – Visit to Bomber locker room to deliver inspirational speech
6:30 PM – Complimentary yard long Shawarma, from Obby Khan.
7:00 PM – Free ride around the stadium, in Captain Blue’s airplane.
7:30 PM – Performing ceremonial kickoff, after coin toss.
8:00 PM – Short roaming gig, as CJOB cynical sideline reporter
Halftime – Invitation to the 55 yard line – to receive gifts, including life long supply of gin
Halftime – Interview with TSN panel
10:00 PM – Rigged 50/50/draw

 I realize you are quite busy – but I am sure that you agree - it is important that these arrangements go off, with a hitch.  
Btw – when years ago, I called you “Friar Tuck” on Our Bombers, I was actually referring to your generosity and genial good nature.
 
Yours truly,
Do or Die
GO BOMBERS!

Guys, if he could throw the ball his name would be Matt Dimes

Yeh he said he was working on punting styles with Koch (NFL Punter).  These guys are essentially innovating a completely new punting style... a comparison would be to pitchers in Baseball.  What 99% of punters currently do is throw fastballs on every pitch (tight spiral for maximum distance/hang time) - Koch and Medlock are adding knuckles and curveballs to the mix and it's doing wonderful things to their net yards (also IMO it's increasing the likelyhood of punts not being caught/being fumbled in the air)

BUT WHAT ABOUT MATT NICHOLS AND THE OFFENSE?!1?

I was just going to add this as well. Duke Williams isn't coming out of the tunnel tonight to help him out, no Zylstra, no Derel Walker. It's Burnham, the decaying, fly-infested corpse of Duron Carter and that's it. I used to be terrified of Reilly because as @Noeller and @do or die said he always seemed to bang us on the 50/50 balls but I don't see that tonight. Even in game 1, a ton of his yardage was 2 throws to Burnham where we brutally missed tackles and then spent 50 yards trying to strip the ball instead of form tackle.

thats was when he had 3 legit threats at receiver to throw to...so you had to pick your poison in coverage...he doesn't have that now...we pay a lil extra attention to Burnham...have the D-line keep Reilly unsettled and pop him every chance they get..I see us strolling to an easy win to be honest

It’ll get done...

If that happened, I would avoid MBB at all costs. 

I know a few names only. The interesting thing to me is teams placing players on there who actually might come to the CFL versus ones who never will. I think some team had Kyler Murray on their list last year. Not sure why. First overall pick in the NFL draft will never set foot in Canada. Smart teams put players on who actually may end up here. Like Jake Browning. Highly sought after UDFA in the NFL, but may not stick on a roster. 

Just a reminder that this isn't the complete list, just a ten player sample.