Mr. Perfect

LeFevour running doesn't concern me in the sense that he'll be easier to bring down than Reilly because he's not nearly as physically strong as Reilly. What does concern me is the amount of option plays Hamilton runs with him. Our ends are going to have to be extremely disciplined and the linebackers can't get caught hesitating either when Hamilton uses their option plays.

Sorry but that's a bad argument. First because running back coach is on most staffs an entry level position into coaching regardless of the position the actual coach played in the past. Secondly Buck is not the only coach to oversee a position they didn't play. For example in Green Bay, Edgar Bennett is the team's receivers coach when he played running back in his career. I know the obvious counter to that is that running backs catch the ball too, but they don't run nearly the variety of routes a receiver does, nevermind other responsibilities of the position. Another example is Alex Van Pelt (same staff) who played his career as a quarterback and got his start in coaching as a running backs coach (which he was very successful at). He's since been promoted to quarterbacks coach but the point is, is that A) coaches on a staff often oversee a position that is different than what they played, and B ) A running backs coach is, as I said an entry level position into coaching so to suggest that Grigsby (or any back on the roster) has nothing to learn from Buck is simply not correct.

While I'm not rooting for it to happen by any means, I'd love it if we wound up in the crossover position.

Just wanted to say kudos to them for making a child's dream like this come true. Unfortunately it's often said that athletes are selfish and self centered. While it may be true for a handful of athletes here and there it's great to see the bulk of those in sports still have time for the kids and the community they serve. http://espn.go.com/espn/features/mywish/story/_/id/11233307/carolina-panthers-draft-6-year-old-my-wish

Bang on. Just poor mechanics in general.

Two awful teams going toe to toe. Lefevour get eaten alive by the better defences in this league. On a side note did anyone notice JJ getting scorched tonight. He was about 15 yards out of position. Then later he gets an interception and tells the world. "I'm back!!" You sure are JJ...you sure are. That was great. Typical Jovon. Glad garbage like that is off our team.

Love this quote from Bryant Turner. It was in Penton's article from today discussing how the defence played. I wonder how many other teams have been able to figure out Glenn pre snap? Also makes you wonder how much this hindered us when he was the QB here.... "We know that Glenn is a quarterback who is trying to get the ball out soon. Right before the snap we noticed he was basically looking at who he was going to go to. So it was pretty much timed routes, and we were just trying to get pressure in his face before he can get that ball out. It paid off."

Shouldn't have to explain this but here's we go. It's okay to call Glenn a lousy QB for playing a bad game but not Ray? How about considering that each individual player is just one component of a team and not solely responsible for wins or losses? Even if they are the QB they can only perform well if their teammates provide adequate support and in both of these games that was not the case. You're bang on except for..... the fact that Ray is missing his top three receivers, and his most potent weapons this past game were a rookie and a receiver who hasn't played football in a year and a half. Meanwhile Glenn has Harris, Logan, Arceneaux, Gore, and Taylor. But hey, lets point the finger at Ray in this one. It's not like the tools Glenn has would be of any use to him.

Has everyone forgotten how Grigsby (who I'm not advocating for with this comment, just making a point) performed against Toronto in week one? I'd really like to believe our fans aren't this stupid. Look at the stats and how Toronto ranks against the run. After that, take into account the talent of the Saskatchewan line. Take a pill and relax.

Oey vey...those who don't get the game they pretend to understand...

Sure, but again remember the context. Grigsby destroyed Toronto too. They average 113 rushing yards allowed per game - eighth in the league. If this was Calgary, Edmonton, or Montreal then it would be impressive. Well, I'm thinking the Grigsby experiment should be over, get Cotton in there, see if he can move the ball, play protection. Agreed, I want to see Cotton as well. Just saying I'm not particularly impressed by Ford tonight when you consider how bad Toronto's defence is, nevermind how good the Riders offensive line is.

I also noticed that January was back to his usual steady play. He got beat a few against the Esks. January was okay IMO. Average really which I guess is what January is typically to be honest. A few times we ran off tackle to his side he was getting pushed back. Pass protection was decent, nothing special.

Sure, but again remember the context. Grigsby destroyed Toronto too. They average 113 rushing yards allowed per game - eighth in the league. If this was Calgary, Edmonton, or Montreal then it would be impressive.

Toronto is near the bottom of every defensive stat in the league. They're likely going to get blown out. Toronto doesn't have a chance to keep up considering Ray is playing with a bunch of clowns on offence with the exception of Coombs.

We ran very well against Toronto as well. Their defensive line is simply awful.

Big mismatch between the Riders offensive line and Argos defensive line. Ford could have a big day.

And if they'd got the 2? Still bad - same if Edmonton had converted the fake punt. You trust the textbook for a reason. If they'd got the 2 yards, it would have been genius. Sometimes the textbook isn't the only guide. Don't matter now. Sure it's not the only guide, but it's called the textbook for a reason. It's right more often than not. You're probably right, but I thought with 2:36 left in the game and the way LeFevour had stolen momentum it was worth the risk. Ce la vie. I understand the mindset. My thought is given it was a 7 point spread at the time, you punt and play the field position. Even if Hamilton advances the ball (which they did) you can still force a punt at the 40 or 50 yard line hypothetically and have a minute to work with on offence needing only a touchdown. The game was over essentially over barring a turnover as soon as the gamble failed as Hamilton needed only 10 yards to get into Medlock's range who is money to make it a 2 possession game.

Toronto is in a boat load of trouble (see what I did there?) until they get healthy. Ray doesn't stand a chance.

Holy **** pretty sure Rod Black just said "Mo Mann" six times in a single sentence.

And if they'd got the 2? Still bad - same if Edmonton had converted the fake punt. You trust the textbook for a reason. If they'd got the 2 yards, it would have been genius. Sometimes the textbook isn't the only guide. Don't matter now. Sure it's not the only guide, but it's called the textbook for a reason. It's right more often than not.

The beauty of getting pressure on the quarterback.

And if they'd got the 2? Still bad - same if Edmonton had converted the fake punt. You trust the textbook for a reason.

Awful call. Both going for it and the play call itself.

Of course....not.