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Andrew Harris is going to have a lot of players pissed off at him after that interview... Listen to it here: https://soundcloud.com/680cjob/andrew-harris-cfl-and-cflpa-dispute

CFL News ‏@CFL_News 18m .@andrewharris33 - "To be completely honest, both sides are being completely stubborn right now" #CFL #CFLPA CFL News ‏@CFL_News 18m .@andrewharris33 - "It's a tough situation. I hope we can meet in middle soon. I don't want to miss any of season." #CFL CFL News ‏@CFL_News 17m .@andrewharris33 - "I think we'll be playing football. I think we'll max miss a wk of training camp though." #CFL #CFLPA CFL News ‏@CFL_News 17m .@andrewharris33 - "I think we're asking for a bit too much right now." #CFL #CFLPA CFL News ‏@CFL_News 17m .@andrewharris33 - "In markets that are struggling, it's going to put them in a bind." #CFL #CFLPA CFL News ‏@CFL_News 16m @andrewharris33 - "Something has to give. I think there's definitely a middle pt where both sides R happy." #CFL #CFLPA CFL News ‏@CFL_News 13m .@andrewharris33 - "20% players are voting yes for this. Other 80% are in a position they need to play in." #CFL #CFLPA CFL News ‏@CFL_News 14m .@andrewharris33 - "Same for the owners. 20% want to stand strong on this. Other 80% have to play football." #CFL #CFLPA Korey Banks ‏@24Banks 8m Some people that play in the CFL need to learn how to zip their lips when it comes to the CBA. Let the qualified handle the talking. PERIOD

Chuck Assman? Is that a real name?

So what would you like us to put on your grave stone?? "Breath-holding World Champion"

Breaking news: Old, bitter forum users do not like new thing. More at 11.

That's correct. Ed Molstad has been involved with the CFLPA for many years. He played in the CFL in the 70's and was a member of the negotiating committee back then.

From ya boy Rod Pedersen:

The problem is that the negotiations can't even begin until the players abandon the revenue sharing concept. There's really no wiggle room there.... you either have revenue sharing or you don't. Nothing to negotiate until that is resolved.

Why the Greg Peach hate? He is a pretty good DE. Only got into 6 games after joining the circus in Winnipeg and still recorded 3 sacks. He is a nice guy to have around in case none of the new guys pan out.

Bush didn't sign with the Lions until 2013. It was Jahvid Best and Joique Bell who pushed Kevin Smith out of a job.

Ted Laurent was born in Montreal and the Als haven't missed the playoffs... ever. If the money is equal, Laurent signs in Montreal. Believing otherwise is just wishful thinking.

Seems like a pleasant young man. http://iphone.tsn.ca/tsnpodcasts/1290_HL_Smith_May202014.mp3

The players will not stay on strike for a whole season. There's no way. It just won't happen. And that's why they are going to lose this fight. Like I just heard them say on Hustler and Lawless, does anyone think at 38 years old Henry Burris is going to give up $465,000? Who knows if that contract will even still be there next year. Just so Joe Nobody can have an extra 10 grand on his minimum salary? Is Henry Burris that selfless??? Is anyone????

Good receiver out of the backfield as well. Tough runner, think Chad Simpson but bigger.

He finished 2012 healthy after losing his starting job, and he did not play in 2013 although he worked out for a couple teams including the Colts and Giants during the season. He had a lot of miles on his body after his college career and his first couple seasons in the NFL, but at 27 years old you would think he has something left in the tank. He should be healthy after the last couple years of not playing much football.

Not gonna lie, I'm pretty pumped about this one. Darren Cameron ‏@Darren_Cameron 2m #Bombers announce the club has signed veteran running back @KevinSmithRB.

By my understanding of the practice roster rules, Bilukidi definitely has no time left, and neither does Andy Mulumba. Mulumba dressed for 14 games last year, which would make him ineligible. http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/8/31/4677982/nfl-practice-squad-salary-rules-eligibility

I imagine Laurent will be back in Edmonton if he doesn't get an NFL deal.

I would say Bilukidi is in tough to make the team. They will likely roster four defensive tackles... Domata Peko is 30 years old but he has played his whole career in Cincinnati, I can't see him being cut. They also have Brandon Thompson and Devon Still who they used a 3rd rounder and 2nd rounder on, respectively, in the 2012 draft. The other likely DT is Geno Atkins who just signed a 5 year extension.... BUT he also tore is ACL last season so it is unclear if he will be ready for the start of the season or not. There are likely going to have to be some injuries on the DL for Bilukidi to crack the lineup. Also, I believe he has played in too many games to be signed to a practice roster.

I agree this was his best season. He actually started at LT, and January started at RT. To start the season, RT was actually the blind-side as Lefors was our starter at QB. You're right, I forgot about that.

Poor Steve Morley. It's not his fault that management hasn't been able to find someone better. I thought his best year was in 2009 as our right tackle.

http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2014/05/17/4916691/carolina-panthers-give-big-canadian.html#.U3lUiPldXW4

I believe the players will vote not to strike and this season will be played under the terms of the current CBA while negotiations continue. I know Flory said they won't play under this CBA, but if the players vote against the strike then it is the only real option.

Whether the players need or deserve more money is an interesting discussion to have, but ultimately it is irrelevant because the CBA isn't going to be decided based on who deserves what. It's going to be decided based on who has the most leverage, and I don't think anyone can make a serious argument that the players have the advantage. I mean, even if they do strike, how long can the players really last? Half a season? Half the guys on CFL rosters right now will be replaced by next year at this time. You think those guys are going to want to show solidarity with a bunch of guys they have never even played with before? They know this is their last shot at a pro career, and they're going to want to take it. And that doesn't even consider the money aspect. $750/week may not be much money, but some of these guys are relying on that to feed their families. Are they supposed to go out and get another job while they are on strike? What do they do? The owners may not be flush with cash, but they can eat the loss that may accompany a half-season work stoppage. I'm not so sure the players can.

Quoted for emphasis. I find it stunning that someone could read a single sentence like that and not even look for the context in which it is being used. Just ignorant. @Tracker: Maybe sit down and read the Bible some time. You might learn something. I'm not a religious person but the Bible is an amazing book.