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lol gbill2004 you're famous.... http://www.winnipegsun.com/2014/05/27/bombers-take-to-offence-on-twitter

Including these two, we have 6 import OTs, so 3 for each tackle spot. Typical training camp depth.

I don't disagree, but CIS QBs are just so far behind the Americans when they graduate. Most of them have played half the number of games, and participated in a system that is nowhere near as comprehensive as the Americans, not to mention the lack of professional coaching. Some may have potential, sure, but enough to warrant giving them a spot as a #3 QB on a CFL roster? I don't know about that. And if you go any lower, say #4 or #5 QB, then it is pretty hard to even get reps for them in practice. I'd love to see more CIS QBs get a chance, but I don't think we're there yet. Someday.

Term length is 3 years. Members can serve only 2 consecutive terms, unless they are a chair, vice chair, or past chair. Then they can serve 4 terms back-to-back (12 years). It is unclear when Asper's term began but I believe 2012 is correct, making 2024 the last year he is eligible.

There hasn't been a deserving QB since Brad Sinopoli, and even he wasn't good enough in the end. Look at a guy like Kyle Quinlan, who dominated in CIS... he would get eaten alive in the CFL. The QBs just aren't on the same level yet.

Every CFL team has to bring in at least one CIS QB to training camp

Sam's a slimebag but there are 2 slimebags running the Bombers too. Sam Katz is on his way out, but the Bombers are stuck with David Asper and Brock Bulbuck until 2024. Term limits don't mean a whole lot when they last 12 years... at which point I'm sure the bylaws will be re-written again so the terms can be extended.

Actually, David Asper and Brock Bulbuck spent $500,000 of the Bombers' money to maintain full control over the Board. Shame on the BOD for allowing their personal issues to cost the club this much money. So you think it was a good idea to allow Sammy to abuse his power and force one of his (unqualified as he has no connections to the City of Winnipeg) buddies onto the Bombers BOD, in exchange for $500,000 in taxpayer dollars? Okay. What difference does it make??? If they get someone from the City of Winnipeg, it is still going to be one of Sam Katz's friends. You know, since he is the Mayor of the city? All this is, is the Board of Directors pissing money down the drain because the three guys in charge can't allow someone else with money and influence onto their Board.

Actually, David Asper and Brock Bulbuck spent $500,000 of the Bombers' money to maintain full control over the Board. Shame on the BOD for allowing their personal issues to cost the club this much money. Or the BOD spent $500k to not give in and play Katz' game of crony politics. And you think this was a good investment? Wow. To keep ONE guy off the Board. Yes, brilliant financial management. Definitely no personal politics involved in that one.

Actually, David Asper and Brock Bulbuck spent $500,000 of the Bombers' money to maintain full control over the Board. Shame on the BOD for allowing their personal issues to cost the club this much money.

You're looking at this wrong. Sam Katz is a criminal. He was attempting to use taxpayers money to try and buy his buddy onto the Bombers BOD. That's how Sammy works...he's a criminal. Really? How much taxpayer money did Sam Katz offer to get Rabb on the Board?

So now the Board is costing the Bombers an extra $500,000 in transit costs because they didn't want an opinionated outsider to join their little club. Wonderful.

Jones might even have a shot at starting at corner at some point in the season, IMO. Alexander and Bucknor are solid players but not world-beaters... no guarantee either one holds on to the starting job. Not saying Jones will win the job out of camp, but he has the athleticism, that's for sure. Briggs has a chance to take a big role on special teams if he shows he can handle it.

Dont know where you got info from but he's made it clear he's coming to camp and wants to play. Good news for the University of Manitoba Bisons football team might not be seen in the same light by the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Bisons defensive tackle Evan Gill, whom the Ticats took with the ninth overall pick in the CFL draft earlier this month, has decided to go back to school this fall instead of signing his first pro contract with the Tabbies. http://www.winnipegsun.com/2014/05/26/evan-gill-opts-to-play-another-year-with-bisons-instead-of-joining-cfls-ticats

Pretty sure it's part of his contract, included as an off the books source of income to outbid other teams in free agency. Well if it is part of his contract then it is not off the books...

True but QBs are the exception, they are all expected at rookie camp regardless of veteran status.

Had a beer at the Grove the other day, I believe it was called Broken Squirrel. Very enjoyable.

Andrew Harris was being completely honest and sensible... terrible traits to display during a negotiation, unfortunately. I agree that they appear to be staggering. But just to be clear, they weren't ready with a counter-proposal, because on Wednesday that was their counter-proposal. The league hasn't changed their stance. The PA is going to have to come up with something new because revenue sharing just doesn't look like it's going to happen.

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"

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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: