Jaxon

I bought in, more to support the league than a sense of ego or personal legacy.   I respect that some people feel it is a cash grab, but I look at it as a decimal place in my long term support of the team and the league during tough times.
I fully respect the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put into the game, all with the goal of getting their name on the cup.   I don't want to diminish what they've done, but supporting this initiative doesn't put your name on the cup, only on the fan base.   I've been a season ticket holder since 1970, and rarely miss a home game.   I've been to 20+ Grey Cups including the last 17 in a row.   I've been to games in every CFL city.   I've coached kids at the amateur level who have gone on to play in the CFL.   I believe that the fan base, especially the season ticket holders, are the bedrock of the league.   I would respectfully suggest that I've got as much or more invested in this league as a player who played a half a season, got paid, and lucked out and made the game day roster on a championship team.   
As a note, I renewed my season tickets for the Bombers as a show of on-going support.  I also have a subscription to the WSO, and I donated my "cancelled" tickets to the organization rather than request a refund.   If we want to have these things in our city, we need to support them.  
I recognize that my financial situation is different than others, and that does affect the decision making process.   Certainly years ago supporting the league like this wouldn't have been an option for me, so I don't cast shadows on those who don't participate.  It's really not much different than supporting other charities, many of whom put up a plaque to recognize their donors.
 

I bought in, more to support the league than a sense of ego or personal legacy.   I respect that some people feel it is a cash grab, but I look at it as a decimal place in my long term support of the team and the league during tough times.
I fully respect the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put into the game, all with the goal of getting their name on the cup.   I don't want to diminish what they've done, but supporting this initiative doesn't put your name on the cup, only on the fan base.   I've been a season ticket holder since 1970, and rarely miss a home game.   I've been to 20+ Grey Cups including the last 17 in a row.   I've been to games in every CFL city.   I've coached kids at the amateur level who have gone on to play in the CFL.   I believe that the fan base, especially the season ticket holders, are the bedrock of the league.   I would respectfully suggest that I've got as much or more invested in this league as a player who played a half a season, got paid, and lucked out and made the game day roster on a championship team.   
As a note, I renewed my season tickets for the Bombers as a show of on-going support.  I also have a subscription to the WSO, and I donated my "cancelled" tickets to the organization rather than request a refund.   If we want to have these things in our city, we need to support them.  
I recognize that my financial situation is different than others, and that does affect the decision making process.   Certainly years ago supporting the league like this wouldn't have been an option for me, so I don't cast shadows on those who don't participate.  It's really not much different than supporting other charities, many of whom put up a plaque to recognize their donors.
 

I bought in, more to support the league than a sense of ego or personal legacy.   I respect that some people feel it is a cash grab, but I look at it as a decimal place in my long term support of the team and the league during tough times.
I fully respect the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put into the game, all with the goal of getting their name on the cup.   I don't want to diminish what they've done, but supporting this initiative doesn't put your name on the cup, only on the fan base.   I've been a season ticket holder since 1970, and rarely miss a home game.   I've been to 20+ Grey Cups including the last 17 in a row.   I've been to games in every CFL city.   I've coached kids at the amateur level who have gone on to play in the CFL.   I believe that the fan base, especially the season ticket holders, are the bedrock of the league.   I would respectfully suggest that I've got as much or more invested in this league as a player who played a half a season, got paid, and lucked out and made the game day roster on a championship team.   
As a note, I renewed my season tickets for the Bombers as a show of on-going support.  I also have a subscription to the WSO, and I donated my "cancelled" tickets to the organization rather than request a refund.   If we want to have these things in our city, we need to support them.  
I recognize that my financial situation is different than others, and that does affect the decision making process.   Certainly years ago supporting the league like this wouldn't have been an option for me, so I don't cast shadows on those who don't participate.  It's really not much different than supporting other charities, many of whom put up a plaque to recognize their donors.
 

I bought in, more to support the league than a sense of ego or personal legacy.   I respect that some people feel it is a cash grab, but I look at it as a decimal place in my long term support of the team and the league during tough times.
I fully respect the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put into the game, all with the goal of getting their name on the cup.   I don't want to diminish what they've done, but supporting this initiative doesn't put your name on the cup, only on the fan base.   I've been a season ticket holder since 1970, and rarely miss a home game.   I've been to 20+ Grey Cups including the last 17 in a row.   I've been to games in every CFL city.   I've coached kids at the amateur level who have gone on to play in the CFL.   I believe that the fan base, especially the season ticket holders, are the bedrock of the league.   I would respectfully suggest that I've got as much or more invested in this league as a player who played a half a season, got paid, and lucked out and made the game day roster on a championship team.   
As a note, I renewed my season tickets for the Bombers as a show of on-going support.  I also have a subscription to the WSO, and I donated my "cancelled" tickets to the organization rather than request a refund.   If we want to have these things in our city, we need to support them.  
I recognize that my financial situation is different than others, and that does affect the decision making process.   Certainly years ago supporting the league like this wouldn't have been an option for me, so I don't cast shadows on those who don't participate.  It's really not much different than supporting other charities, many of whom put up a plaque to recognize their donors.
 

I bought in, more to support the league than a sense of ego or personal legacy.   I respect that some people feel it is a cash grab, but I look at it as a decimal place in my long term support of the team and the league during tough times.
I fully respect the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put into the game, all with the goal of getting their name on the cup.   I don't want to diminish what they've done, but supporting this initiative doesn't put your name on the cup, only on the fan base.   I've been a season ticket holder since 1970, and rarely miss a home game.   I've been to 20+ Grey Cups including the last 17 in a row.   I've been to games in every CFL city.   I've coached kids at the amateur level who have gone on to play in the CFL.   I believe that the fan base, especially the season ticket holders, are the bedrock of the league.   I would respectfully suggest that I've got as much or more invested in this league as a player who played a half a season, got paid, and lucked out and made the game day roster on a championship team.   
As a note, I renewed my season tickets for the Bombers as a show of on-going support.  I also have a subscription to the WSO, and I donated my "cancelled" tickets to the organization rather than request a refund.   If we want to have these things in our city, we need to support them.  
I recognize that my financial situation is different than others, and that does affect the decision making process.   Certainly years ago supporting the league like this wouldn't have been an option for me, so I don't cast shadows on those who don't participate.  It's really not much different than supporting other charities, many of whom put up a plaque to recognize their donors.
 

I bought in, more to support the league than a sense of ego or personal legacy.   I respect that some people feel it is a cash grab, but I look at it as a decimal place in my long term support of the team and the league during tough times.
I fully respect the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put into the game, all with the goal of getting their name on the cup.   I don't want to diminish what they've done, but supporting this initiative doesn't put your name on the cup, only on the fan base.   I've been a season ticket holder since 1970, and rarely miss a home game.   I've been to 20+ Grey Cups including the last 17 in a row.   I've been to games in every CFL city.   I've coached kids at the amateur level who have gone on to play in the CFL.   I believe that the fan base, especially the season ticket holders, are the bedrock of the league.   I would respectfully suggest that I've got as much or more invested in this league as a player who played a half a season, got paid, and lucked out and made the game day roster on a championship team.   
As a note, I renewed my season tickets for the Bombers as a show of on-going support.  I also have a subscription to the WSO, and I donated my "cancelled" tickets to the organization rather than request a refund.   If we want to have these things in our city, we need to support them.  
I recognize that my financial situation is different than others, and that does affect the decision making process.   Certainly years ago supporting the league like this wouldn't have been an option for me, so I don't cast shadows on those who don't participate.  It's really not much different than supporting other charities, many of whom put up a plaque to recognize their donors.
 

I bought in, more to support the league than a sense of ego or personal legacy.   I respect that some people feel it is a cash grab, but I look at it as a decimal place in my long term support of the team and the league during tough times.
I fully respect the hard work and dedication that the players and coaches put into the game, all with the goal of getting their name on the cup.   I don't want to diminish what they've done, but supporting this initiative doesn't put your name on the cup, only on the fan base.   I've been a season ticket holder since 1970, and rarely miss a home game.   I've been to 20+ Grey Cups including the last 17 in a row.   I've been to games in every CFL city.   I've coached kids at the amateur level who have gone on to play in the CFL.   I believe that the fan base, especially the season ticket holders, are the bedrock of the league.   I would respectfully suggest that I've got as much or more invested in this league as a player who played a half a season, got paid, and lucked out and made the game day roster on a championship team.   
As a note, I renewed my season tickets for the Bombers as a show of on-going support.  I also have a subscription to the WSO, and I donated my "cancelled" tickets to the organization rather than request a refund.   If we want to have these things in our city, we need to support them.  
I recognize that my financial situation is different than others, and that does affect the decision making process.   Certainly years ago supporting the league like this wouldn't have been an option for me, so I don't cast shadows on those who don't participate.  It's really not much different than supporting other charities, many of whom put up a plaque to recognize their donors.
 

Favorite:   Khari Jones.    Classy guy on and off the field.    
Least Favorite:    Darian Durant.   
 
If we include coaches/Managers. 
Favorite:  Richard Harris.    He was a gem of a human being.   Much respect.
Least Favorite:   Tim Burke.    Kneeling while losing.

Reported on 1290 radio today that Walker is asking 180K. Doesn't sound exorbitant.

My thoughts are that Walker goes to BC. Wouldn't mind picking up Rhymes though. I also This Roosevelt still has some game left. Arceneaux no thanks

It's a ratio issue, not performance based, Walters has pencilled DT as the spot to make the adjustment to allow Alexander to continue at Safety.  We'll most likely see a rotation of Jake, Richardson and Griffiths along with the occasional 3 DE sets.  Kongbo was a huge loss.

Unless he wears #85 and runs like the wind. GOAT

I think Posey, Rhymes and Walker are all going to have to accept significantly less than what they were expecting.    They are all good receivers, but they aren't difference makers.    There are plenty of good receivers out there both imports and Canadians.
as part of this list, Roosevelt, Simonise, Cory Watson, Chris Matthews, SJ Green, Luke Tasker, Manny Arceneaux, DaVarius Daniels.    Lots of big brand names, although some are past their prime.   Fact is that when there is lots of supply, prices fall.  If a team wants a veteran player, there are plenty.   If they want to go young, the US colleges pump out lots of prospects every year.
 
 
 

I wonder if Glen Young is part of the reason WJ is debating TO v. WPG...  I think Young was a big part of our D success in the second half

This is it exactly.    The Jan/Feb bonus isn't a reward for last season, it is up-front money for the upcoming season.    Kind of like a down payment for future services.     In many ways, it's like a season ticket holder paying a down payment for the upcoming season, if you make the down payment, the service provider doesn't sell your ticket to someone else, and then you pay the balance as the season starts or progresses.    If you don't make the down payment, then the service provided may sell your seat to someone else.
In this case the team has to make the payment to the player in order to secure their rights for the coming season.   If not, the player can sell their services to someone else.    

I thought players were putting that bonus in there on purpose so they would have enough time to find a new gig with someone else.......or somesuch.......but I thought the Jan/Feb roster bonus was brought about by the players themselves...

Teams are at an advantage now because agents can't BS about the offers they're getting. 
 

This would appear to be a "market rate" deal.   Puts him behind Reilly and BLM, but in line or better than everyone else.   I think it's a fair deal.
 
 

Toronto did not get Nichols?   The trade is a 1st rounder for Collaros and a Grey Cup.....     We made out like bandits with that trade!  I'll trade a 1st rounder for a starting QB + Grey Cup any day.

so does Ricky Williams.....although not a "dud" in the CFL, he was pretty average.   526 rushing yards in 11 games, 2 TD's.    Certainly there were many NFL fans who thought he would dominate here, but he didn't.

LaPo came under harsh criticism here by me & others on a daily basis but this playoff season when it counted he guided our offense brilliantly. He was a huge reason why we won the Grey Cup. As I criticized him then I can sure can  give him credit where credit is due in winning our championship. I wish him well in Ottawa. 

I’m not a big LaPolice guy as far as our OC spot goes but to say he wasn’t responsible on some level for our running success is up there with the dumbest stuff ever written on this forum.  

We can pick a receiver. Just not one from Saskatchewan. 

IMHO, we need to sign MOS.   Far and away most important, more so than any one player, as much as I love them.    Long term stability at the top is what builds dynasties.   I want the Bombers to be a dynasty, not just a flash.     I'm a long term season ticket holder (since 1970), and I've seen the high's and lows over decades .   What I've seen for the last number of years is a competitive team that players want to come to.  Credit to Wade Miller, Kyle Walters and MOS for that.  When you build the right culture, the victories will come.