Dreamcatcher

Agreed. Sometimes pro athletes stop listening. Happens in all sports. That aside, something isn't right with Collaros. He should still be serviceable. His arm isn't the same. We could use another receiver. Parker may not be the answer at safety. Others are compensating for some sort of broken coverage over and over because Toronto receivers, like Calgary are getting open. Alot. The D-line was better tonight, but I'm not convinced the starting linebackers are the right combo. Tony Jones had 2 sacks tonight but I'm more concerned with coverage and what plays he is seeing develop while in his position. The same can be said with Kramdi and his coverage. I don't know. Some of what I saw can be corrected but it should've been corrected after Calgary. Missed tackles POOR tackles...I believe realistically O'Shea should be fired and maybe that's the fire that needs to be lit. What's happening now, compared to the first 3 games?

Alof of missed tackles, no full effort out there...yac yards for Toronto receivers, catch after catch. I don't know if what I'm seeing is on the coaching staff, or players that are not good enough anymore, or has O'Shea lost the team? No one can stop Arbuckle from almost getting a 1st down one in one? There's some guys that need to be replaced immediately on this team if only to show others complacency and lazy play or continually missed assignments won't be accepted. There's players on the pr and 1 game that are waiting to show the coaches they have game.

Hi. From what I was seeing, he was overcompensating for others not being in position. I believe he could be inserted for Bridges, since Bridges was having considerable difficulty against Calgary receivers in both games. The other spot I am not convinced about is Parker at Safety. He started the season great, but not so much against Calgary. I am used to Alexander and his major league hits I guess. Perhaps this has more to do with our front 7 than I believe?

I know but I think he should be a starter

Griffin has shown he is a baller in this secondary. I dont recall seeing much of him lately. Im not sure why J.Jones was signed not to start.

Agreed. Play guys like Ayers, Mitchell, Person, J. Jones, Woods, Griffin (a hell of a lot more), but even if these guys are inserted in the lineup, there's still others I am not sold on at all. We need to bring consistent pressure and contain on the opposition QB'S to make the job of the Secondary easier. Guys like Bonds and Nichols didn't suddenly become poor players. Our O-Line has to be able to make Collaros job way easier but there's a couple of changes I would make there as well when Stanleys back. He still has the ability to make all his reads and check downs, however when the balls leaving his hands, the accuracy isn't as spot on as it has been in the past. He doesn't scramble enough; thus he tries to throw into coverage and loses those battles more than he wins. He also doesn't have an All-Star receiving core.

Hey. I haven't posted here for years. Nice to be back. I'm afraid guys like Thomas, Jefferson, Bridges, Tony Jones, Kolankowski, Kramdi and a few others are not the solution. It seems other teams are more than willing to make changes when necessary but we are not. Sure...many will say that pro coaches know more than fans that have more than casual knowledge but I can't help but think that it's obvious after being beat twice by 5-1 Calgary that changes are very necessary. Why sign J.Jones and not play him? Also, Person couldn't be worse than Willie, and Griffin is a baller whom I believe is under used. He could slide into Kramdi's spot or replace Bridges easily. Maybe Ayers could slide into Kramdi's spot because his coverage at times is suspect considering how long he has been on this defence. I know. I'm not a coach...but my knowledge is more than a casual fan. Our O-line, D-Line and Linebackers are not good enough and some like Booch spoke of this while we were winning...and then there's the QB's and receivers. Demski can't do it all, so why isn't Mitchell starting?? We signed him to start! Collaros...Strev...we all saw this coming. We're a bit screwed right now to be honest. No ones giving us anything so maybe we need to reconsider some guys we released, back ups on the roster, PR, and...yes.. trades. But... I think we will status quo because the truth is, our Coach is incredibly stubborn.

Actually I'm hoping Taylor Reeds on our Radar...MLB for Hamilton Last year....6'0 235 lbs...8 sacks, 1 interception, 62 tkls....23 years old...M.Bowman back in the fold would be nice, Hickman at one DE spot....Van Zeyl, Rogers at the Tackles spots with Heenan being the #1 priority......then Reed.....IMHO...

I disagree with the suggestion that Neufeld isnt really that good. He is 24, and not starting with the Riders is more indicative of how strong their starting 5 are. "Neufelds got good physical stature, good athletic ability and the rudiments of a really good offensive lineman," said offensive line coach Steve Buratto. "He's been well-coached at the University of Saskatchewan and being at training camp last year helped. "He's a good, sound, fundamental football player>" Now, I know some of you are a little more humble and not trying to be armchair football coaches, but for those of you whom assume you know more than a guy whom has coached in alot of different positions in the CFL for over 20 years I'm more likely to listen to Buratto, whom has won a Grey Cup, appeared in another, and taken his team to the Semis. The kid will be a starter. I actually predict that our O-Line will likely have Parenteau at center next year, with Jones and January at Tackle and Neufeld as one of our starting guards and Greaves as the other. Pencer could challenge, though I dont think he's ready yet.

Unfortunately, I am going to have to guess Cory Boyd, based on his evasive replies on his Twitter. I hope I am wrong, but...he's not exactly denying it. I am a little puzzled by this move since it shows no confidence in Volny at all, and none in Ford unless he is indeed injured. Our areas of need are obvious to me anyone?? O-line and Secondary first. QB situation second. Depth 3rd.