Training Camp is over, the roster has been set, and the biggest Q is who should MOS start at QB.

The Bomber Brass are comparing notes on that and have yet to decide so its not clear cut by any means. The default is Ross by a nose but we could have 3 legit thoroughbreds in our stable all at once.

I personally believe Steveler has the most upside based on pure talent, scrambling pizzazz, and the ability to see the whole field. He is also the most likely to turn the ball over and make gigantically good plays. Ross will protect the ball best and run the short game well.

Ross may have played the most regular season downs but Bennett has the most experience especially in the Bomber system. I can see us saying later in the year "why didn't we start using Bennett earlier?" He is my pick for short yardage QB but I would be happy with Steveler in that role too.  My best guess: Ross starts but Steveler comes in as soon as Ross has two or three bad series in a row.

30 minutes ago, voodoochylde said:

Alexander has been excellent this season and his play is really underrated. I’d argue he’s one of our best DBs and losing him would be a blow.

Maybe it's just me but it seems when we need a stop, Alexander is the back the other teams targets and always seems to make a play on. 

5 minutes ago, J5V said:

Maybe it's just me but it seems when we need a stop, Alexander is the back the other teams targets and always seems to make a play on. 

That was good coverage imo.

Alexander is usually up against the teams best receiver at boundary HB.

5 minutes ago, HardCoreBlue said:

That was good coverage imo.

Yeah, the other thing is that it's Richie Hall's system. It's hard to single out a player. Just seems like it's always Alexander.

Just now, J5V said:

Yeah, the other thing is that it's Richie Hall's system. It's hard to single out a player. Just seems like it's always Alexander.

Disagree. That specific play, is a qb who trusts his reciever. Reciever is covered well, ball is placed well, one of the best receivers in the league goes up and makes a great play. This isnt a bad defensive system or player. It's a good offensive play, made by a good offence. 

Legget is done. Time to move on. 

8 minutes ago, Colin Unger said:

Legget is done. Time to move on. 

Leggett couldn't make the starting lineup. That Achilles injury ended his career. What a shame. 

49 minutes ago, J5V said:

Yeah, the other thing is that it's Richie Hall's system. It's hard to single out a player. Just seems like it's always Alexander.

What's wrong with the scheme there?  You have a DB in perfect position to make a play on a field out.  That's as good as it gets.  You aren't going to bracket that route from the opposite hash.  That's the 2nd hardest throw for the QB to make after the flag route to the same side of the field.

58 minutes ago, J5V said:

Yeah, the other thing is that it's Richie Hall's system. It's hard to single out a player. Just seems like it's always Alexander.

Guy lines up ar half back, teams put their best receivers in the slot, and you wonder why the half backs get targeted more? Every db gets beat at times, but Alexander has been a really good player for us this year. For my money he's been the best, though a late charge from sayles makes it close.

I've been pleasantly surprised by both Alexander and Sayles this season.

18 hours ago, SpeedFlex27 said:

So, something like 4 players in nearly 6 seasons.  The Nichols trade was total desperation at the time. Willy was finished here & they had no choice. 

Yes, but you said Walters sits on his ass and does nothing...now you want to backpedal?

On a positive note, with Edmonton losing, I believe our "magic" number to clinch the playoffs is 2. Any combination of Wpg wins and Edmonton losses means we are in.

Lots of combinations still at play as to where we end up.

28 minutes ago, blueingreenland said:

On a positive note, with Edmonton losing, I believe our "magic" number to clinch the playoffs is 2. Any combination of Wpg wins and Edmonton losses means we are in.

Lots of combinations still at play as to where we end up.

We are back in full control of our future with Edmonton losing. I don’t see 2nd place being realistic but it is not out of the question. Ultimately though just winning games is all that matters now for the next four weeks. That is all they can control.

48 minutes ago, blueingreenland said:

On a positive note, with Edmonton losing, I believe our "magic" number to clinch the playoffs is 2. Any combination of Wpg wins and Edmonton losses means we are in.

Lots of combinations still at play as to where we end up.

I think the magic number is 3, the tie breaker is not owned by anyone yet 1-1 and we don't play them again until the last game of the year to decide the season series.

1 hour ago, blitzmore said:

Yes, but you said Walters sits on his ass and does nothing...now you want to backpedal?

Not a chance. If you call signing 4 players in 6 seasons doing something. 

42 minutes ago, coach17 said:

I think the magic number is 3, the tie breaker is not owned by anyone yet 1-1 and we don't play them again until the last game of the year to decide the season series.

I forgot we play them the last game. Oh well.   

1 hour ago, blueingreenland said:

I forgot we play them the last game. Oh well.   

If Winnipeg wins next week and BC and Edmonton lose then one of the two could be eliminated when they meet the following week. BC loses they are gone if Edmonton loses then they'll be gone.

6 hours ago, rebusrankin said:

I've been pleasantly surprised by both Alexander and Sayles this season.

I certainly agree about Sayles. Excellent.

 

WINNIPEG, MB., October 9, 2018 –   The Winnipeg Blue Bombers announce today the club has signed international defensive ends Marcell Frazier and Patrick Choudja.

Frazier (6’4, 259, Missouri, January 8, 1994 in Portland, OR) played three seasons with the Missouri Tigers, totalling 87 tackles, 16.5 sacks and three forced fumbles in 36 games. Frazier signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent in 2018 before joining the Cleveland Browns for training camp.

Choudja (6’3, 263, Nevada, April 11, 1996 in Oakley, CA) played four seasons with the Nevada Wolfpack, totalling 93 tackles, four and a half sacks and four forced fumbles in 50 games. Choudja signed with the San Francisco 49ers as an undrafted free agent in 2018.

 

22 minutes ago, Dirty30 said:

 

Have the Bombers released him?

Haven’t seen anything. Perhaps an upcoming trade 🤞 for a veteran receiver and he maybe pushed further down the depth chart or about to be released. Maybe he’s just had a lot of time to think and question his place on this team. 

Wouldn't he be on year 1 of a 2 year contract though?

 

Assuming he hasn't already been released...

Edited October 9, 20187 yr by Bigblue204

17 hours ago, Dragon37 said:

We are back in full control of our future with Edmonton losing. I don’t see 2nd place being realistic but it is not out of the question. Ultimately though just winning games is all that matters now for the next four weeks. That is all they can control.

I think 2nd would have been very attainable... if Mike Reilly hadn't gifted* Sask their 10th win yesterday...

In fairness to Willie Jefferson, it was a great play... I just don't ever give credit where credit is due when it comes to the riders...