Okay, so the off season officially begins now that the Grey Cup is over. Lots of topics for discussion in the months to come with the Bombers & the League. A new CBA needs to be negotiated sooner rather than later.  Will there be an eventual agreement or a lockout? How much will the salary cap go up? Randy Ambrosie is on record that wants the cap to significantly go up so that is a positive.  Will Bo Levi Mitchell sign with an NFL or perhaps another CFL team? What about Mike Reilly & Trevor Harris who are also free agents? There's a new start up league called the  AAFL & there are legit concerns that it'll draw star CFL players away or hamper free agent signings with CFL teams. Coaching changes in BC & Toronto. The continuing evolving story of the expansion Halifax Schooners & possible exhibition games in Mexico. 

Edited November 27, 20187 yr by SpeedFlex27

If Benevides steps in, its going to be pretty tough considering both assistants will realize they were passed over the HC job...

1 minute ago, Floyd said:

If Benevides steps in, its going to be pretty tough considering both assistants will realize they were passed over the HC job...

..and will probably be sulking...

1 hour ago, 17to85 said:

Yes but signing a contract in bad faith can void a contract if it's argued, which means signing it does not entitle one to a bonus. Now the Bombers didn't bother to waste their time pursuing it because they probably just felt it was better to eat the cost, but facts are Durant acted like a child and stole money from the Bombers. You sign a contract you honour the contract, especially when you were well compensated to do so. 

And you know what his situation, family and personal circumstances were that may have impacted his decision.....how exactly?

15 minutes ago, JCon said:

Even though I realize this would immediately benefit the Riders, I still think the CFL should revisit the cap on management/coach spending. I think it's ridiculous that the a team, even the Riders (may they rot in h), can't replace all their coaches when the GM/HC walks out. 

I also think it's unfortunate for Lapo that he's not getting the chance to hear their pitch and make a decision on his own. However, the Riders put themselves into their own terrible position and it's way too late to expect the Bombers to replace their OC. I wish it worked out for Lapo, though, because I really like the guy. 

This is totally on them, in a properly run organization they would have an asst. coach in place to promote to H.C. from within, but because they gave all the keys to the kingdom to Jones, they're left with the consequences of his choices.  But don't blame Jones....he's immaculate.

Edited January 24, 20197 yr by Throw Long Bannatyne

1 minute ago, DR. CFL said:

And you know what his situation, family and personal circumstances were that may have impacted his decision.....how exactly?

Because he is a closet Rider fan....

Just now, do or die said:

Jennings as starter.  Glenn as backup.....who would bring the bailing bucket, quite often....

I'd probably stick with Bridge and Glenn in that scenario - then spend big on D

5 minutes ago, do or die said:

..and will probably be sulking...

So much anger.

all I gotta say tho...sure glad we are in the situation we are, and have the structure in the front office and down the coaching ranks we have

We lack entertainment value....

5 minutes ago, do or die said:

We lack entertainment value....

Big Chris says hello.

They do know that Streveler also works most of the time with Buck who will take over after. Sure it won’t be that hard to convince him to stay.

Believe that the New Plan..... of having a caretaker HC, this season is sound. Riders should implement this right away.

4 minutes ago, do or die said:

Believe that the New Plan..... of having a caretaker HC, this season is sound. Riders should implement this right away.

Better yet, they should go with no HC. Just let the coordinators call the plays when their players are on the field. It will go marvellously. 

20 minutes ago, Jpan85 said:

They do know that Streveler also works most of the time with Buck who will take over after. Sure it won’t be that hard to convince him to stay.

I think it will come down to $$, how much can the Bombers afford to pay Strev., if they decide to keep running with Nichols?  From the look of things the proficient QB supply will not match demand into next season and there will be some desperate teams shopping, so I would expect he will garner plenty of attention and receive a hefty pay increase.  Setting up to be similar to the Drew Willy scenario, receive starting wages before earning them.

Edited January 24, 20197 yr by Throw Long Bannatyne

Why would Glenn go to Saskatchewan to get beat up?

11 minutes ago, Brandon said:

Why would Glenn go to Saskatchewan to get beat up?

'Cause its something that he has a lot of experience with and is good at.

How many real game snaps did Glenn even get last season ?  I think he is done.

Man, that perceived bum Glenn has sure outlasted a ton of QB's, in this league

10 minutes ago, do or die said:

Man, that perceived bum Glenn has sure outlasted a ton of QB's, in this league

And he rarely played for good teams and took some real beatings. He endured a lot of abuse from fans here and there but he was better than most of his peers. The biggest lack he had (some would say it was a life asset) was that he lacked a certain amount of fire in the belly. He tried to keep winning and losing in perspective and that drew a lot of flak.

If the Bombers are smart, and Streveler shows more improvement and progression this year, and that he can run the offence then Walter's should be in his ear late in season saying that they will extend him for 2020 as the starter, and once season ends at some point move Nichols for whatever we can get, or outright release him if he doesn't agree to restructure as a veteran back-up

Decent article. Has some valid points regarding set dates coaches need to abide by. I think the irony in all of this is that this ALL started with Jones bolting from EDM to Sask which caused the league to take action. Now he volts again and Sask cant get what they want.

https://www.tsn.ca/cfl-s-policy-on-coaching-hires-needs-a-tweak-1.1246634 

43 minutes ago, Booch said:

If the Bombers are smart, and Streveler shows more improvement and progression this year, and that he can run the offence then Walter's should be in his ear late in season saying that they will extend him for 2020 as the starter, and once season ends at some point move Nichols for whatever we can get, or outright release him if he doesn't agree to restructure as a veteran back-up

I would hope those discussion start taking place no later then week 9.

1 hour ago, Brandon said:

Why would Glenn go to Saskatchewan to get beat up?

You mean behind the Oline that allowed the fewest sacks?   9 less than you

2 hours ago, Floyd said:

If Benevides steps in, its going to be pretty tough considering both assistants will realize they were passed over the HC job...

Its not uncommon for teams to bring in a head coach from out side the organization

6 minutes ago, Ripper said:

Its not uncommon for teams to bring in a head coach from out side the organization

Did Trestman say no thanks? Seems he would be the best choice.