Opponent unknown, but the Bombers will host the Western Final for the first time in 49 years. 

 

Can Harris come back?
I'm assuming McGuire dresses behind Collaros?
Who's in/who's out? 

 

Long, long range weather (as of November 22): High -3, feels like -9. Wind 21. 

(as of November 24): High -11, feels like -18. Wind 26. 

(as of November 26): High -5, feels like -10. Wind 18, gusting 27.

(as of November 29): High -9, feels like -14, Wind 14, gusting 24. 

(as of December 1): High -7, feels like -12, Wind 20, gusting 30. 

(as of December 3): High -5, feels like -12, Wind 33, gusting 50.  This is interesting, the wind has picked up SIGNIFICANTLY, to the point that I don't even think the kicking game is going to matter. But, the high on Monday is -22, which tells me it's likely the temperature will get much colder prior to or during the game. The weather is definitely going to be a factor but we're still too far out to see what the full impact will be. It's going to be fun. 

Do what Willie says and no one gets hurt. 

 

Who's coming in from out of town? 

Edited December 3, 20214 yr by JCon

57 minutes ago, Stretch said:

Wow, you have a lot of bridges for sale.

A lot of bridges in logic to cross.

1.The NHL and MLB clearly disagree that getting hit with a puck or ball is your fault because they have installed netting around the playing surface. Go tell the parents of the little girl who died in Columbus after getting hit by a puck that it was her fault. 

2. This was not a ball that went out of bounds during a live play. Horrible comparison in general.

3. Opposing teams rifling footballs at home fans is a recipe for disaster and can quickly escalate into a major problem. 

4. Believing Gainey or Purifoy are not exactly what is being described is hilarious.

5. If the tables were turned and fans were throwing **** these same people would be saying how criminal it is.

 

 

 

 

Edited December 10, 20214 yr by Geebrr

1 hour ago, Noeller said:

The desire to be a contrarian at all times, because somehow that makes you cooler or a better fan, to be different from the majority here? I just don't get that. 

I don’t disagree for the sake of disagreeing or to look cool or “be better”, I will disagree where I have an opinion and will explain it where necessary, even if it is a minority opinion. I also agree with a bunch of stuff here, so I am not disagreeing “at all times”. If you disagree with me on a topic, make your case and I will make mine. Simple as that. If my logic is flawed, I’m sure my error will be pointed out. If my reasoning holds up, but you just don’t like it because it differs from your opinion or pokes holes your argument, that’s not my problem, and it’s not because I think I am better or cooler or whatever characterization you want to dump on me. I don’t get my social validation from others on an anonymous fan board. I’m here to debate football topics with other fans. If there is no room for dissenting opinion, then have we become a clone of the Riderfan boards, which is what I am told they are all about?

But beyond all of that, why does my different opinion bother you so much? I don’t get that. If you want to discuss further or have it out or hurl insults or whatever, we can move this to the PMs so as not to derail the thread more. 

Peace out. 

1 hour ago, Geebrr said:

A lot of bridges in logic to cross.

1.The NHL and MLB clearly disagree that getting hit with a puck or ball is your fault because they have installed netting around the playing surface. Go tell the parents of the little girl who died in Columbus after getting hit by a puck that it was her fault. 

2. This was not a ball that went out of bounds during a live play. Horrible comparison in general.

3. Opposing teams rifling footballs at home fans is a recipe for disaster and can quickly escalate into a major problem. 

4. Believing Gainey or Purifoy are not exactly what is being described is hilarious.

5. If the tables were turned and fans were throwing **** these same people would be saying how criminal it is.

 

 

 

 

They had to stop selling beer in cans in Saskatchewan after some unruly fans started hucking full beer cans at the Lions bench.  I am thinking that happened around 2008 or so?  Looked it up, yup...

Roughriders put lid on beer can sales

CBC News · Posted: Oct 02, 2008 10:22 AM CT | Last Updated: October 2, 2008

A beer-throwing incident has prompted the Saskatchewan Roughriders to halt the sale of beer in cans.

The decision, which will be effective at the next home game Friday night, was made after angry fans hurled beer cans at the B.C. Lions during a game two weeks ago. The shower of aluminum briefly led to Lions' players and coaches finding refuge on the playing field as opposed to their traditional sideline space.

 

Fans were reacting to what they believed to be a bad decision by the referee.

According to the team, 47 fans were ejected from the game for the unwelcome display of disaffection.

Team officials announced on Wednesday that the sale of beer in cans has been eliminated for fans in the east side stands of Mosaic Stadium, the home of the Roughriders.

Instead, Jim Hopson, president and CEO of the club, told reporters suds will now be served in plastic cups.

Roughriders put lid on beer can sales | CBC News

3 hours ago, Throw Long Bannatyne said:

What's that saying??? "Can't take the heat, get out of the kitchen."  Fajardo signed up to play QB when he was a little tyke, so he knows all the attention that comes with the position.  He gobbles up all the love, attention and "feelgood" when he does well, but doesn't want to accept the criticism when he falls short.  Unfortunately "good enough" for him will not always be "good enough" for others, especially when being paid a large salary to perform a highly scrutinized job under the spotlight. 

He needs to learn to strap on a suit of armour if he expects to survive in a super competitive environment like professional football, where there can only be one winner, by default that makes everyone else a loser. As a leader of other men on the field all eyes are on him, so he needs to have the emotional and mental strength to deal with the responsibilities and pressures that come with the job, or opt out.  It's certainly not for everyone. 

Professional sports are not a good place for someone with poor ego-strength.

Last 8 mins of the WF on right now.

1 minute ago, Geebrr said:

Last 8 mins of the WF on right now.

The Eastern and Western finals will be replaced tonight on TSN

Was watching the replay of the 2019 Grey Cup this morning on TSN.  Although I've watched that game about 100 times I still couldn't take my eyes off the screen.  I had to watch until at least half time and see that Dane Evans sideline interview, which cracks me up every time, he looks like a frightened jack rabbit that just wants to go hide in a hole until the big bad wolf has gone away.

Gotta work tomorrow morning, but once I get home, it's off to YouTube for the 84, 88, 90 and then '19 games. Got a 60 pounder of Crown with my name on it....this is gonna be a TIME this weekend!!!!

1 hour ago, kelownabomberfan said:

Was watching the replay of the 2019 Grey Cup this morning on TSN.  Although I've watched that game about 100 times I still couldn't take my eyes off the screen.  I had to watch until at least half time and see that Dane Evans sideline interview, which cracks me up every time, he looks like a frightened jack rabbit that just wants to go hide in a hole until the big bad wolf has gone away.

I had to rewind the the Hansen tackle 15 times in order to figure out where he came from.  As a bonus, I watched the tackle 15 times.

5 minutes ago, Wideleft said:

I had to rewind the the Hansen tackle 15 times in order to figure out where he came from.  As a bonus, I watched the tackle 15 times.

I know, right? 
It’s worse than the Zapruder film. 

1 hour ago, Noeller said:

Gotta work tomorrow morning, but once I get home, it's off to YouTube for the 84, 88, 90 and then '19 games. Got a 60 pounder of Crown with my name on it....this is gonna be a TIME this weekend!!!!

Yeah...I think I gonna take in the 90 one myself tonight...as rewatched 2019 the other day...90 one is always a good one as I trained and played with many of the guys

Rewatching the WF. That second interception ZC threw was thrown well. Adams had his man beat and was likely a perfect throw over his shoulder. But you can see the wind effect the ball as it suddenly drops and shifts east towards the sideline where it’s picked off. 

1 hour ago, Bomber_fanaddict said:

Rewatching the WF. That second interception ZC threw was thrown well. Adams had his man beat and was likely a perfect throw over his shoulder. But you can see the wind effect the ball as it suddenly drops and shifts east towards the sideline where it’s picked off. 

I also think he had pressure coming from behind his right shoulder and started his throw from the top and lost power because of that.

6 hours ago, TBURGESS said:

If you get hit with a ball or a puck for that matter in the stands, it's your own fault for not paying attention.

If you think the kid was the only one heckling, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you think a player would get so annoyed about a mild heckle, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you think a mouthy 17 year old is telling the whole truth and nothing but the truth, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you're still thinking about the Riders this week, then they are living rent free in you head.

 Baseball/hockey.....sure....I can understand where you're coming from. At a football game..? That's a bit of a stretch.

7 hours ago, TBURGESS said:

If you get hit with a ball or a puck for that matter in the stands, it's your own fault for not paying attention.

If you think the kid was the only one heckling, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you think a player would get so annoyed about a mild heckle, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you think a mouthy 17 year old is telling the whole truth and nothing but the truth, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you're still thinking about the Riders this week, then they are living rent free in you head.

But what was she wearing?

There's no excuse for a professional football player targeting a fan in the stands with a football.  Lucky he didn't break someone's eye socket and get a medical insurance bill more than he's made in his CFL career.

The Riders really need to get some control back of their organization and sideline on gamedays.  Currently looking as poorly managed as the Argos, guess the Murphy stench still wafting.

Also at 2:35:16 right at the end of the half as they are panning across CF you can see Duke jumping on BA. This lead to the eye poke. 

9 hours ago, TBURGESS said:

If you get hit with a ball or a puck for that matter in the stands, it's your own fault for not paying attention.

If you think the kid was the only one heckling, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you think a player would get so annoyed about a mild heckle, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you think a mouthy 17 year old is telling the whole truth and nothing but the truth, then then you may buy a bridge from me. 

If you're still thinking about the Riders this week, then they are living rent free in you head.

False. Especially if the ball is not in play. A player projecting a ball into the crowd causing injury is an assault. 

11 hours ago, Rod Black said:

False. Especially if the ball is not in play. A player projecting a ball into the crowd causing injury is an assault. 

Keep your eye on the field and you won't have any trouble seeing if a ball is coming.

Everyone around here believes a mouthy 17 year old heckler that those dirty rotten Riders specifically targeted him instead of any of the other hecklers in the stands. I understand that he coulda got a broken nose from the frozen football. Musta been really scary for him. 

My understanding was that the 17 year old wasn't the intended target. Aka Gainey has all yhe accuracy of Cody Fajardo. 

8 minutes ago, TBURGESS said:

Keep your eye on the field and you won't have any trouble seeing if a ball is coming.

Everyone around here believes a mouthy 17 year old heckler that those dirty rotten Riders specifically targeted him instead of any of the other hecklers in the stands. I understand that he coulda got a broken nose from the frozen football. Musta been really scary for him. 

Have you never been to a football game? 

It's honestly surprising how many times you say things that make you seem like you've never watched football before. 

He very well could have been watching the field of play....in your infinite wisdom have you forgotten how many footballs are used throughout a game? Or how big a field is...especially when sitting at field level?

And again no one thinks the 17yr old was the target...? Wtf are you talking about? If Gainey was targeting someone it would have been the guys that heckle players every game behind the visitors bench. Gainey just missed.

Edited December 11, 20214 yr by Bigblue204

5 minutes ago, TBURGESS said:

Keep your eye on the field and you won't have any trouble seeing if a ball is coming.

The field wasn't the issue... gainy was on the sidelines at the time.

45 minutes ago, TBURGESS said:

Keep your eye on the field and you won't have any trouble seeing if a ball is coming.

Everyone around here believes a mouthy 17 year old heckler that those dirty rotten Riders specifically targeted him instead of any of the other hecklers in the stands. I understand that he coulda got a broken nose from the frozen football. Musta been really scary for him. 

Simple to say and not realistic. People look at their phones, look at their neighbours, look at the scoreboard. I have actually seen people do all of these things at a game! In fact the event promoters provide enough going on to distract from a fixed gaze at the field. 

Edited December 11, 20214 yr by Rod Black

Throwing anything is wrong. End of story. 

On 2021-12-10 at 9:51 AM, JCon said:

Now people are just making up things. 

 

Wouldn't possibly listen to anyone who was actually there. 

I don’t believe it for the simple fact Gainey sucks at everything, how would he be able to throw a football with velocity and accuracy?

Back in the 80's I once saw someone throw a bottle out of the upper deck at Canad Inns or Winnipeg Stadium as it was called back then. I had season tickets in the lower grandstand on the East Side in Section V. Somehow the bottle made it to the sidelines just behind the players bench smashing as it hit the ground so no one got hurt.

I just remember the collective gasp of the fans as that glass missile fell out of the sky. That could have killed someone if it hit a fan or player on the back of the head. Everyone looked up & we could see people standing & pointing so security knew who threw it. The person was taken out of the stands by security. People that throw objects need to spend some time in jail to think about their actions, face a heavy fine & a lifetime suspension from Bomber games.