Lots going on. As mentioned earlier, The Stove has re-signed in BC...also:
 

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Edited November 23, 20232 yr by Noeller

47 minutes ago, bigg jay said:

It actually makes sense this year (assuming they still want a Canadian starter there) - they've lost a couple on the Canadians on the DL (Kongbo, Laurent) from last year so Menard can help fill that hole.  

Just looking at their stats last year & it would seem that having a fresh DL didn't do too much for them.  They certainly didn't run roughshod over they league as they finished near the bottom in sacks with 41 (the L's & Riders tied for last at 40).  and 6th in average rushing yards allowed at 112 yards (ahead of the L's, Riders & Stamps).

Their terrible QB play did lead their to be on the field the most in the league (33 minutes a game) but that was only 10 seconds more than the Bombers at 32 min & 50 seconds. We had better results despite our lack of depth along the line (50 sacks & 90.2 yards rushing allowed per game). 

Hamilton's dline looks great on paper, but seriously underachieved last season. Sometimes there is a fine line between a healthy rotation and guys just not able to get into the groove because they are not getting enough reps. It's a balancing act.

Edited May 27, 20241 yr by GCn20

Lions released Dakota Prukop. 

1 hour ago, JohnnyAbonny said:

It’s funny until they run roughshod over everyone with a fresh d-line every 3rd play. 
If Taylor Powell can take the next step, seriously look out.

They did the same thing last year. Im not concerned. The hype for Hamilton is only overshadowed by the hype for BC. Both make no sense to me.

58 minutes ago, WinnipegGordo said:

Lions released Dakota Prukop. 

Not shocked....He showed...again in that pre-season game he can run around....but if needed to move a offence up and down a field...he just doesnt have it

51 minutes ago, WinnipegGordo said:

Lions released Dakota Prukop. 

And their starting running back from last  season, Taquan Mizell. 

1 minute ago, Arnold_Palmer said:

And their starting running back from last  season, Taquan Mizell. 

No surprise there either. Wasn't a particularly good RB.

11 minutes ago, GCn20 said:

No surprise there either. Wasn't a particularly good RB.

Nope. Complete non factor once the weather got colder.

BC Lions "who needs a run game?"

3 minutes ago, 17to85 said:

BC Lions "who needs a run game?"

They have Stanback this season, that's going to make a difference.  They've lost 2 years running to the Bombers in the WF, expect to see some changes made to overcome that hump, my bet is 50/50 they climb over it this season.

21 minutes ago, Fatty Liver said:

They have Stanback this season, that's going to make a difference.  They've lost 2 years running to the Bombers in the WF, expect to see some changes made to overcome that hump, my bet is 50/50 they climb over it this season.

I am not sold on VA having a repeat of his success last season. 

1 hour ago, Booch said:

Not shocked....He showed...again in that pre-season game he can run around....but if needed to move a offence up and down a field...he just doesnt have it

We better not sign him again

1 minute ago, wbbfan said:

We better not sign him again

Why would we? The Strev is back in town. Only way that Prukop is a Bomber this year is if ZC or Strev went down.

6 minutes ago, GCn20 said:

I am not sold on VA having a repeat of his success last season. 

I'm also not sold on Stanback being able to bounce back to his previous form, especially on that team. 

8 minutes ago, GCn20 said:

Why would we? The Strev is back in town. Only way that Prukop is a Bomber this year is if ZC or Strev went down.

I never underestimate our ability to cling to those guys. 
 I do think we need a 4th qb on the pr who can run the strev package. 

47 minutes ago, Fatty Liver said:

They have Stanback this season, that's going to make a difference.  They've lost 2 years running to the Bombers in the WF, expect to see some changes made to overcome that hump, my bet is 50/50 they climb over it this season.

I'm not sold on their OL improving in the run game or their offense to be as high powered as it was last year allowing them to focus on running. The media is hyping them up, but IMO they lost more talent than they gained on O. And they're hoping VA can continue to improve AND stay healthy. Cottoy/Emulis/Hollins doesn't worry me in the least. 

I just think if bc tries to run more it will negate what made their offense work which was "passing yards go brrrrrrrr" they made a ton of big plays. You run you are basically committing to a more methodical march down the field style.

2 minutes ago, 17to85 said:

I just think if bc tries to run more it will negate what made their offense work which was "passing yards go brrrrrrrr" they made a ton of big plays. You run you are basically committing to a more methodical march down the field style.

Agreed. Ball control hasn't been something VA has been able to do. Adding to that, I don't think they have the WR to make those big plays anymore.

33 minutes ago, wbbfan said:

We better not sign him again

Much to the delight of many if we do I will stop posting here hahaha..That's how sure I am we wont 

 

22 minutes ago, wbbfan said:

I never underestimate our ability to cling to those guys. 
 I do think we need a 4th qb on the pr who can run the strev package. 

I think that Grainger we just signed could...Wilson possibly too...moves very well....and actually looks like he has the knack for hitting guys when he on the run as well....

14 minutes ago, 17to85 said:

I just think if bc tries to run more it will negate what made their offense work which was "passing yards go brrrrrrrr" they made a ton of big plays. You run you are basically committing to a more methodical march down the field style.

BC has to find balance in it's offence. Passing numbers are fine and good but come November it leaves you with a 3 spot on the scoreboard.

I hope we give up on using the wedge in short-yardage.

Streveler is very dangerous but very bad at the wedge play.

9 minutes ago, Booch said:

Much to the delight of many if we do I will stop posting here hahaha..That's how sure I am we wont 

 

I think that Grainger we just signed could...Wilson possibly too...moves very well....and actually looks like he has the knack for hitting guys when he on the run as well....

I don’t think either is a dynamic running threat like I have in mind. They could run it to some effect but I don’t think it’d be worth taking our offence off the field for. 
 Wasn’t Johnson a converted qb? Some one like that would be decent in a pinch. 

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On 2024-05-23 at 2:46 PM, wbbfan said:

He is primed for a spot in the hall of shame as a destroyer. I hear the gliebermens are going to do his induction speech 

Interestingly, he does have 4 rings and a coach of the year award (flip side: an abysmal record as HC).

 

man....If thats the projected starters....how could one be super excited for that?...Emilus I would take in a heartbeat....Maaaaaybe KSB but as more a depth/rotation guy not as a defacto legit #1

Further cements my thoughts until they show otherwise they be battling the Elks for 4th

1 hour ago, Booch said:

 

man....If thats the projected starters....how could one be super excited for that?...Emilus I would take in a heartbeat....Maaaaaybe KSB but as more a depth/rotation guy not as a defacto legit #1

Further cements my thoughts until they show otherwise they be battling the Elks for 4th

But they clearly have top teir Canadian depth!!!11!!