ESF Bombers @ Als - Early Chat

[wbbfan]

3 hours ago, WinnipegGordo said:

Especially since Bailey demonstrated that he can contribute to special teams.

Yup. Flashing a hit on kick cover doesn’t always mean you have a good cover guy or a good fit here. But, he almost blocked a punt with his physicality and motor, and most importantly imo, the play where he charged down field and pancakes his blocker was soo much more. 

 That’s the type of selfless play that goes a long way both here and in general. Hes got the athleticism, physicality, motor, and drive to succeed any time you put him on. Which as a dl is soo much more value in the cfl. 

Hes a really polished pass rusher with tremendous tools and just gets it. 

Teams players at lber are default because they are big enough to beat out half the skill position players physically and still fast enough to get down field. The under sized db types offer a lot less unless they can actually cover wrs. Linemen who can run fast enough to cover kicks are gold. 

[WinnipegGordo]

Receiver AK Gassama was added to the Bombers' practice roster today.

Montreal transferred OL Jesse Gibbon to the injured list and actived OL Landon Rice. 

[wbbfan]

13 minutes ago, WinnipegGordo said:

Receiver AK Gassama was added to the Bombers' practice roster today.

Montreal transferred OL Jesse Gibbon to the injured list and actived OL Landon Rice. 

Hopefully hassan’s isn’t a sign of injury concerns. 

[WinnipegGordo]

2 hours ago, wbbfan said:

Hopefully hassan’s isn’t a sign of injury concerns. 

During the Coach's Show, O'Shea said they were short bodies for practice and that they didn't want to overwork the guys that were healthy.

As is his MO, he didn't provide any info on Demski's status.

[Noeller]

39 minutes ago, WinnipegGordo said:

During the Coach's Show, O'Shea said they were short bodies for practice and that they didn't want to overwork the guys that were healthy.

As is his MO, he didn't provide any info on Demski's status.

I don't suppose there was any info to be gained about those new DEs possibly making the playoff roster?

[Pete]

I cant see Demski being ready for this game. Or else it will be the same result as the grey cup ly where our key receivers didnt last the half.

[Goalie]

I could see Demski playing and making a difference. I actually expect a big TD from him. 

[WinnipegGordo]

Wow, the Bombers are travelling to Montreal on Thursday.

Tuesday, October 28

Practice: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday, October 29

Closed practice

Thursday, October 30

Travel Day

Friday, October 31

Coach and Player Media Interviews

[WinnipegGordo]

The Demski watch begins.

 

 

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[17to85]

1 minute ago, WinnipegGordo said:

 

 

Better late than never i suppose.

[WinnipegGordo]

[blue85gold]

12 minutes ago, WinnipegGordo said:

Well that sucks

[Goalie]

I’d hope it’s just maintenance for guys like Lawson and whoever else. It likely is. And they will all play Saturday. 

[wbbfan]

Boy I hope lawson isn’t out. A combo of thomas and korny playing all the reps at one dt spot (and probably a big chunk of the other) is really hard to over come. 

Didn’t think our nat dt situation could get worse last year. Then this year is like hold my beer! What’s gonna happen next year, we sign one of the old old heads from on here to rotate with jake? 

[HardCoreBlue]

1 minute ago, wbbfan said:

Boy I hope lawson isn’t out. A combo of thomas and korny playing all the reps at one dt spot (and probably a big chunk of the other) is really hard to over come. 

Didn’t think our nat dt situation could get worse last year. Then this year is like hold my beer! What’s gonna happen next year, we sign one of the old old heads from on here to rotate with jake? 

In other words, football malpractice.

[rebusrankin]

6 minutes ago, wbbfan said:

Boy I hope lawson isn’t out. A combo of thomas and korny playing all the reps at one dt spot (and probably a big chunk of the other) is really hard to over come. 

Didn’t think our nat dt situation could get worse last year. Then this year is like hold my beer! What’s gonna happen next year, we sign one of the old old heads from on here to rotate with jake? 

Not me, I'm trying out for a combo wr/db spot. I'm not fast or anything but I bring lots of heart and intangibles.

[bigg jay]

9 minutes ago, rebusrankin said:

Not me, I'm trying out for a combo wr/db spot. I'm not fast or anything but I bring lots of heart and intangibles.

If you have military experience, MOS would like a word...

18 minutes ago, wbbfan said:

Didn’t think our nat dt situation could get worse last year. Then this year is like hold my beer! What’s gonna happen next year, we sign one of the old old heads from on here to rotate with jake? 

I would do it but I'm still exploring NFL opportunities.

[wbbfan]

57 minutes ago, rebusrankin said:

Not me, I'm trying out for a combo wr/db spot. I'm not fast or anything but I bring lots of heart and intangibles.

you aren’t a military vet are you? few bars and stripes will guarantee you a spot

[Colin Unger]

18 hours ago, Noeller said:

I don't suppose there was any info to be gained about those new DEs possibly making the playoff roster?

Those guys sure looked good and will give us some nice options next season.  We should move on from at least one of our aging defensive ends and spend money elsewhere.

[Stickem]

2 hours ago, rebusrankin said:

Not me, I'm trying out for a combo wr/db spot. I'm not fast or anything but I bring lots of heart and intangibles.

Could one of those intangibles be 'a glue guy' cuz that's what we're mainly looking for

[ShyGuy]

The CFL.ca storylines article made me chuckle today

https://www.cfl.ca/2025/10/28/3-storylines-to-watch-in-the-eastern-semi-final-3/

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Winnipeg has been one of the best units against the pass in 2025, keeping opposing quarterbacks to a league-low 62.2 completion percentage (Montreal is just behind at 68.5 per cent) and 261.4 yards per game, second only to the Als (256.9).

The difference between #1 Winnipeg and #2 Montreal is 6.3%. The difference between #2 Montreal and #9 Toronto is 3.9%

[WinnipegGordo]