With Rookie Camp getting underway Wednesday morning, it's officially time to talk about the 2026 Winnipeg Blue Bombers!

5 minutes ago, bigg jay said:

Clercius is a pending FA - I would not be shocked if he's not back.

Wallace is also a pending FA so he could very well walk as well.

Demski is about to turn 33 - he's got a lot of miles on him so I'm not sure how long you can count on him as a starter. They will ride him until after it's too late though.

Eli has started 2 games in a row but this regime has shown they do not have faith in him so I'm not sure I would pencil him in as a starter for next season.

Yes, my list is assuming they get those guys resigned. Could also see a couple guys from the NFL come up to help the Oline...Manu being the most likely imo.

Just now, Bigblue204 said:

Yes, my list is assuming they get those guys resigned. Could also see a couple guys from the NFL come up to help the Oline...Manu being the most likely imo.

Cline as well - has not signed anywhere since Miami released him so he's another potential NFL option.

12 hours ago, rebusrankin said:

My concern in dropping Demski is that we have nothing at National WR behind him.

Well I don't think we'll drop him. Just a matter of production decreasing, and availability being basically week to week. He's old now. We need to replace what he was in the offense with someone whether they are Canadian or American.

The "problem" with Demski is that he's a bit of a jack of all trades .. a receiver / running back hybrid .. dynamic, versatile but also older and his playing style lends itself to wear and tear. Father Time catches everyone but he's still productive, could easily have a role on this team but you're not going to find a 1:1 replacement for a guy like him (and with Walters draft record, ever?).

1 hour ago, Bigblue204 said:

The CND content isn't as bad as some are making it seem. If they can scoop up another FA starter or two it's plenty fine imo. Assuming they start the minimum amount.

Brady
Demski
Clericus
Kradmi
Smith
Eli
Wallace

But the biggest question mark is Collaros. I know people don't want him back, but the reality is, if he wants to come back MOS/KW will 100% be bringing him back. If that's the case, I think they should let Brown walk. If Collaros decides to hang them up, you keep Brown. #1 round picks are worth a quality backup QB.

Oline is a bit of a rough spot. Could be losing 2 "starters". Bryant shouldn't be back next year, or if he is, can't be playing T. Nuef may also say bye bye.
I'm still not convinced that Clericus cant be a very useful slot rec, not completely replacing Demski, but he could be used more. Though I think Demski is back anyways.

On defence, we need at least 1 Edge rusher, 1 LB and 1 DB and completely new mentality. I would move on from Willie and Nichols.

This draft they should be looking at guys who could start next year. No more projects/special teamers who may turn into something one day.

We have a good pool of NI talent, but we aren't using them well and a bunch are pending free agents.

48 minutes ago, bigg jay said:

Cline as well - has not signed anywhere since Miami released him so he's another potential NFL option.

Either waiting and will be here for next camp, or might be yet another guy who gets caught in the XFL trap.

IMO Demski isn't worth his contract and is in the way of giving younger players a spot. Not having anyone better at the moment shouldn't = keeping Demski. FA Canadian could take his roster spot and they don't need to be a receiver.