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I know they thought that Goltz gave up so that's why he wasn't playing. As to why he wasn't cut I can only assume they thought the greater punishment was to spend a cold fall here not playing than to pay out his contract and let him soak up the California sun at home. Surely you jest...

Nichols still has some to prove before I would consider him starter material. Spot duty over a season ago isn't enough at this point.

Trade for whom? I wouldn't give up too much to get him at this point.

Funny, that's exactly what we said about Tim Burke at the end of last season.

It wasn't me. I was just trying to be clear who we were talking about...

you think he doesn't know what his value around the CFL is already? I don't know who his agent is but I guarantee that his agent knows the value of players in that position and there's not going to be a a huge deviation in what is offered for a guy like that so it will really come down to where he wants to be. Different situation in this scenario considering that it's Ottawa and that their Canadian depth is in all likelihood going to be pretty weak to start off with. They may covet someone like Kohlert a little more considering he can likely start. How many other teams NEED that, other than us?

Would this actually work though? A gentleman's agreement like this is risky if this is a guy you really never wanted to lose. Winnipeg has lost communication with him now and have no control over what happens now that he is Ottawa's property. It was big risk to take if this was indeed the plan because the negotiating window for MD has now opened up. Here's the opportunity for them to use their resources exclusively to get Kohlert to sign an extension. Remember that he's the only FA they have. He's also Canadian and the most experienced receiver they have at the moment. Maybe it happens as you say and Kohlert comes back in February, but if I was him, I'd be a little interested to hear what my new team is willing to offer me. "lost communication" *wink* On top of that ... there's also the possibility he's already signed a deal with Winnipeg. There's more of a grey area now whether we are in communication with him or not. Regardless of if he signed a deal already, we won't be able to enforce it until FA, which still buys MD 8 weeks of exclusivity,

Dickenson already said he doesn't want to come to Winnipeg. So he's "not an issue" as he's been handled internally. Craig?

Who says that Khari was anymore of a better choice at this point than MB? They're both consolation prizes.

Would this actually work though? A gentleman's agreement like this is risky if this is a guy you really never wanted to lose. Winnipeg has lost communication with him now and have no control over what happens now that he is Ottawa's property. It was big risk to take if this was indeed the plan because the negotiating window for MD has now opened up. Here's the opportunity for them to use their resources exclusively to get Kohlert to sign an extension. Remember that he's the only FA they have. He's also Canadian and the most experienced receiver they have at the moment. Maybe it happens as you say and Kohlert comes back in February, but if I was him, I'd be a little interested to hear what my new team is willing to offer me.

Not a fan of MB, especially if he still thinks that Boltus has the tools to be successful in this league. I am willing however to give MO'S the benefit of the doubt on this decision at this point, if it is indeed his choice.

Three receivers chosen, of which Kohlert comes with the most experience, if he is resigned. They may have to go hard for at least one or two more experienced targets that make it to FA. That or they have to hope that scouting finds them some guys who are easy learners who can jump in right away. Regardless, I think you are looking at a pretty junior receiving corps. Not too mention, having a starting RB who is not known for his blocking. They may be needing all those fullbacks after all.

So what angle is MD actually taking here? He's all over the board.

Surprised Sask didn't protect Shologan.

DeMarco wouldn't be competing for a starters spot, and I don't think the value is there to trade for him when we have Max Hall.

So if we didn't protect Miles, who did we protect in his place? Kelly?

So Collaros will be a free agent...

Chevon Walker

Wallace Miles....

My bad, should have posted this. Each round will be streamed live and the draft tracker in on the right. http://www.cfl.ca/page/expansiondraft

Today marks a historical day. Eight teams will look a little different after today, and the last one will start forming some shape. Should be interesting.

Where do the temporary stands go? Still having a hard time visualizing this. The endzone concourses aren't that wide to erect bleacher seating from. Not to mention the added weight.

Kim Murphy is a slouch.

in the first round? it not gonna happen in the second round? could be At this point right now I would rank his stock higher than Kito's. same here but he's a free agent and Ottawa will not gamble on him on the first round. Missed that he was a FA.

in the first round? it not gonna happen in the second round? could be At this point right now I would rank his stock higher than Kito's.