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Mike speculating on Twitter that Richards is retiring because he didn't want to accept the PR paycheque after they moved him last week.....the timing is "curious", for sure...

Spooner was moved off the PR last week, and it was immediately speculated (on MBB) that someone tried to pluck him.....I don't remember what thread, but someone mentioned it last week.

not sure if there's any connection, but........ http://3downnation.com/2017/08/08/lions-tried-to-claim-riders-practice-roster-canadian-ol/

and that's who they wanted and who they tried desperately to get, but the Riders f***ed 'em on it. L Durant was not the right pick, at the time, and who knows if he'd have matured in Wpg as he did in Calgary. There is no question the kid had a lot of problems at the time, and people avoided him like the plague.

It is what it is....it didn't work out, and we move on. I'm more excited about the people who want to scream and yell and roast Walters on a spit for "...another wasted pick!!1!" Lol...

Felt this was worth its own thread, just so people can lose their minds.... https://www.bluebombers.com/2017/08/08/addison-richards-announces-retirement/

This. Remember how everyone couldn't figure out why KBs tackle numbers went way down from his first year (outside LB) to his second year (Middle)... Change in position changed everything.

https://www.cfl.ca/2017/08/07/steinbergs-mmqb-bombers-success-sustainable/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=twitter&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+MmqbCflca+(CFL.ca-MMQB+) The Winnipeg Blue Bombers are developing a bit of a reputation in 2017. After a 33-30 win over the Ottawa REDBLACKS on Friday night, the Bombers have played the role of buzzer beater comeback artists for two straight weeks. While they’ve pulled the last two out of the fire, Winnipeg is making a strong case not to be forgotten in the West Division. Finish strong While being down multiple possessions in the waning minutes of football games is not an ideal blueprint, you have to give the Bombers credit for sticking with it the last two weeks. Friday’s win over Ottawa saw Winnipeg make a couple big stops defensively while converting a couple of key first downs to set up three important Justin Medlock kicks. Medlock played an additional crucial role by booting a late kickoff through the end zone to scratch out an important single. The week before it was quarterback Matt Nichols taking the Bombers on his back to stun the Montreal Alouettes. Nichols orchestrated two scoring drives in the final two minutes to turn a 40-28 shortfall into a stunning 41-40 win. Now Winnipeg sits 4-2 and needs to be considered a factor in the West. RELATED: » Medlock hits buzzer beater to top REDBLACKS » The Long Read: The SJ Green story » View 2017 league leaders JUSTIN MEDLOCK CELEBRATES AFTER KICKING THE GAME-WINNING FIELD GOAL VS. OTTAWA (THE CANADIAN PRESS) Yes, the Bombers have had to pull a few rabbits out of hats to pick up their last two wins and that definitely isn’t sustainable. But I’m not bullish on Winnipeg because of how heart-stopping their last two wins have been. Instead, there are some underlying traits shining through for me in a very positive way. Yes, they’ve allowed too many points through six games; at 209, only Hamilton has allowed more than the Bombers have. However, I do think that number is a little misleading. Winnipeg has been involved in a couple shootout games and sometimes those can get away on a defensive unit, and I think this particular group is capable of noticeably bringing those numbers down. This Bomber defence is strong against the run and it was generally up to snuff against the REDBLACKS, a pair of big plays not withstanding. That’s a strong sign and something Winnipeg can build on. Against the pass the numbers haven’t been good and Trevor Harris was able to rack up some yardage against the Bombers on Friday night, especially in the first half. Again, though, Winnipeg’s numbers against the pass don’t strike me as signs of things to come. The Bombers boast one of the strongest defensive backfields in the league and again lead the way in interceptions with nine; they led last year, too, with 30 picks. When you couple that with the way they’ve gotten after opposing quarterbacks, I think we’ll start seeing opposing passing numbers come down a bit. Buy Week 8 Tickets » Thursday, 7:30 p.m. ET: Edmonton at Ottawa » Friday, 7:30 p.m. ET: Toronto at Montreal » Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET: Winnipeg at Hamilton » Sunday, 8:00 p.m. ET: BC at Saskatchewan There are some good signs defensively right now: Winnipeg is top three in interceptions, forced fumbles, and sacks through the first six games. Offensively, Nichols has been accurate and poised in important situations while running back Andrew Harris is already up over 600 total yards. Again, I’m not advocating for the Bombers to continue leaving it until the final minutes of games to dial it up. However, even though they’ve had to eek a couple out the last couple weeks, this Winnipeg group looks formidable. If the encouraging underlying traits outlined above translate positively, we could be talking about the Bombers starting to enter the same conversation as the three big boys in the West.

Hurl is not filling in for Wild.......Knox is.

Am I wrong? Hate that ****...

All I know is I'd rather play the TiCats now rather than immediately after a 60-1 loss...

Hardcore click bait... Blech.

Ehhhhhh..... The Riders are BAAAAAAAAAD. Cgy, Edm, BC, Wpg then a HUUUUGE gap until the test of the bottom feeder dregs, which includes the Riders.

I said to the chick last night, "Next year, Thorpe is gonna be such a stud... So many people are going to be wearing his jersey... Its just a matter of time..."

It's unfortunate that our fans seem to think those same coaches, with all the LB experience, don't know what's up out there.......

...Lapo's first year.....we lost so many friggin' close games. Like, by less than a TD.....it was just ridiculous. 4-14 or whatever we were....deceptive record.

Not exactly......but I'd definitely be willing to bet teams are sending in tape to the league for review, of guys like Sukh Chungh, who regularly "take liberties" on the field.......once the league sees a pattern of behaviour (as there definitely is with a guy like SC) they'll start watching a lot more closely. I'm sure we've done it to other teams...

I'd believe this...

there's more to it than just that....but ya....relax...it's all good.....

there won't be anymore tweaks until the end of the season, I'm betting....

I can't help but feel like ever since you sat with Burris on that plane ride, you've been a not-so-closeted RBs fan.......boooooo to you, sir....

We've definitely developed a reputation among the refs, so there's no sliding under the radar on those ticky tacky things anymore...

Agreed... The play was out of bounds. Wouldn't have mattered.

I'm completely fine with that game in and game out.

There's always been calls like that and there likely always will be. It's part of the game and usually those things even themselves out over the course of a game. As I said earlier, I'm just glad we didn't need a challenge later on...