Bigblue204

Good for him. Nice to see him transition into that kind of role. His playing days were done, glad he wasn't trying to hold on.

I fully expect Streveler to take over at least midway this season, if not sooner.

What really bothered me was the apparent lack of adjustments. "This isn't working, so lets try it again!"

That wasn't the WSF that was the Final. The West semi final our old aging fading RB was only able to get 100+ yards against the leagues most dominate Dline.

His old legs likely got tired around the 95 yard range or so.

I'm going to assume you just didn't watch any of the games during the last few weeks/playoffs. He did whatever he wanted against you in the shut out. Then quickly got the title in Edm game with a huge run while we played our back up oline. I can't seem to remember how he did against the riders in the WSF though, you should go watch that game again.

Thompkins is a Slot rec who will get the tough yards. He won't be a regular deep threat. I'm more interested to see what Simonese will do. He burned two of the "top" CBs last year for big plays. I'm hoping his development has continued and he will become a game changer regardless of his passport.

Too old, injury prone, and coming off a big injury. Been there done that. I would have liked someone who can continue to build their career here, like Adams has. Saying that, I'm not disappointed in FA. I think the bombers have the guys in house that can fill some of the holes. Was just hoping they'd be able to lure in one of the top WRs.

I'm going to throw up if they sign Manny.

Would have been solid at the price...but I do agree. The bombers need a player who can take the top off the D and or make the possession grabs without missing 6-8 games a year. So I can't say I'm too upset about missing out on him.

That's the thing, REC has been an issue since Ryan smith retired/Moore moved on. Could argue even before then. However, the bombers haven't signed a top WR since Nichols took over. Sure Dressler and Bowman, but I'd argue they were both past their prime before coming here. Now how many have they targeted is anyones guess. But it's been a problem for multiple years and it hasn't been addressed.

That would make absolutely zero sense. Why would they take a shut down RT and move him inside? I think tait is out to lunch on that. I can see Foketi going to RG.

I've mentioned this to a few friends of mine. But I'm starting to honestly think a lot of the top tier rec in this league may not like the idea of playing in a Nichols lead Offence.

Still young. Was it Jorden or Daniels of the Stamps who sat on their practice squad for a year or two. Didn't really do anything and then boom. Had a break out year. Some guys just need time to get used to the game up here and mature a bit. Hopefully Washington is one of them.

That's not true. They are they type of organization that signs big FA. That's how they have found basically all the talent you talked about.

I see what You're saying...but Ottawa went from a HOF QB to a guy who proved he could play in the CFL, with one of the best recieving groups the CFL has ever seen, and an Oline that had one of the Best LT helping to protect. They no longer have any of that. I think it will be a race to the bottom for every east team outside of Hamilton.

Didn't stand out? He was one of CGY best rec down the stretch.

Ottawa??

uhhh...they re-signed Hurl.

I don't think it's replacing him that's people are against. IF they find someone better perfect. You're making it sound like Thompkins has no business playing pro ball. Only speaking to his numbers as if that's the end all be all to show his talents. You're right, he didn't put up big numbers as our #4 option. Guess what, our #1 option didn't either. The only thing Thompkins could do was catch the ball when it was thrown his way. He did. Damn near every time. He was also a fantastic blocking for the leagues #1 rusher. I'm not opposed to replacing him. I'm opposed to shitting on a guy for doing his job as a #4 option.

It'll be interesting to see how he does with no Micah

I wouldn't mind it, but concussion history is hard to over look now.

Everyone is talking about Lofflers big hits. In 1995 they would have been game changing. In todays game, they aren't. In fact that hit on Manny (while one of my favorite of all time) ended up costing the Bombers big time. Big hits are not needed or (in terms of player safety and game planning) wanted anymore. I'd rather have someone who can break a pass up or pick it off then lay a big hit. Keep in mind, I love hard nose big hitting football. But the game has changed.\ I'm willing to see what Jones/Hecht can do out there. Looking back, Jones was often highly spoke of by his coaches and made plays when given the opportunity. Will be interesting to see if he can get back to that form. Hecht filled in nicely a few times last season. But I don't see him as the future for the that position.

I'm honestly not convinced Davis can't start in the CFL. He has shown a lot of flashes. Just needs the right fit. is it Ottawa? Likely not.

Walker Matthews still available. Somoni Lawerence still out there? Not that I want him, but thought he'd be scooped by now.