WildPath

Wasn't there rumours that Westerman may be able to make it back in the playoffs? Although apparently he had surgery? Maybe I shouldn't bring the subject up, I'll be put on the CSIS watchlist for questioning this state secret.

We do quite a lot of rotation along the line. Many times in passing situations we have at least 3 ends playing, maybe even 4, but don't quote me on that. I'm still expecting and hoping Corney develops into a solid starting end himself.

Going to the game with friends. First Bomber game at the new stadium (went to a Rifles game before). Haven't watched a live game since I moved away after "their final season" at the old stadium. Taking a bunch of friends who have never been to a Bomber game period, so hope they put on a good show and convert some of them.

Missed the game last night, anywhere I can watch it online?

No, Hurl will be filling a different gap

Only if you're a Canadian MLB....

I like JFG, probably more than Coates, but love the message being sent that working hard at practice can get you a starting spot. Don't think Coates has looked out of place this year. JFG has done a good job too, but this might also rest him or cause him to step up his game when he's back in.

Thanks for the clarification. This makes more sense to me then. I thought the taxi squad applied to home games as well.

But they don't have to declare who those 2 are until later, correct? I'm just saying there's still a chance another lineman goes down in that time. I'd hate to see one of Bond or Hardrick pressed into service when they're not healthy. Or Thomas or whoever would pinch in.

I'd rather just have to option to play someone instead of a guy who is injured. Just wouldn't want another lineman to go down without a healthy option to replace. If the deal is to get those guys their cheque, then can't we put one on the 1-game IR? Plus Spooner showed loyalty by staying with us earlier in the year, be nice to get him a game cheque too.

It has to be 2 americans? That doesn't make sense to me. If Spooner goes in directly to replace Bond, then I'm not sure why his nationality would count against him.

If they are sure Bond and Hardrick are out, why wouldn't they take them off the roster and add Spooner or something? Wouldn't he be able to play if something happens between now and game time to one of our other linemen?

I disagree. I'd love to see someone take over for Hurl for a game. He's being defended as doing a good job of filling his role, but if someone else comes in for a game and can make a difference we know that its bullshit.

Nice to see Thomas Miles making an impact on 2 plays today. Stuffing that TD was nice. Briggs seems to go on for Hurl on passing downs a lot, but maybe Miles could start spelling Hurl more often.

Moe's my favourite player on the team. Both on field and off field reasons for that. I've argued that he's the best linebacker in the league, maybe even best defensive player. He doesn't just come up with big plays stats wise, he's just very good at everything. Makes important tackles, covers well and of course the flashy stats above, usually at key times. He's about as clutch as they come and an incredibly classy guy as well. For those who haven't heard it, listen to his interview on CFL:60 from Sept. 19. He used to be homeless, now lives in Winnipeg year round and volunteers his time frequently.

That one move near the start of the video where he's running into a pack of guys and spins out and finds space has Charles Roberts written all over it. Gotta see if he can disappear into a pile of lineman and then see him squirt out the other side magically.

But many o-lineman can...

I'd sure like to see Normand being used a bit more. Especially as it gets colder and we could use a hammer to nail some opposition linebackers. Who knows, maybe if he shows something other teams will have to respect the chance he could run when on the field in the playoffs. Plus Harris getting hit less in these last games which aren't crucial would be good. I think its time to try a few different weapons out, alter the playbook a touch so teams won't know what's coming for the playoffs.

Looks like they were trying to stick with the ratio. Maybe that's why Ekakatie won over Johnson?

And cement Sask in the playoffs unfortunately.....

Seems like you're really hitting your stride with these now. Well done! Anyone know what happened with Bond and the BC player? Seems like he was penalized for something he said as Bond was walking off.

Seemed to me that BC was taking a lot of liberties with us in the game. More than just playing with an edge, definitely some dirtiness there. Wonder what's going to happen when we meet them again.

I was hoping someone was jumping the gun with the thread title....

True. But that doesn't mean they are worse than Hurl. Passport and O'Shea's stubbornness also come into play. We've seen a few times with O'Shea where everybody else can see a change is necessary (Willy, Kuale) and when he finally makes the change the team does much better. I don't know if this is the case, but its not always the best or most effective players on the field.

I believe I remember hearing an interview with Santos-Knox that he used to play MLB in university. In addition to safety as well. Can't remember the source, but I believe it was in a CFL:60 interview.