Noeller Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 Better than in the all-CFL thread..... WINNIPEG, MB – The Winnipeg Blue Bombers today announce the club has signed International offensive lineman Manase Foketi. Foketi (6-6, 310, West Texas A&M, September 18, 1990 in Hesperia, CA) signed as an undrafted free agent with Denver in 2013. He spent part of 2014 with the Buffalo Bills on their practice roster, and was with the Saints through the 2014 preseason. Foketi played collegiate football at West Texas A&M, and attended the Blue Bombers mini-camp in Florida in 2014.
Taynted_Fayth Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 How do pronounce that name like mayonnaise?
SPuDS Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 good to see. glad we are bringing in more amerk oliners.
Noeller Posted March 3, 2016 Author Report Posted March 3, 2016 3 minutes ago, Taynted_Fayth said: How do pronounce that name like mayonnaise? If I was guessing: "Mah-nah-see" Goalie and Logan007 2
Goalie Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 (edited) Manny with an ass In between Mann and the y Edited March 3, 2016 by Goalie
Taynted_Fayth Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 6'6" 310lbs, he's very similar in size to Hardrick (6'6" 320), i can see those guys and Lawrence martin all in competition with each other for that final spot. Even tho the riders weren't too high on Hardrick, i'd have to figure his experience (as little as it was) might give him the edge
Pete Catan's Ghost Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 2 hours ago, Floyd said: Crazy name guy! He's my new favourite bomber. He's no Chijioke Onyenegecha, but the name should still give Suitor fits....so I like him. SPuDS 1
LeBird Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 2 hours ago, Pete Catan's Ghost said: He's no Chijioke Onyenegecha, but the name should still give Suitor fits....so I like him. And the physio should give Black a lump.
mbrg Posted March 3, 2016 Report Posted March 3, 2016 Needs his own cop show immediately. "Foketi!!! The captain wants to see you, now!!!" "Hand over your badge and gun, Foketi!!! You're suspended!!!"
M.O.A.B. Posted March 4, 2016 Report Posted March 4, 2016 Manase Foketi OT West Texas A&M Overview In high school, Foketi lettered for two seasons. In his 2007, after not allowing a single sack, he was named all-league, all-county and all-Southern California. Foketi went to Mt. San Antonio College after his high school days were over. In 2009, he was named a Second Team All-Southern California Football Association offensive lineman. He helped his team earn a combined 15-3 record over Foketi?s two seasons there, including a 13-1 mark and a national championship as a sophomore. Moketi transferred to Kansas State in 2010, and started every game at left tackle for the Wildcats. He helped the Wildcat rushing attack gain 200.0 yards per game, which ranked second in the Big 12, 20th nationally and 11th in school history. Foketi missed most of 2011 with an Achilles heel injury, and took a medical redshirt. He engaged in somewhat a battle with Kansas State after the season, as they denied his transfer request. Eventually, the issue was settled and Moketi ended up at West Texas A&M, where he strong finish to his college career. Analysis Strengths Stout frame with long arms. Good balance, and nice knee bend. Has the agility to move well laterally. Has the strength to control his opponent and ride him out of plays when he gets his hands inside their chest. Aggressive as a run blocker, seeks to knock people over. Weaknesses Limited experience. A bit of a guard/tackle tweener. Feet may not be quick enough to keep him at tackle. Isn't versed in deep pass sets. Maturity is a question after a somewhat hostile exit from Kansas State. NFL Comparison Jermon Bushrod Bottom Line Teams will be split on whether or not Foketi can remain at tackle, but they will be sure to agree on his physical skill set and upside. While his lack of experience will prevent him from going as high as his talent might indicate, he could be a well worthwhile risk late in the draft. http://www.nfl.com/combine/profiles/manase-foketi?id=2540248
kelownabomberfan Posted March 4, 2016 Report Posted March 4, 2016 5 hours ago, Pete Catan's Ghost said: He's no Chijioke Onyenegecha, but the name should still give Suitor fits....so I like him. It took Suitor and Black two years to figure out how to say Lirim Hajrullahu.
wbbfan Posted March 4, 2016 Report Posted March 4, 2016 Looks like he could be a gooder look forward to seeing him in camp. SPuDS 1
bigg jay Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 Bombers add another o-lineman: http://www.bluebombers.com/2016/03/09/bombers-add-offensive-lineman/ Travis Bond, 6'6 329 lbs, a 7th round pick by Minnesota in 2013 with 51 NFL games (29 starts) under his belt. Taynted_Fayth 1
Taynted_Fayth Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 has the best looking resume so far imo between Hardrick, Martin, and Foketi Atomic 1
Taynted_Fayth Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 (edited) The guy was hit by a truck and walked away too! I hope he makes the team just for the Travis (Chuck Norris) Bond jokes http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nfl/vikings/2013/04/27/vikings-north-carolina-offensive-lineman-travis-bond-hit-by-truck/2117771/ Edited March 9, 2016 by Taynted_Fayth
TrueBlue Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 7 minutes ago, bigg jay said: Bombers add another o-lineman: http://www.bluebombers.com/2016/03/09/bombers-add-offensive-lineman/ Travis Bond, 6'6 329 lbs, a 7th round pick by Minnesota in 2013 with 51 NFL games (29 starts) under his belt. That's not accurate. Those games were in his NCAA days, not pro. He played very little in the NFL during his time there and bounced around quite a bit. wbbfan 1
bigg jay Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 Oops, read it too fast. That makes more sense, I was wondering how he had that many games/starts in the NFL when he was only drafted in 2013!
Taynted_Fayth Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 the twits is sayin Bond, Hardrick, Martin, Foketi and daniels all competing for RT, no RG competition?
Mike Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 We might be looking at an import guard, but that will not be this guy. In my opinion anyways ... that's a real CFL tackle frame. I could see Martin and Hardrick getting looks at guard though. Maybe though ... who knows ... I'm really just guessing.
Jpan85 Posted March 9, 2016 Report Posted March 9, 2016 I think they start the year Neufeld Goosen Chung on the inside unless one of the Americans really blows their doors off inside.
Noeller Posted March 9, 2016 Author Report Posted March 9, 2016 2 hours ago, Mike said: We might be looking at an import guard, but that will not be this guy. In my opinion anyways ... that's a real CFL tackle frame. I could see Martin and Hardrick getting looks at guard though. Maybe though ... who knows ... I'm really just guessing. You really need this as a sig line..... Logan007 and Atomic 2
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