Blue Bombers 2022 Season Thread - Stunning Loss. Dynasty Interrupted. 2023 awaits.

[Holden Caulfield]

How big of talent difference between the two?
Edit: just read the article, he sounds pretty damn close!
I have never been so into a cfl off season before.

Between which two? Ellingson to Lawler? Its a fairly significant drop off. Of we compare CFL WR rankings to NHLers its like Connor McDavid to Joe Pavelski. In their prime elite WR to aging but still appears good for now star. But much more affordable and will give Bombers more options going forward.

 

[kylbaz]

Between which two? Ellingson to Lawler? Its a fairly significant drop off. Of we compare CFL WR rankings to NHLers its like Connor McDavid to Joe Pavelski. In their prime elite WR to aging but still appears good for now star. But much more affordable and will give Bombers more options going forward.

Ah damn. Thought they were closer lol

 

[kylbaz]

Adams to Ottawa

 

[WolfHouse]

I like the Ellingson signing... that team was a mess and he still hit 600+ yards in ten games. He still should be a guy that will get open and also open up lanes for our other guys.

 

[WolfHouse]

Adams to Ottawa

That's too bad...

 

[Holden Caulfield]

Ah damn. Thought they were closer lol

I could be wrong, football is way more system based. But 33 is very old for WR. Most fall off a cliff at 32/33. And I've always been kinda meh on Ellingson back to his OTT days. Like hes good, just never a superstar to me. It was hard to judge anything in that disaster in EDM last year though, so maybe a change of scenery will get another good year out of him.

Adams leaving was always going to happen. Just not a fit going forward. Loved his time here though and he definately deserves tons of credit for the rebuild, high character player and in his prime extremely skilled. Will be missed, but had to happen.

 

[snowkiddin]

Kyle Walters essentially confirmed in his morning press conference that Harris won't be back. Writing was on the wall but it's all but official now.

Also, looks like McGuire might be retiring so we could be looking for another backup QB.

 

[bustamente]

Darby and Jones from the D both gone, we got some holes to fill

 

[ps241]

Even as a very casual CFL fan Harris was one of the most impactful running backs I have ever watched on a team that I follow. He was a relentless competitor that set the tone for the team. I don't think I have ever seen a guy that approached each touch like he needed that last foot to keep his children alive. That inner drive he had was something I don't think I have seen before.

Andrew Harris is a Bomber legend right at the top with the best ever. He a was foundational piece in adding a new chapter of glory to the franchises storied history.

 

[Holden Caulfield]

Darby and Jones from the D both gone, we got some holes to fill

Not really. Sayles replaces Richardson. Maston retakes spot from Darby. Jones was a backup. Only spot left to fill is Alford's corner spot. Probably be a rookie.

 

[bustamente]

Not really. Sayles replaces Richardson. Maston retakes spot from Darby. Jones was a backup. Only spot left to fill is Alford's corner spot. Probably be a rookie.

Don’t forget about Alexander who they have to re sign and will be out for a while unless they plan on going with Hallett

 

[snowkiddin]

Don’t forget about Alexander who they have to re sign and will be out for a while unless they plan on going with Hallett

I'm fairly certain the plan is to start the season with Hallett. Alexander will be back.

 

[Holden Caulfield]

Don’t forget about Alexander who they have to re sign and will be out for a while unless they plan on going with Hallett

Halletts will start at S first half, Alexander takes over in 2nd half. Walters said hed back.

 

[scelaton]

I like the Ellingson signing... that team was a mess and he still hit 600+ yards in ten games. He still should be a guy that will get open and also open up lanes for our other guys.

Agree. His numbers last year weren't that far away from his career average on a per game basis...and he has had an excellent CFL career.

 

[None]

Jeff Hamilton's article might not have been too far off of player sentiment re: not making Harris a priority.

That's mildly concerning I guess.

 

[SUX2BU]

Kyle Walters essentially confirmed in his morning press conference that Harris won't be back. Writing was on the wall but it's all but official now.

Also, looks like McGuire might be retiring so we could be looking for another backup QB.

Time to solidify this position with a capable backup and a future starter.

Collaros isn't going to be here forever .....

 

[slurpee addict]

I'm happy with Ellingson - he's a better fit at the moment than Adams. Wish Adams all the best - was a good player and person for us. Lawler will be a tough hole to fill, but I have no doubt there are going to be many applicants from south of the border.

I feel bad for Harris, but... a good GM has to make tough decisions sometimes. We probably can't afford him and probably Walters crunched the numbers and there wasn't any way to make it happen. I hope Harris catches on somewhere for the money he wants. he's too good a person not to wish for positive things. I can see him coming back in the future as a RB coach or something else.

I have no issue with Willie and others wanting Harris back and making it public. TBH I'd be concerned if they didn't do that. It's the kind of team thing that made them successful.

 

[snowkiddin]

Time to solidify this position with a capable backup and a future starter.

Collaros isn't going to be here forever .....

We've had a terrible time finding talent at the QB position for three decades now. Hopefully things have changed.

 

[Holden Caulfield]

Still hoping REC/RET Janarion Grant and DE Thiadric Hansen sign today back with Bombers. Last two Im hoping we can re-sign that arent get any attention yet that I've seen.

 

[WolfHouse]

Still hoping REC/RET Janarion Grant and DE Thiadric Hansen sign today back with Bombers. Last two Im hoping we can re-sign that arent get any attention yet that I've seen.

Has Frankie Williams signed anywhere yet?

 

[Holden Caulfield]

Has Frankie Williams signed anywhere yet?

I dont think hes even gotten up from this hit yet...


Seriously though, not a name Ive seen to date. Potential target I guess as backup DB and backup KR, but as a KR alone Id rather a rookie than Williams, hes mediocre imo.

 

[gojetsgo]

 

[WolfHouse]

That sucks.

 

[jetsforever]

Really surprising, wonder why we couldn't make it work
He's a legend either way though and it was great to have a run with him

Adams too was a great guy for us - sad to see the two of them go

 

[snowkiddin]

Sad it had to end this way. Thanks for everything, Andrew.

I'm more than confident we made the correct decision to move on though. Sentimental reasons aside, it's the smart decision. And at least we still have one Winnipegger at the running back position