CFL 2024

[K1984]

Wonderful--thanks again for doing this.

A CFL classic and look at that talent on the field for both clubs-- and of course Mr. Instant field position, Tristan Jackson--haha--love it.

Just that clip reminded me how much I absolutely hated Nick Lewis.

He was a dink, but I think I mostly hated how he was the rare breed of fat, but still able to move. When he caught the ball in motion you could pretty much bank on an additional 10+ YAC yards every time.

 

[bellagiobob]

On the topic of Tristan Jackson, there was one game here against Calgary where he lit it up.

Eskimos needed a TD with basically no time left, Jackson hits a massive return, then Ray hits Fred Stamps in the end zone for a walk off TD on the next play. Was in the stands for it, and I could remember basically knowing that Jackson was going to put us in a position to score with how he was playing that night. Was one of the more fun games I've been to over this 20 year time span we're talking about.

Edit - found the highlights.

What a fantastic game that was. Might have been Ray's longest TD run of his career. I miss those days.

 

[K1984]

What a fantastic game that was. Might have been Ray's longest TD run of his career. I miss those days.

Just seeing multiple players that were actually good, but with the added benefit of being on the team for more than a year or two.

 

[JordanGalhanth]

Just seeing multiple players that were actually good, but with the added benefit of being on the team for more than a year or two.

It's an absolute tragedy that Fred Stamps never got a ring.

But at least Calvin McCarty was on the 2015 team.

 

[guymez]

On the topic of Tristan Jackson, there was one game here against Calgary where he lit it up.

Eskimos needed a TD with basically no time left, Jackson hits a massive return, then Ray hits Fred Stamps in the end zone for a walk off TD on the next play. Was in the stands for it, and I could remember basically knowing that Jackson was going to put us in a position to score with how he was playing that night. Was one of the more fun games I've been to over this 20 year time span we're talking about.

Edit - found the highlights.

My son and I were at that game...he was 9 years old and was just jacked after that win.
Such an exiciting game. So many memorable Eskimos...Ray, Stamps, Jackson.
Really enjoyed hearing Cuthberts call as well.
What an awesome memory.
Thanks for posting that.

 

[Arty Spooners Bsmnt]

Really missing Ford this second half. MBT is back to being a statue.

The clock struck midnight, back to being a pumkin.

 

[Arty Spooners Bsmnt]

Don't really blame MBT on that one. Elks could've won the game like 3 different times if Bede just made the first kick to go down 1 point. Could've set up a walkoff FG perfectly

I can blame MBT he got nothing done in the entire third quarter.

 

[Arty Spooners Bsmnt]

What a fantastic game that was. Might have been Ray's longest TD run of his career. I miss those days.

Did he have a long touchdown run in the BC game where he had something like 135 yards?



Guess not or they would have shown it.

 

[bellagiobob]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1828218123541192860

That is not good.

 

[Sra1974]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1828218123541192860

That is not good.

Yikes. Jarius Jackson at the helm for 6 of those. I’m not sure I see a high quality head coach in him. Don’t get me wrong I’m ecstatic Jones is gone, just not sure JJ is the long term answer. This certainly shows he is gettting killed at half time adjustments.

 

[Valhallis]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1828218123541192860

That is not good.

Woof. That's really bad.

 

[TopShelfGloveSide]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1828218123541192860

That is not good.

What the hell are they talking about at half time.

 

[JordanGalhanth]

What are they talking about at half time.

Wondering where Kavis Reed's bike is.

The diehards should remember that...

But for all of Kavis' faults, Jones 2.0 made Kavis look like Jones 1.0 by comparison.

 

[PositiveCashFlow]

Wondering where Kavis Reed's bike is.

The diehards should remember that...

But for all of Kavis' faults, Jones 2.0 made Kavis look like Jones 1.0 by comparison.

Thanks for reminding me


There has to be consequences now

 

[Darkwinter]

Wondering where Kavis Reed's bike is.

The diehards should remember that...

But for all of Kavis' faults, Jones 2.0 made Kavis look like Jones 1.0 by comparison.

In all the years I have watched the Eskimos I have never seen such a pathetic coach than Jones and I was a fan of them bringing him back

 

[Heavy Dee]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1829217451382644967

They aren't changing the name if they are rolling this out.

 

[bellagiobob]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1816544641363415312

 

[Stoneman89]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1829217451382644967

They aren't changing the name if they are rolling this out.

Might have already been in production and they have no choice but to put them on sale. If a bunch of Elks fans buy them and then they change to Eskimos next year, brilliant marketing move by Thompson. Get both name sales in a short period of time. I happen to be aware of one individual that used to be on here that will probably purchase about a dozen of these for his family and friends.

 

[K1984]

Might have already been in production and they have no choice but to put them on sale. If a bunch of Elks fans buy them and then they change to Eskimos next year, brilliant marketing move by Thompson. Get both name sales in a short period of time. I happen to be aware of one individual that used to be on here that will probably purchase about a dozen of these for his family and friends.

I think every team in the league has a vintage line that looks similar for their vintage jersey nights.

Maas was wearing an Aloutettes version of one of these last weekend.

 

[Stoneman89]

BC signs Mathieu Betts for rest of this season. This could be a problem for the west if both he and Rourke can get it together.

 

[PositiveCashFlow]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1829264090625454433

 

[Stoneman89]

Anyone know what happened to Justin Rankin? Is he hurt? Could have really used him last game - a touchdown machine. Trying to find info on the CFL or Elks site is near impossible.

 

[Stoneman89]

Yes, in the past 2 seasons, once the D started to falter--- it was complete collapse. This year they are more experienced and don't panic as much. If the EE can keep this group together then I believe it will be the best defense in the West come next season.

OMG the EE are cursed wrt free agents. Bede and MBT will not return in 2025. Leake will be back based on the unexpected outcome that he is a fine tailback with lots of speed.

I don't know who the EE can sign that can be a threat to score on a punt or kickoff return. I guess such a player does not exist?? Strange that other teams seem to find them.

They currently have one on their roster. Leake was a scary machine with the Argos, and had a few nice ones here until they converted him to full time RB. I would give him his return position back and have him on selected offensive plays to maximize his value.

 

[MoontoScott]

Anyone know what happened to Justin Rankin? Is he hurt? Could have really used him last game - a touchdown machine. Trying to find info on the CFL or Elks site is near impossible.

I believe he did play last game?

I think every team in the league has a vintage line that looks similar for their vintage jersey nights.

Maas was wearing an Aloutettes version of one of these last weekend.

Those Alouette uniforms looked really sharp. I hope the EE go back to their traditional stuff next season.

 

[brentashton]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1829217451382644967

They aren't changing the name if they are rolling this out.

Getting rid of current stock so you don’t have to hang on to what will be less desirable inventory next season when the team marketing approach changes.

They've already stated that the EE motif is going to be a major part of their marketing going forward, regardless of whether you believe the team name itself is changing.