The CFL 2011

 

The Argos/Ti-Cats was a really good game. Both Qbs executed and you're right, Lemon had a great game. Again, it was the last minute of the first half that killed Argos. Prefontaine(sp) missed a relatively short FG and the Bombers nailed a 50+ yarder. A 6 point turnaround and they lost by 5.

 

The Lions came out on thier first drive and shredded the Bombers D with great play calls and put up a TD. After that...it was all Bombers. Lions fumbled and bumbled about for the rest of the game. Jarius Jackson came in for Lulay and didn't do much.

 

The Bombers have a good team but I can't seem them knocking off the Als but it's nice to see someone other than Montreal be in first place in the east.

 

I'm pretty sure the rule you mentioned is different in the NFL IIRC. In the NFL I think a team has to have possession with the ball going out of bounds after a fumble or the last team to have possession of the ball, not the last team to touch the ball before going out of bounds is awarded the ball. Does that make sence? I could be wrong on that rule.

 

Only 3 weeks 'til the reg NFL season gets under way and then, just around the corner, hockey!

A win is a win. Rider nation will be screaming for the head of the coach now.

 

Just looked at the schedule and see it's a bye week for four teams. The Lions/Eskies tonight. I think it could either way. Both teams aren't playing well. The last playoff spot is still wide open between the Argos, Lions and Riders.

 

Dan, have you've ever been to a Argos game? Or for that matter a Jays' game?

 

 

The Skydome must be quite a place.

 

Ever been to a Leaf's game? Doesn't one have to be very wealthy and have the 'connections' to get tickets?

 

Myself. I've never been to a Lions game. For that matter, I've never been in B.C. Place. Never been down to a Seahawks game or to see a Mariner's play even though back in my 20's my girlfriend's parents lived in Seattle and we did go down there numerous times. Also, a lot my friends way back did see alot of concerts in the old Kingdome. One day I will get over to see a Lions game. One disadvantage, and the only disadvantage that I see living on Vancouver Island is the ferry. Expensive, takes about 4-5 hours out one's travel schedule and the last sailing is at 9:00pm. A big hassle.

 

Did see the Vancouver Whitecaps play a couple times back in the NASL days at old Empire Stadium. Did see a game in 1979, the year they won the Soccer Bowl. BTW, I see both our soccer teams aren't doing well.

 

Been to many Canucks games though I haven't seen a game in GM Place (Rogers Arena). I was fortunate enough to see Gretzky play a few times. Mario Lemieux once. Eric Lindros, Steve Yzerman, Patrick Roy and others. Going way back here now, our Rep team went to a game against the Blackhawks as Bobby Orr was traded to them the season before buy wasn't playing due to his knees and was in the HNIC broadcast site and we all got autographs from him between a period. Still remember that like it was yesterday. We were all thrilled. IIRC, we would of been 12 years old.

 

Anyways, I plan on taking in a game or two of our new junior team, the Royals.

 

Ya, you're right. Two excellent games last weekend though. A double reverse flea-flicker was completed by the Bombers against the Ti-cats as I can't remember the last time I've seen that play go for a completion.

 

Watch out for the Stampeders. My picks this weekend: of course the Lions over the Argos by 3. I'm taking the Riders to upset the Bombers. I think the Als will get back on the winning track against the Ti-Cats. The Stamps will shred the Eskies.

 

NFL starts this Thursday night. I'm also starting to get the itch for hockey...even after the long road of the playoffs.

 

I think Braley owned the Ti-Cats at one time too. He's been one of the biggest supporters of the league and the league might not be around if it wasn't for him. I've seen a couple of interviews with him over the years. A genuine, real nice guy.

 

I think Chad Owens was the only player that showed up for the Argos. Bell was brutal. I think you could be right with Gyles coming back. He had excellent numbers in Winnipeg last year when Buck Pierce was hurt.

 

Since I've removed the Lion's logo from my avatar they have won 3 of 4. I might change my Seahawks avatar now.