Placed on the 55

Placed on the 55

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Placed on the 55 episodes

  • 111th Grey Cup : Placed on the 55 Podcast

    Here we are at the end of the 2024 CFL season and that means one thing,

    It is time for the 111th Grey Cup!

    This week Jon and Jess give you their final pick for the CFL on who they believe will hoist the cup at the end of the day on Sunday November 17. One of us will be there in person to witness the champions.

    Who is your pick? Listen to see if we agree - or maybe - we change your mind..

    9 min
  • CFL Playoff Predictions : Placed on the 55 Podcast

    In this playoff edition of the Placed on the 55 podcast, Jon and Jess dive into the upcoming CFL playoff games. They discuss the surprising outcomes of the regular season, including BC's unexpected ranking and Montreal's weak finish despite an early lock on first place. The hosts share their predictions for the semifinals. They also speculate on the potential impacts of teams having momentum and debate the possible outcomes of the Eastern and Western finals.


    00:00 Introduction and Playoff Excitement

    00:38 Regular Season Recap and Surprises

    01:26 Momentum and Bye Week Concerns

    02:19 Weekly Records and Predictions

    03:25 Eastern Semifinals Preview

    04:50 Western Semifinals Preview

    07:13 Closing Thoughts 

    8 min
  • CFL Week 21 Predictions | Placed on the 55

    Jon and Jess dive into the outcomes of each game from Week 20 of the CFL, highlighting impressive performances, especially from Vernon Adams. Jess and Jon also predict the outcomes for the final games of Week 21, touching on the challenges of betting on late-season matches. They provide insights into each team's performance and prospects for Hamilton at Ottawa, Toronto at Edmonton, Winnipeg vs. Montreal, and Calgary at Saskatchewan.

    00:00 Welcome and Week 21 Overview

    00:12 Vernon Adams' Impressive Performance

    00:53 BC Lions' Playoff Prospects

    01:43 Season Wrap-Up and Betting Insights

    02:25 Game Predictions: Hamilton vs Ottawa

    03:46 Game Predictions: Toronto vs Edmonton

    04:10 Game Predictions: Winnipeg vs Montreal

    04:32 The Stakes of the Game04:56 Winnipeg vs. Montreal Predictions

    05:12 Montreal's Goofy End Zone

    06:36 Calgary vs. Saskatchewan Preview

    07:30 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

    8 min
  • Placed on the 55 Podcast : Our picks for Week 20

    In this episode of 'Placed on the 55,' Jon and Jess recap the outcomes of CFL's week 19 games, highlighting the poor performance of the B.C. Lions and Jess's underwhelming 1-3 record, contrasted with Jon’s perfect 4-0 week. 

    They debate the surprises from week 19, including the Lions' and discuss the futures of coaches like Rick Campbell and Dave Dickinson. The episode covers the significance of players like Vernon Adams and Bo Levi Mitchell and their impact this week. 

    For week 20, they make predictions, analyze upcoming matchups including Calgary vs. Hamilton, Ottawa vs. Toronto, and Montreal vs. BC, and discuss playoff implications. Additionally, they address the controversy surrounding the Most Outstanding Player award and vent frustrations about CTV’s scheduling decisions affecting CFL broadcasts.00:00

    Introduction and Week 19 Recap

    02:00 BC Lions' Struggles and Quarterback Decisions

    03:26 Coaching Changes and Playoff Preparations

    04:58 Hamilton's Season and Player Highlights

    05:54 Preview of Week 20 Games

    06:18 Betting on the Stamps and Dickinson

    06:35 Bo Levi's MOP Candidacy

    07:35 CTV's Scheduling Blunder

    09:05 Ottawa vs. Toronto Predictions

    09:46 Montreal vs. BC Analysis

    12:18 Week 20 Predictions Wrap-Up

    13:05 Bonus: Song, "All in the CFL”

    15 min
  • Placed on the 55 Podcast : Our picks for CFL Week 19
    Send us a textIn this episode, Jon and Jess review their performance from the previous week's CFL games, with Jon going 2-1 and Jess 1-2, as they discuss key matches and results. They analyze team performances, including the strong showing by Winnipeg and the ongoing quarterback dilemma in BC, focusing on Nathan's and VA's statistics. Jon and Jess offer predictions for week 19, evaluating the implications for teams like Toronto, Hamilton, BC, Saskatchewan and Ottawa. The discussion highl...
    13 min
  • Placed on the 55 Podcast : Our picks for Week 18
    Send us a textYou asked for it and we deliver! Only the picks for week 18. Listen to this condensed version of our full podcast and hear which teams Jon and Jess are putting their bets on in this; the 18th week of the #CFL regular season#CFLpicks #CFLpredictions #CFLpodcastFollow us on YouTube
    5 min
  • Placed on the 55 Podcast : CFL Week 18 rundown
    Send us a textIn this episode of Placed on the 55, Jon and Jess dive into the CFL's week 17 results and discuss the implications for week 18. They analyze Hamilton's stunning comeback led by Bo Levi Mitchell, which enhanced their crossover odds and Bo's MOP chances. The duo debates the playoff scenarios for the East and West divisions, with a focus on Hamilton's potential crossover and BC Lions' struggles. They review pivotal games and player performances. With only a handful of wee...
    17 min
  • Placed on the 55 Podcast : Our picks for CFL week 17
    Send us a textIn this episode of 'Placed on the 55', we dive into an exciting week of CFL action as the Hamilton Tiger-Cats keep their playoff hopes alive with a thrilling walk-off field goal against Toronto to end week 16. Hosts Jon and Jess review their betting picks from Week 16 and share fresh insights and predictions for the upcoming Week 17 matchups. Discussions include the potential playoff scenarios for Calgary, Toronto's unpredictable form, and Edmonton's surprising run for 3rd ...
    21 min
  • Placed on the 55 Podcast : Our picks for CFL Week 16
    Send us a textIn this episode of 'Placed on the 55 with Jon and Jess,’ they recap the outcomes of the Week 15 games in the CFL. Jon and Jess discuss their mixed betting results. They dive into the performances of the Lions' quarterbacks, the impact of injuries, and key moments from the games, including Hamilton's unexpected win against Ottawa and Calgary's tie with Montreal. As they look ahead to Week 16, the hosts share their predictions for upcoming matchups, including Hamilton vs. Tor...
    17 min
  • Placed on the 55 Podcast : Our picks for CFL Week 15
    Send us a textIn this episode of 'Placed on the 55,' hosts Jon and Jess recap the outcomes of CFL Week 14, including the BC Lions' impressive win over Montreal. They discuss their current standings, with Jon at 30-26 and Jess at 26-30. The hosts also dive into the upcoming games for Week 15, predicting victories for BC over Toronto, Montreal over Calgary, and differing on the Ottawa vs. Hamilton matchup. Additionally, they express frustration over a triple-header broadcast hiccup and eve...
    9 min

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