The Waggle

Donnovan and Davis are joined by Dejon Brissett, 2nd overall pick for the Toronto Argonauts in the 2020 CFL draft, and his brother Oshae of the Toronto Raptors. 

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

3:00 How much did playing at home factor into career choices?

5:37 Sibling rivalry throughout childhood

7:00 Where Dejon fits on the Argos

10:41 Training during COVID-19

14:52 Running routes with mom

19:43 Reflecting on each other's success

23:49 Mt Rushmore of Mississauga Athletics

25:07 What are you watching right now?

The guys are joined by TSN analyst and Canadian draft guru Duane Forde to discuss and dissect the 2020 CFL draft. Davis and Duane share some behind the scenes insight on the TSN broadcast coverage while Donnovan gets an unexpected answer when he asks what Duane is binge-watching these days.

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

4:23 Quick look ahead to prospects coming down the pipeline

9:48 Effect of cancelled combine on the draft

13:45 Roster fluidity and player retention

19:04 Recruiting homegrown talent

24:01 Davis and Duane discuss the TSN panel coverage

33:20 Duane's sleeper pick of the draft

37:33 Who was Duane surprised to see go undrafted?

45:26 Canadian quarterbacks

50:09 Comparing Nathan Rourke and Michael O'Connor

57:13 What is Duane binge-watching currently?

As we get set for the CFL Draft on Thursday night (8pm ET) we talk to the man in charge of the Grey Cup champions draft - Winnipeg Blue Bombers GM Kyle Walters.

Donnovan chats with Oakville, Ontario native Nathan Rourke, a three-year starting quarterback for the Ohio Bobcats and an intriguing prospect in the 2020 CFL draft. 

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

2:17 Welcome Nathan Rourke

3:07 Bracing for the draft during COVID-19

6:22 Playing QB in American vs. Canadian game

11:02 Adjusting to different responsibilities in college system

12:41 Potential for a Taysom Hill style role in the NFL

13:24 Role models, why wear #12?

16:48 On not being invited to the NFL combine

18:17 Training and fitness during COVID-19

19:54 Message to Canadian fans and supporters

In this edition of the Waggle, Donnovan catches up with Armanti Edwards who was signed by the Edmonton Eskimos this month after a stint in the XFL. Hear what led to the move down south and why Edmonton was an easy choice upon returning to the Canadian game.

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

2:25 Deciding on Edmonton

3:54 Handling a strange off-season

6:57 Free agency, leaving for the XFL

11:05 Joining the Esks receiving corps

The boys are joined by former Calgary Stampeder linebacker Alex Singleton, who waited patiently for his shot in the NFL and was finally rewarded when he was promoted to the active roster of the Philadelphia Eagles during the 2019 season. Alex reflects back fondly on his time in Canada and gives his thoughts on his former quarterback's status among the CFL's all-time greatest gunslingers.

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

1:41 Armanti Edwards signs with Edmonton

4:07 Potential effects of the XFL folding

8:45 Lirim Hajrullahu headed to the NFL

12:17 Checking in with Alex Singleton

21:50 Which former teammates of yours belong in the NFL?

24:18 First hand observations on talent difference between NFL and CFL

28:39 Getting waived after preseason, almost coming back to Calgary for Labour Day 

37:51 Thoughts on Bo Levi Mitchell

46:19 Virtual workouts with Special Olympics Calgary

47:29 Alex's latest binge-watch picks

Davis returns with news of his happy and healthy second child while Marshall Ferguson joins us to explain his toughest assignment to date: formulating a mock draft without a combine. Later, Donnovan stirs up the classic top 5 QBs of all-time debate. Does Bo belong in that conversation? Listen to find out.

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

5:29 Marshall Ferguson on formulating a mock draft with no combine

16:16 How the lack of a combine affects players with injury histories

20:00 Mechanics of a social-distancing draft night

25:17 The territorial pick and Ottawa's options

33:00 Debating the top 5 QBs of all-time

47:44 Will Bo Levi Mitchell enter the top 5 conversation while still playing?

53:10 Binge-watching suggestions

Donnovan chats with Hamilton Tiger-Cats head coach Orlondo Steinauer as he and his staff navigate a unique off-season. 

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

1:40 Coach O; adjusting to COVID-19 situation

2:55 Effects on off-season workflow

4:37 Effects on draft, roster planning

6:26 Evaluating 2019 season

8:04 Silver linings, more family time at home

9:57 Guidance to players for current situation

Donnovan checks in at home with Montreal Alouettes quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. as he juggles a complicated situation with off-season preparations. 

0:00 Welcome to the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

4:06 Interview with Vernon Adams Jr.

5:31 Staying in football shape at home

7:40 Staying connected with fans 

10:14 Reflecting on how the Alouettes rallied around him last season

18:54 Working on composure and self control

21:14 Optimism about new ownership and management

22:27 Vernon's music playlist

This week on the Waggle, we're joined by Bill Manning, president of the Toronto Argonauts and Toronto Football Club to discuss the uncertain times ahead for MLSE and the rest of the sports world, and his optimism that sport will be there to reunite us when the time is right.

0:00 Welcome the Waggle presented by Sport Clips

5:51 Giving back in a time of need

9:19 Interview with Bill Manning

31:46 Final thoughts for the week