Third Down Gamble

Toronto Argonauts win Grey Cup 111, have yet to lose a Grey Cup with Michael Clemons working for the franchise.  Nick Arbuckle was the game's MOP, but what about Wynton McManis or Willie Jefferson?  Blue Bombers' quarterback Zach Collaros' pointer-finger injury seems to have turned the tide in the Argos' favour, why did Winnipeg not have a capable backup?  Lions shake-up their front office, promoting Ryan Rigmaiden Elks bring back Ed Hervey as their General Manager, Head Coach Rick Campbell is let go, meanwhile the Elks bring back Ed Hervey as their General Manager, what does that mean for each coaching staff?  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded November 20, 2024)

Toronto quarterback Chad Kelly fractures his tibia in Montreal, but the Argonauts prevail in an amazing game.  Winnipeg easily defeats the Roughriders, what lessons are there for Saskatchewan Head Coach Corey Mace?  Barron Miles is out as Defensive Coordinator in Ottawa, who might replace him?  Winnipeg, facing legacy questions, is heavily-favoured in the Grey Cup.  Can Toronto's quarterback Nick Arbuckle create a different story?  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; recorded November 13, 2024)

BC Lions quarterbacking situation, where will Adams Jr. and Rourke be in 2025?  Will Rick Campbell be Lions' Head Coach in 2025?  Elks may interview up to nine candiates for General Manager.  Toronto's offence flexed against Ottawa; can the Argos do it in Montreal?  Is Winnipeg susceptible to an upset on Saturday?  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; recorded November 6. 2024)

CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie announces he is stepping down, what will be his legacy?  Edmonton Elks hire Chris Morris (U Sport's Alberta Golden Bears Head Coach, former Edmonton offensive lineman) as their new President and CEO.  Dave Dickenson keeps his jobs in Calgary; three other coaches do not.  Did the weather put Winnipeg into first place in the West?  Two CFL Playoffs Semi-finals on Saturday, can the home teams sweep?  Special Guest Andrew Hoskins of the Thurf District Podcast joins the show.  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; episode recorded October 30, 2024).

Hamilton quarteback Bo Levi Mitchell makes another case for MOP consideration.  Has the quarterbacking situation in BC eased with the play of Vernon Admas Jr. versus Montreal?  Ottawa almost, oh almost, pulls off the biggest comeback in CFL history.  Will Montreal put up a fight against Winnipeg on Saturday?  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; recorded October 22, 2024).

Two races for home playoff spots remain as CFL Week 20 approaches.  What is happening to the BC Lions, and is their trouble at quarterback?  Can Ottawa cut down on their penalties and find a way to finish second? (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; recorded October 15, 2022)

No team from Alberta will be in the 2024 CFL playoffs, first time in the modern era.  McLeod Bethel-Thompson is upset about how far the Command Centre went to get the correct call in Edmonton's game versus Saskatchewan.  Hamilton still has a chance to make the playoffs in the East, but they'll need help. (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; recorded October 8, 2024).

Roughriders' Deontai Williams hit on Kalil Pimpleton, what will the CFL do as a follow up to Williams ejection?  Elks, Stampeders have long roads ahead trying to make the playoffs. Tiger-Cats are in the mix in both Eastern and Western Conferences, but their run may have come too late. (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; recorded October 1, 2024).

Rogers wants to take control of MLSE.  The Tiger-Cats are making noise that they want to be in the playoffs.  First Nations artists have their work displayed as all remaining teams will wear their helmet-decal creations this season.  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded September 24, 2024).

Did BC's Head Coach Rick Campbell create a problem by switching quarterbacks when he did versus Toronto?  Saskatchewan's Miles Brown gets hit with another fine, is the CFL ready to suspend upon further offence?  What does a tie create so much discourse... they do have them in the NFL.  (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded September 17, 2024)