October 6, 2015: Ottawa RedBlacks vs. Toronto Argonauts

[T-Bone]

vs.

Week 16
Tuesday, October 6, 2015 at 7:30pm EDT.
TD Place Stadium. Ottawa, ON.

TV: TSN1/3/4
Video Webcast: TSN Go - ESPN3
Radio: OTT: TSN 1200 - TOR: TSN 1050
Audio Webcast: OTT: Here - TOR: Here
Satellite Radio: SiriusXM

Depth Charts: OTT: Here - TOR: Here

Game Preview: Here

Post-Game Update:

Game Highlights

Game Recap

Final Score: 35-38

[1971GreyCup]

"The RedBlacks added four players -- linebackers Jonathan Beaulieu-Richard (Montreal) and Nick Rosamonda (North Greeville), wide receiver Reggie Dunn (Utah) and offensive lineman Simon Legare -- to their practice roster on Monday."
Toronto Sun, 29 September 2015

In an effort to improve Special Teams, the RedBlacks have brought in some players. I note former Argos Nick Rosamonda LB. He can play!

[AngeloV]

"The RedBlacks added four players -- linebackers Jonathan Beaulieu-Richard (Montreal) and Nick Rosamonda (North Greeville), wide receiver Reggie Dunn (Utah) and offensive lineman Simon Legare -- to their practice roster on Monday."
Toronto Sun, 29 September 2015

In an effort to improve Special Teams, the RedBlacks have brought in some players. I note former Argos Nick Rosamonda LB. He can play!

Definitely can play, and is a beast on ST's. I think he was cut because he didn't seem to keen on backing up Greenwood this year, and voiced his displeasure.

[1argoholic]

We should beat a tired Ottawa team.

[Will]

IIRC, Milanovich mentioned that he wasn't willing to do some things that we wanted him to do.

I do like our chances in this game with Ottawa having to go at it on Thursday.

[gilthethrill]

IIRC, Milanovich mentioned that he wasn't willing to do some things that we wanted him to do.

I do like our chances in this game with Ottawa having to go at it on Thursday.

I recall Milanovich stating that exact same thing.

[Wobbler]

This video is poorly edited, but Milanovich seems to be saying that Isaac(?) may be back this week and Isaiah(?!)(Green) has a shot to be back this week.

[jerrym]

It's good to see that Hazelton claims to have learned his lesson and hopefully it turns out to be true against Ottawa and into the future. I've argued for quite some time that the Argos needed to set this kind of example to get some onfield discipline.

The fact the Argos would escape Ottawa with a win softened the blow to Hazelton's pride, but he'll be back next Tuesday night when the Double Blue once again play the RedBlacks on the road, even though the visiting Argos will be officially cast as the home team.
It's a joke how the Argos have been forced to endure such a brutal schedule, an embarrassment that calls into question so many issues, beginning, as it often does, with David Braley's one and only intent to minimize his losses -- but playing a divisional opponent for the second time on its home turf in what looms as yet another big game for the Argos is beyond comical.
Such has been the team's lot this season as "home'' games in Hamilton now loom with the Jays set to play host to post-season baseball for the first time in 1993.
Hazelton's lot took a turn when he was unable to channel his energy and emotions in a more positive way, his reputation taking a hit when the Argos essentially benched him.
"It sucked," said Hazelton, neatly encapsulating his emotions when asked about his feelings following his benching.
"I learned my lesson and hopefully it won't happen again."
Hazelton plays on the edge, at times crossing the line by taking very foolish penalties when his emotions get the better of him.

http://www.torontosun.com/2015/10/01...he-was-benched

[jerrym]

Harris is looking to dominate Ottawa. That's fine with me as long as he doesn't claim he will walk on water, a la Cahill, in doing so.

http://www.argonauts.ca/video/index/id/117227

[argotom]

Winning two games back to back is tough against the same team, especially both games in their stadium which has never happened before.
On top of which Henry is having a MOP season and is sizzling hot with a record 45 completions and almost unheard of 504 passing yards.
Hopefully the quick turnover and a tired RB team will help us.

[Stevoman]

Hopefully Henry used up all of those completions the other night and plays awful against the Argos.

[jerrym]

The Hamilton loss to Calgary leaves the Argos one game behind Hamilton for first place, but the Argos have a game in hand, making the possibility of passing the Tiger Cats a little higher. A win against Ottawa would give them a tie in points with Hamilton. Nevertheless, the Argos would have to still win one more game than Hamilton to win first place as the Cats hold the series advantage.

[jerrym]

With Burris setting a CFL record of 45 completions for 504 yards against Montreal this week, the Argo pass defence better be ready to perform at the same level it did in the last RedBlack game, or it could be a long game for the Argos.

http://www.cfl.ca/article/dominant-d...cks-topple-als

[AngeloV]

Don't think Burris will have nearly as good a performance on Tuesday.

Montreal's D is pretty banged up. When Hefney went down early, it meant 3 prominent members of their starting secondary were out along with Jerald Brown and Mitchell White. Also missing their starting and 2nd string middle linebackers Woods and Elsworth. That team is in serious trouble...even with the Henoc Muamba signing.

Also think the revolving door at coach is starting to affect them. Popp constantly coming back is likely wearing thin on the team. I'm sure that letting go Higgins, being a players coach, also had a negative affect.

[1971GreyCup]

Team looked very strong in practise today. I think Spencer and Hazelton will dress. Trevor H looked very good as well! I expect the O-Line to play well on both the run and pass.

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[ArgoRavi]

Team looked very strong in practise today. I think Spencer and Hazelton will dress. Trevor H looked very good as well! I expect the O-Line to play well on both the run and pass.

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Michael Palardy's release allows them to use an International spot on Hazelton so I do think we will see both Spencer and Vidal in the lineup on Tuesday.

[gilthethrill]

Michael Palardy's release allows them to use an International spot on Hazelton so I do think we will see both Spencer and Vidal in the lineup on Tuesday.

Frank Z reports Curtis Steele will make his 2015 debut...at the expense of Chad Kackert.

[Wobbler]

Frank Z reports Curtis Steele will make his 2015 debut...at the expense of Chad Kackert.

(Link to the article in question)

That's nice to hear. I was just starting to wonder if Steele would play this year, but if he picked up a second injury while recovering from his knee issue it would explain his extended absence. I would definitely start him over Kackert now that he can go.

Obviously it is also great to read that Ray is getting noticeably better.

[argotom]

Michael Palardy's release allows them to use an International spot on Hazelton so I do think we will see both Spencer and Vidal in the lineup on Tuesday.

I know the team is playing the ratio game, but the signing of National punter Alix is questionable.
He was inconsistent at best with the RB, that's why they released him.
Palardy did a decent job on his punting and from memory had good hang time and there were no shanks.

[paulwoods13]

I know the team is playing the ratio game, but the signing of National punter Alix is questionable.
He was inconsistent at best with the RB, that's why they released him.
Palardy did a decent job on his punting and from memory had good hang time and there were no shanks.

I agree with all of that, but IMO an import kicker is a luxury that works only if he does all three jobs. By dressing Alix we can get both Hazelton and Spencer into the lineup. I'm good with that, but sure hope Alix punts close to as well as MPalardy did last week.