Ottawa Redblacks Thread

[AngeloV]

That medical report has been reported in the media. The latest article I saw indicated that they are bringing Masoli back for his dressing room influence, mentoring the younger QBs, and as depth just in case.

Saving on the roster bonus will save them cap space for sure. Roster bonus is counted against the cap, but with a smaller bonus, if they 6 game him once or perhaps twice, there won't be much of a hit against the cap. Smart move on their part.

[paulwoods13]

Saving on the roster bonus will save them cap space for sure. Roster bonus is counted against the cap, but with a smaller bonus, if they 6 game him once or perhaps twice, there won't be much of a hit against the cap. Smart move on their part.

Or three times. It would not surprise me if he is this year's Muamba/Bladek.

[OV Argo]

RedBlacks trade for the rights to Dru Brown; i guess they think he can be the starter; just hope they have real TC competition.

They also signed recent BC cut - receiver Dominque Ryhmes (formerly with Ottawa and pretty good when he's at his best, which is not always); plus re-signed vet receiver B. Addison.

[ArgoRavi]

RedBlacks trade for the rights to Dru Brown; i guess they think he can be the starter; just hope they have real TC competition.

They also signed recent BC cut - receiver Dominque Ryhmes (formerly with Ottawa and pretty good when he's at his best, which is not always); plus re-signed vet receiver B. Addison.

I can't see them just handing Brown the starting job, although I suspect he may have the inside track (assuming that they are able to sign him). I would expect some kind of competition between Brown, Crum and Tyrie Adams (if he's healthy enough to open camp).

[AngeloV]

I can't see them just handing Brown the starting job, although I suspect he may have the inside track (assuming that they are able to sign him). I would expect some kind of competition between Brown, Crum and Tyrie Adams (if he's healthy enough to open camp).

If he signs, Brown will be handed the starters job. I guarantee it.

[Argo57]

Dru Brown signs with Ottawa, will he be another Nick Arbuckle, James Franklin or build on the promise he showed in Winnipeg?
He definitely will be the starting QB this season.

https://3downnation.com/2024/01/24/q...awa-redblacks/

[ArgoRavi]

If he signs, Brown will be handed the starters job. I guarantee it.

Given the money that they are paying him, you are correct.

[gilthethrill]

Given the money that they are paying him, you are correct.

AV has proven time and time again that he knows his stuff.

[Mocha]

I'm interested to see what's going to happen with some of Ottawas backups from last season. Crum, Adams, and Pigrome have all shown flashes of talent. Yet 2 of the 3 will likely be elsewhere in 2024. I wonder if the Bombers would try to get Pigrome back.

[Will]

I imagine that is dependent on where Streveler ends up.

[paulwoods13]

I'm interested to see what's going to happen with some of Ottawas backups from last season. Crum, Adams, and Pigrome have all shown flashes of talent. Yet 2 of the 3 will likely be elsewhere in 2024. I wonder if the Bombers would try to get Pigrome back.

IMO there is virtually no chance two of those guys will be elsewhere before September at the earliest. Pigrome, sure, but I don't see Ott letting Crum or Adams go any time soon. Adams will likely start the year on the six-game, alongside Masoli. Once (if) both of those guys get healthy, then and only then will they have to consider cutting somebody loose. I doubt Crum goes anywhere in 2024; Adams, maybe, but not until mid-season at the earliest.

[AngeloV]

I'm interested to see what's going to happen with some of Ottawas backups from last season. Crum, Adams, and Pigrome have all shown flashes of talent. Yet 2 of the 3 will likely be elsewhere in 2024. I wonder if the Bombers would try to get Pigrome back.

I just don't ever see Crumb as a bona fide starter. I may be wrong, but he will really need to quicken up his delivery to be consistent. More of a change of pace #2 in my eyes.

[Mocha]

I just don't ever see Crumb as a bona fide starter. I may be wrong, but he will really need to quicken up his delivery to be consistent. More of a change of pace #2 in my eyes.

Both Crum and Pigrome could be short yardage guys with upside and potential. I agree Crum needs to be much better at reads and releases to become a legit starter.

[gilthethrill]

As per 3 Down Nation the Ottawa Red Blacks have signed former Grey Cup Champion and Argonaut OG Darius Bladek. In a corresponding move the Ottawa Red Blacks released OG Jacoby Ruby, who was due a $20,000.00 roster bonus.

[Argo57]

As per 3 Down Nation the Ottawa Red Blacks have signed former Grey Cup Champion and Argonaut OG Darius Bladek. In a corresponding move the Ottawa Red Blacks released OG Jacoby Ruby, who was due a $20,000.00 roster bonus.

A very good move by Burke.

[OV Argo]

Swapping Ruby for Bladek is interesting; maybe mostly to save the 20K bonus due to Ruby ? - which is kinda cheap, but not surprising with $M$ concerns. Maybe they feel Bladek will be a decent upgrade. Ruby was named their top O-Lineman last season = ???

I think Dru Brown could do well - if they are hitching their wagons to him as a bonafide starter of some kinda saviour; could also see him being another Arbuckle - who showed more in the CFL compared to Brown's small sample size. LOL at some RedBlacks fans on post game radio call-in who thought Arbuckle was this new star / QB saviour there after he won a game for them.

Crum or maybe even Masoli to turn to if Brown struggles, is not too shabby though IMO for QB depth. That's IF Masoli is healthy enough to play anywhere near his previous CFL best form. Would be the best QB depth chart in the league, perhaps.