Ottawa Redblacks Thread

[OV Argo]

I'm not so sure Ottawa will be that interested in Dru Brown - who was IMO very impressive last season (but playing in a sharp, smart offence - as was the young Argo back-up QB); unless maybe they can get him at a fairly low price tag, less than what other interested suitors will be willing to pay cause Brown would view it as a good fit ?

IMO, IF Masoli can get healthy enough (very iffy maybe) he will be the Ottawa starting QB, reunited with his old OC Condell who he had success with; with young Crum (IMO does have very good future starting QB potential - a dual threat and his passing arm was pretty good mostly), and maybe Adams as well viewed as a good young depth QBs

[ArgoRavi]

Masoli won't even be able to play until August or September at the earliest and he hasn't played a lot since 2019. Counting on him is beyond foolish IMO.

[Argo57]

Masoli won't even be able to play until August or September at the earliest and he hasn't played a lot since 2019. Counting on him is beyond foolish IMO.

I agree Ravi, I think he is pretty much done.

[OV Argo]

Masoli won't even be able to play until August or September at the earliest and he hasn't played a lot since 2019. Counting on him is beyond foolish IMO.

Where did u get that medical report from?

And so they re-structured / kept him around just to save the roster bonu$ and to have a distraction for the team ?

The Pussycats counting on the over-rated / over the hill/ damaged goods Bo last season was way beyond foolish then.

[ArgoRavi]

Where did u get that medical report from?

And so they re-structured / kept him around just to save the roster bonu$ and to have a distraction for the team ?

The Pussycats counting on the over-rated / over the hill/ damaged goods Bo last season was way beyond foolish then.

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.

[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.

[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.

[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/

[Will]

I imagine that is dependent on where Streveler ends up.

[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.

[jerrym]

With their first round draft pick Ottawa picks WR Nick Mardner from Auburn.

[jerrym]

The Redblacks pick the most talented immediately available DL in Daniel Okopo from San Diego State with the 11th overall pick.