Ricky Ray's Future with Argos A Wait and See Game

[jerrym]

#Argos $$& commitment? 1 yr left on Ricky Ray heavily incentive-based deal. Jim Barker restructed Drew Willy to be incentive-based too #CFL

— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) February 14, 2017

#CFL sources say no discussions between #Argos & Ricky Ray about his future. Wait&see approach for team&QB. New GM&HC will determine a lot

— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) February 14, 2017

[Jon Gonzo]

Ricky Ray's agent says he is fully healthy & plans to play in 2017. Still under contract w/ #Argos. #CFL via @FarhanLaljiTSN

— CFL News (@CFL_News) February 15, 2017

[mchesher03]

well let's hope he does play then - I'd take an older ricky ray over willy no question. now to figure out RB, WR's, etc. some nice pieces on the defensive end in place in Lemon and Veneble imo

[Neely2005]

Right now he's by far the best QB on our roster.

[argonaut11xx]

Right now he's by far the best QB on our roster.

What?? your not on the Jeff Matthews bandwagon???

(I'm now removing my tongue that was firmly implanted in my cheek)

[AngeloV]

well let's hope he does play then - I'd take an older ricky ray over willy no question. now to figure out RB, WR's, etc. some nice pieces on the defensive end in place in Lemon and Veneble imo

Marshall Ferguson said on air yesterday that Matthew Scianitti was told the Argos plan to go with Coombs at RB. Of course, depending on coach and GM moves, that can change.

[Jon Gonzo]

Marshall Ferguson said on air yesterday that Matthew Scianitti was told the Argos plan to go with Coombs at RB. Of course, depending on coach and GM moves, that can change.

If that's the case, an American to back him up will be called for. Curtis Steele anyone? Trevon Van, Shakir Bell, Anthony Allen, Brandon Rutley? Someone who is good on the return team would be preferable. He hasn't proven he is durable enough. Insurance necessary.

[argonaut11xx]

Marshall Ferguson said on air yesterday that Matthew Scianitti was told the Argos plan to go with Coombs at RB. Of course, depending on coach and GM moves, that can change.

Seems very backwards to load up on players, when you have no idea of the coach or his philosophies. Add that to the fact that Zimmerman is hardly qualified to find these players.

Its going to be a gong show. (Think Tracey Ham's time with the Argo's)

[Jon Gonzo]

Seems very backwards to load up on players, when you have no idea of the coach or his philosophies. Add that to the fact that Zimmerman is hardly qualified to find these players.

Its going to be a gong show. (Think Tracey Ham's time with the Argo's)

The Huardian Dark Ages, he we come. Load up on batteries, and get canned goods and gas for the generator.

[AngeloV]

If that's the case, an American to back him up will be called for. Curtis Steele anyone? Trevon Van, Shakir Bell, Anthony Allen, Brandon Rutley? Someone who is good on the return team would be preferable. He hasn't proven he is durable enough. Insurance necessary.

Not necessarily. Matt Walter is out there, as is Anthony Woodson.

Seems very backwards to load up on players, when you have no idea of the coach or his philosophies. Add that to the fact that Zimmerman is hardly qualified to find these players.

Its going to be a gong show. (Think Tracey Ham's time with the Argo's)

Unless of course Tommy Condell is going to be the coach, and the line about a GM deciding on who the coach will be is just BS. Wouldn't surprise me if they are specifically looking for a GM that will work with Condell.

[Antwon]

Unless of course Tommy Condell is going to be the coach, and the line about a GM deciding on who the coach will be is just BS. Wouldn't surprise me if they are specifically looking for a GM that will work with Condell.

At this point I hope Condell is the HC. But they needed to declare that a week ago!!!
This season is heading for a Huard/Andrus type year.
I'm sure Copeland will be at practice with a cooler of popcicles for the players!!!

[AngeloV]

i'm sure copeland will be at practice with a cooler of popcicles for the players!!!

LMFAO!! Tell me you didn't just say that!!!

[argotom]

Who needs a coach or GM?
Maybe Ricky will be the playing HC/OC.
With Condell as the remaining staff.
While we are at it in a further cost cutting measure, the team can hold some open practices/workouts at various correctional institutions in North America.
Fill out the team like in the Longest Yard.
Burt Reynolds at nearly 80 years old can be the backup QB.

[R.J]

If the Argos are hedging their bets on Ray, Willy, and Matthews it's going to be a long season IMO.
5 seasons of injuries is a trend, and IMO it's pretty clear that Ray isn't the player he was in the past, but hey let's continue throwing Ray out there and expecting a different outcome.

[jerrym]

Marshall Ferguson said on air yesterday that Matthew Scianitti was told the Argos plan to go with Coombs at RB. Of course, depending on coach and GM moves, that can change.

Not necessarily. Matt Walter is out there, as is Anthony Woodson.

Coomb has shown some ability to catch the ball on short passes but has shown no ability to break tackles or elusiveness. I also wonder, considering his size, whether he can survive the pounding if he is to be used as a RB. Nor have I seen any sign that he could be a blocking back, an important skill in a passing offence.
If they do decide to go with him, they may well go with a National backup RB, such as Walter or Woodson, as some other teams have done. Otherwise you are using up an International in a backup role rather than as one of 17 starters.

[doubleblue]

Coomb has shown some ability to catch the ball on short passes but has shown no ability to break tackles or elusiveness. I also wonder, considering his size, whether he can survive the pounding if he is to be used as a RB.
If they do decide to go with him, they may well go with a National backup RB, such as Walter or Woodson, as some other teams have done. Otherwise you are using up an International in a backup role rather than as one of 17 starters.

I agree about Coombs as a starting RB. The only thing I have seen positive from him is his speed and some receiving ability in open space. He would not stand up to the pounding RB's take and as you point out he goes down at the first contact.
Disappointed Whitaker was not brought back. Unless he was asking for too much I think he still has game and would make a good one two punch with another young RB. Its not like Whitaker is injury prone even though he is getting up there in age.

[Argo57]

Turn around and run like hell Ricky!!
Distinguished Hall of Fame career, stay away from this shit show!!

[Shirley]

well let's hope he does play then - I'd take an older ricky ray over willy no question. now to figure out RB, WR's, etc. some nice pieces on the defensive end in place in Lemon and Veneble imo

I am with you on Ray, I wish we had kept Dan Lef btw. My WR wish list includes Gurley

[Wobbler]

Shirley, you can't be serious. We could use a guy like Gurley, but after he was run out of town on a rail he probably wouldn't be too interested.

Welcome to the site, by the way! :)

[jerrym]

I am with you on Ray, I wish we had kept Dan Lef btw. My WR wish list includes Gurley

Welcome on board the somewhat leaky ship Argo. I'm afraid I have to agree with Wobbler on this.