2018-2019 Toronto Argonauts Off-season Transactions/Free Agency/Etc thread

[doubleblue]

Ford re-signs:

https://www.cfl.ca/2019/01/08/argos-...ius-ford-2020/

Ford showed a lot of promise in 2017 which Chamblin would remember.

[OV Argo]

Ford showed a lot of promise in 2017 which Chamblin would remember.

Agreed - i thought he looked very good - a D play-maker.

The return of Ford, plus maybe C. Vaughn (?) could give the Argos 2 real solid starters in the D-backfield, and IMO they need to find a group in TC and stick with them and let them gel together - other guys from the roster like Darby, Woodson & Washington, plus bring in new competition for TC. Wonder if Chamblin likes Gabriel at safety or might move him to OLB where he got some time in the 2017 GC season?

[gilthethrill]

Agreed - i thought he looked very good - a D play-maker.

The return of Ford, plus maybe C. Vaughn (?) could give the Argos 2 real solid starters in the D-backfield, and IMO they need to find a group in TC and stick with them and let them gel together - other guys from the roster like Darby, Woodson & Washington, plus bring in new competition for TC. Wonder if Chamblin likes Gabriel at safety or might move him to OLB where he got some time in the 2017 GC season?

I want the recently resigned Onyaka to see reps on defense...not sure he fits any 1 spot, could be versatile which is what Chamblin likes. He could be a ball hawk like his OUA days.

[AngeloV]

I want the recently resigned Onyaka to see reps on defense...not sure he fits any 1 spot, could be versatile which is what Chamblin likes. He could be a ball hawk like his OUA days.

I think you are confusing him with his brother Godfrey who was a ball hawk at Laurier. Nakas only had 1 pick in his OUA career.

[gilthethrill]

I think you are confusing him with his brother Godfrey who was a ball hawk at Laurier. Nakas only had 1 pick in his OUA career.

Perhaps "Playmaker" is a more accurate term.

[AngeloV]

Perhaps "Playmaker" is a more accurate term.

Definitely. He was very good at Laurier himself.

[Stevoman]

I'm glad Ford re-signed! He really didn't play last year but added a lot to the 2017 defence.

[jerrym]

Agreed - i thought he looked very good - a D play-maker.

The return of Ford, plus maybe C. Vaughn (?) could give the Argos 2 real solid starters in the D-backfield, and IMO they need to find a group in TC and stick with them and let them gel together - other guys from the roster like Darby, Woodson & Washington, plus bring in new competition for TC. Wonder if Chamblin likes Gabriel at safety or might move him to OLB where he got some time in the 2017 GC season?

If, unlike last year, most of them stay healthy for most of the season, we could have a pretty good set of DBs.

[paulwoods13]

If, unlike last year, most of them stay healthy for most of the season, we could have a pretty good set of DBs.

DBs, especially INTs who have not played against the waggle, tend to get a lot better in Year 2 and 3. I don't know which of our 2018 DBs will be returning, but I'd like to have them all back because I feel there are lots of diamonds in the rough back there.

[AngeloV]

DBs, especially INTs who have not played against the waggle, tend to get a lot better in Year 2 and 3. I don't know which of our 2018 DBs will be returning, but I'd like to have them all back because I feel there are lots of diamonds in the rough back there.

I want to see Jonathan Dowling get every opportunity to start at boundary corner. I like a bigger physical player on the boundary.

[Jon Gonzo]

I agree regarding the secondary. Last year we watched some raw talent, which we patiently developed. Frustrating at times, but get Q and Cash back and I think with Chamblin's touch and a more aggressive Defensive philosophy, we may well see this area improve in leaps and bounds.

[doubleblue]

I like the depth in the secondary as well. Robertson, Washington, Dowling, Likely, Covington, Ford plus a couple of vets in Sears and Vaughan. Then so far a couple of 1st year players in Ham and Thomas. Thomas was a good corner at Texas spent 2017 on a couple of NFL practice roster and last year with Dallas. But I see he is also on Mike Reilly's San Antonio team in the new league. Maybe Popp gave him the green light to get some playing time in this spring before the Argo Camp. Alden Darby is a FA and maybe checking out his NFL options. I thought he was a solid player last year.

Just Matt Webster and Matt Black for the safety ratio spot with Robert Woodson and Jermaine Gabriel FA'a. I would like to see Woodson resigned and maybe take over the #1 spot at safety. Gabriel has been a good hard hitting player which maybe is one of the reasons for his concussion issues. Are his best days behind him especially if he wants top dollar and is injury prone? Matt Black is a good veteran back up who can play all positions.

Now if the LBing and DLine spots were in as good a shape we would be looking at a good solid defense. More moves to be made there for sure.

[Stevoman]

I want Gabriel back but agree that his injuries have been a concern.

[mchesher03]

Love Matt Black but he’s 36 now, getting up there in age. For the record I was also a huge fan of Andre Durie and Chad Owens here but football is ruthless and everyone eventually loses a step.

Big Gabriel fan too, but yeah he has had some injury troubles in the last few years but great safety, I’d make the argument one of the top safeties in the league.

Anyhow, we shall see how it all plays out I guess.

I see one time Argo Khalil Bass practicing for the San Antonio franchse of the AAFL too for what it’s worth.

[gilthethrill]

Love Matt Black but he’s 36 now, getting up there in age. For the record I was also a huge fan of Andre Durie and Chad Owens here but football is ruthless and everyone eventually loses a step.

Big Gabriel fan too, but yeah he has had some injury troubles in the last few years but great safety, I’d make the argument one of the top safeties in the league.

Anyhow, we shall see how it all plays out I guess.

I see one time Argo Khalil Bass practicing for the San Antonio franchse of the AAFL too for what it’s worth.

I thought Bass was with the Atlanta Legends???

[mchesher03]

you're right -I confused him and coach Himbeach (sp)

[Will]

Love Matt Black but he’s 36 now, getting up there in age. For the record I was also a huge fan of Andre Durie and Chad Owens here but football is ruthless and everyone eventually loses a step.

Big Gabriel fan too, but yeah he has had some injury troubles in the last few years but great safety, I’d make the argument one of the top safeties in the league.

Anyhow, we shall see how it all plays out I guess.

I see one time Argo Khalil Bass practicing for the San Antonio franchse of the AAFL too for what it’s worth.

You've aged poor Matt by 3 years!

[gilthethrill]

you're right -I confused him and coach Himbeach (sp)

No problem buddy....I look at the rosters looking for familiar CFL names....speaking of which, I no longer see Mark Chapman, last year's 1st over all pick on Salt Lake Citys roster....

[mchesher03]

You've aged poor Matt by 3 years!

lol litany of errors on my part here, I had in my mind he was of the same vintage as Durie, i stand corrected.

Either way would be happy if he continued to be a part of the organization - class guy.

[jerrym]

From the Liga de Futbol Americano Profesional (LFA) following the CFL Draft of Mexican players, stated with all the hype of professional sports PR

(Spanish translation: HOLA, TORONTO! Toronto Argonauts Football Club We´re pretty sure your defense is going to be great, amigos!)

Los defensivos fueron los que ganaron un lugar con los @TorontoArgos 🏈👏🏼👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/MaSiEEjoKm

— LFA (@LFAmex) January 15, 2019