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  1. 07-10-2023, 09:43 PM #1
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    REDBLACKS reach out to MBT

    https://www.cp24.com/mobile/sports/r...urce-1.6474240

    I doubt we will see MBT returning to the CFL but I appreciate the attention from our friends at CP24.
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    Quote Originally Posted by "Issues"Mcgee View Post
    https://www.cp24.com/mobile/sports/r...urce-1.6474240

    I doubt we will see MBT returning to the CFL but I appreciate the attention from our friends at CP24.
    They just picked up a wire story from Canadian press’ Dan Ralph.No real effort
    Last edited by AngeloV; 07-10-2023 at 10:27 PM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by AngeloV View Post
    They just picked up a wore story from Canadian press’ Dan Ralph.No real effort
    Gee AV why the bad language? And you missed an “h”..
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    Quote Originally Posted by gilthethrill View Post
    Gee AV why the bad language? And you missed an “h”..
    Wire…fixed
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    Quote Originally Posted by AngeloV View Post
    They just picked up a wire story from Canadian press’ Dan Ralph.No real effort
    It's better this way. The article is not riddled with errors.
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    MBT - back in the CFL?

    Not sure why they released him...he seems to have a very good record and stats...??

    I'd imagine he'd be heading to the Red Blacks IF he comes back. Not sure what options he has left in the States? It'd suck to see him lined up against us.

    https://ca.yahoo.com/sports/news/bre...160122511.html
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    I think it would be great for the league if MBT returned.

    As for playing against the Argos? I'd welcome it. He loves to make high-risk throws into coverage. The Argos defense would pick him apart.
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    Dave Naylor suggested he still wants to become the newly permitted third dressed QB in the NFL.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ArgoGabe22 View Post
    Dave Naylor suggested he still wants to become the newly permitted third dressed QB in the NFL.
    Right, but training camps open 2 weeks from today. Time is running out for him in that regard, and his age definitely is a strike against him. I would be happy for him to get that opportunity, but I don't see it happening. I think his best bet would be to let both Edmonton and Ottawa (maybe even Calgary) know he's available and let them have a bidding war for his services, which includes a nice signing bonus.
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    He has all summer to wait around for an NFL call - other QBs bomb in camp or get injured; could even get one if injury strikes a team(s) into the season.
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    He can earn much more in the CFL as the franchise QB than 3rd string in NFL. The only reason on Rourke went there is he is so much younger with a huge ceiling. When he gets his chance he will climb the ladder like he did here. MBT not so much. He will never graduate to number 2 or 1.
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    Why do so many people seem to think money is gonna be a (or the) primary motivating force here? IMO it is no better than fourth, behind (1) what's best for his family, (2) any possible opportunity to try his luck one more time in the NFL, (3) the best fit team- and situation-wise in the CFL. Only then does money become a significant factor. No. 1 (family) might outweigh all of the others, by a lot. And it seems pretty clear that even if the first three factors get dealt with to the point that No. 4 comes into play, neither Ott nor Edm would be a good fit team- and situation-wise.
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    Quote Originally Posted by paulwoods13 View Post
    Why do so many people seem to think money is gonna be a (or the) primary motivating force here? IMO it is no better than fourth, behind (1) what's best for his family, (2) any possible opportunity to try his luck one more time in the NFL, (3) the best fit team- and situation-wise in the CFL. Only then does money become a significant factor. No. 1 (family) might outweigh all of the others, by a lot. And it seems pretty clear that even if the first three factors get dealt with to the point that No. 4 comes into play, neither Ott nor Edm would be a good fit team- and situation-wise.
    Taking an NFL opportunity could be anywhere, anytime. Wherever it is it takes him away from his family just as playing in the CFL does. Neither is a good fit if his number 1 priority is time with family. Having said that, if playing football is a priority it comes down to what is more fulfilling. Coming back to Canada as a conquering hero, being given the keys to a successful off field franchise (Ottawa) and helping them try and become successful and recover from horrible bad luck with injured QBs or being some anonymous third or fourth stringer in the NFL. Those are his choices. I pass no judgment on the man. He has earned the right to make his choice. Because Ottawa is my second favorite team, and I was born there I care about that team.
    I believe they are a good quarterback away from being a very good team. Alot of other pieces are there. Just as the Argos are one QB injury away from being a bad football team. MBT busted his ass to earn respect up here. No sooner had he finally got it, he left. I would love to see him come back and guide Ottawa back to respectability.
    One of the things we all have to do as parents is provide for our families the best way we can. Both he and his wife are in very fickle businesses. Her TV show is done filming, and Disney has already pushed out when they plan to air it. In fact they don't have an air date. It may be fall 2024 when originally it would be on air already. Disney is a mess of a company right now. Their movies and TV shows alike are losing them tons of cash as is ESPN (good job CFL for avoiding ESPN). If her show ever sees the light of day there are no guarantees she will have another lucrative writing position.
    Long story short....MBT do not lose sight of the opportunities back here. That's all
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