What a Snooze Fest. The “Tampering Window” announcements over the past week has ruined the start of CFL Free Agency.
It seems that Argos have signed Thiadric Hansen.
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The Argos have signed former BC DB Quincy Mauger.
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Mauger was average to more like mediocre at safety for BC, IMO; that's typical CFL bafflegab though - an import player getting shafted to make room for a Canadian starting due to the dreaded ratio problem cliche. The Lions also released another average at best American player who got handed starting time, in DT Woody Baron; these guys usually find / get other CFL shots (as Baron did after the Als got rid of him).
I hope Mauger can step-up and be a good Argo D contributor - , maybe just as a depth DB; maybe at S-OLB, but I hope he doesn't get handed the job over Adeleke.
Fraser Sopik - former U Sports D player of the year - is the more impressive signing for me - can likely play reps at either OLB spot.
Hope Carey still has plenty of gas left in the tank; he was IMO about the best back in the league a few seasons ago.
I love the Carey signing, I think they brought him in to mentor and occasionally spell Adeboboye. There will be packages where they are both on the field too. But I think #21 will be a breakout star in the league this year.
Some good-looking (if not earth-shattering) moves today. Adeleke is a definite starter who provides considerable roster flex, Mauger, Sopik and Hansen are useful pieces at positions where we really needed to bolster depth, and the other guys will at least provide some competition to help on STs. I still think we might have another "big-name" (i.e. surprise) move coming.
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It really appears the Argos have made solid moves in the free agency market. As many have already stated, Adeleke is a starter who can play SAM, Halfback and Free Safety, giving the team added flexibility and helping with the team's ratio. The rest of the newly acquired players give additional depth to the roster and several look to be excellent special team players. All in all, sound decisions were made.
I wonder when we will hear about Oakman and Daniel?
Per 3downnation
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Added
FB Albert Awachie (N) — signed from Saskatchewan
DL Jake Ceresna (A) — via trade from Edmonton
DL Thiadric Hansen (G) — signed from Winnipeg
LB Fraser Sopik (N) — signed from Hamilton
DB Tunde Adeleke (N) — signed from Hamilton
DB Kerfalla Exumé (N) — signed from Winnipeg
DB Quincy Mauger (A) — signed from B.C.
K Lirim Hajrullahu (N) — signed from NFL
Lost
RB Andrew Harris (N) — retired
RB A.J. Ouellette (A) — signed with Saskatchewan
REC Kurleigh Gittens Jr. (N) — traded to Edmonton
OL Dariusz Bladek (N) — signed with Ottawa
OL Trevon Tate (A) — signed with Calgary
DL Brandon Barlow (A) — signed with Hamilton
DL Dewayne Hendrix (A) — signed with Hamilton
LB Jordan Williams (N) — traded to Hamilton
SAM Adarius Pickett (A) — signed with Ottawa
DB Jamal Peters (A) — signed with Hamilton
K Boris Bede (A) — signed with Edmonton
KR Javon Leake (A) — signed with Edmonton
Re-signed
REC Dejon Brissett (N)
REC Damonte Coxie (A)
REC Tommy Nield (N)
REC Richard Sindani (N)
OL Isiah Cage (A)
OL Darius Ciraco (N)
OL Dylan Giffen (N)
DL Benoit Marion (N)
LB Brian Harelimana (N)
LB Jack Cassar (N)
LB Jonathan Jones (A)
LB Wynton McManis (A)
DB Jamie Harry (N)
DB Maurice Carnell (A)
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But the emerging picture is clear: a strategic roster evolution, built on smarts and value.
This isn't just about surviving 2024, it's about positioning for sustained success. So, yeah, I'm sold. Welcome aboard, fellow believers.
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What’s going on with Muamba? And I don’t think Harris has formally retired. Although everyone knows it.
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I don't know that a "formal" retirement announcement is needed. Harris's plans for running a team in B.C. in 2024 were announced months ago. That said, he certainly deserves an opportunity (if he wants it) to publicly say farewell. Assuming (as I do) that Muamba also retires, he will likely be offered get a chance to announce it at some sort of media availability. Maybe Harris will join him there if that happens.
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RB Ka’Deem (Cash N) Carey has joined the Argos as per 3 Down Nation.
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