2016 CFL Free Agent list [Archive]

paulwoods13

12-03-2015, 03:29 PM

I posted this in the Preparing for 2016 thread but might be better in this one.

The official FA list is out. Here is ours along with my list of priorities for re-signing:

ADJEI, Natey*
AGNEW, Vincent
ALIX, Anthony*
CUMMINGS, Euclid yes
FOLEY, Ricky*
GABRIEL, Jermaine* yes
GILLANDERS, Brendan* yes
GREEN, Isaiah
GREENWOOD, Cory* yes
HARRIS, Trevor yes
Jones, GREGORY yes
KEEPING, Jeff
KING, Jarriel
LAING, Cleyon* yes
MILES, Thomas* yes
MITCHELL, Scott*
OKPALAUGO, Tristan yes
OWENS, Chad
PALARDY, Justin*
RAY, Ricky yes
ROBINSON, Zander* yes
SMITH, Wayne*
STALA, Dave*
STEELE, Curtis
UNDERWOOD, Brandon
VEGA, Jason
WATERS, Swayze yes
WHITAKER, Brandon yes

Some of these guys are going to have multiple options so I hope Kilmer/Bell are willing to give JB a fatter wallet. Interesting that Kackert is not a FA.

argolio

12-03-2015, 03:57 PM

I'd rather not bring back Waters if we can find a suitable replacement.

R.J

12-03-2015, 04:36 PM

I'd rather not bring back Waters if we can find a suitable replacement.

Agreed. IMO the most overrated player in the CFL.

Wobbler

12-03-2015, 05:17 PM

I think we need to bring Keeping back. Having the option to play Van Roten at C is nice, but I don't think that should be plan A.

ArgoGabe22

12-03-2015, 05:34 PM

It'll be interesting how many players actually hit the market. I'm not sure how much Owens, Foley and Keeping have left but I think all 3 can return but at a discount. I'm not sure other teams will even offer anything more than the Argos, if the Argos are even interested in retaining these 3.

R.J

12-03-2015, 05:42 PM

Cory Watson signed an extension with the Eskimos.

gilthethrill

12-03-2015, 06:08 PM

Would love to see JR Turner follow Stubler to Toronto....along with Freddie Bishop....

paulwoods13

12-03-2015, 06:21 PM

I'd rather not bring back Waters if we can find a suitable replacement.

That's a very big if.

AngeloV

12-03-2015, 07:30 PM

That's a very big if.

Actually it's not. I have never seen a kicker get injured so often.

Argo57

12-03-2015, 07:35 PM

I'd rather not bring back Waters if we can find a suitable replacement.

Agreed, durability too much of an issue.

R.J

12-16-2015, 03:12 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ticats?src=hash">#Ticats</a> announce they've signed FB C.O. Prime to a 2 yr deal. OL Mathieu Girard extended thru '18 & DE Troy Davis extended thru '17. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a></p>— Rick Zamperin (@rickzamperin) <a href="https://twitter.com/rickzamperin/status/677218733065003010">December 16, 2015</a></blockquote>
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R.J

12-17-2015, 02:57 PM

Arceneaux re-ups with BC.
http://www.tsn.ca/lions-sign-arceneaux-to-two-year-deal-1.410773

R.J

02-02-2016, 07:49 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">teams around <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> keeping their eye on <a href="https://twitter.com/Ticats">@ticats</a> and kicker Justin Medlock negotiations. if he hits market, multiple offers expected <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FA16?src=hash">#FA16</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/694620176461860866">February 2, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">keep hearing from agents <a href="https://twitter.com/Wpg_BlueBombers">@Wpg_BlueBombers</a> expected to spend big money on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FA16?src=hash">#FA16</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@CFL</a> GM Kyle Walters working to give Mike O'Shea talent boost</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/694619895657422848">February 2, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Is Josh Bourke going to make it to <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> free agency? Still unsigned by <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a> with a week to go. He'd be a huge fish on <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FA16?src=hash">#FA16</a> day</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/694612537388589056">February 2, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-03-2016, 01:11 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">.<a href="https://twitter.com/rickzamperin">@rickzamperin</a> - "Unless he's (Andy Fantuz) willing to take a significant paycut, <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ticats?src=hash">#Ticats</a> may go in diff. direction." <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> via <a href="https://twitter.com/AM900CHML">@AM900CHML</a></p>— CFL News (@CFL_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL_News/status/694937205169639424">February 3, 2016</a></blockquote>
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AngeloV

02-03-2016, 03:28 PM

Looks like Erik Harris has signed on with the Saints.

http://www.tsn.ca/report-ticats-lb-harris-joins-saints-1.432318

R.J

02-03-2016, 03:35 PM

Good player, but I'm actually surprised he's going to the NFL. Training camp fodder ?

AngeloV

02-03-2016, 04:42 PM

Good player, but I'm actually surprised he's going to the NFL. Training camp fodder ?

Maybe he can make a name for himself on ST's.

OV Argo

02-03-2016, 09:00 PM

Good player, but I'm actually surprised he's going to the NFL. Training camp fodder ?

Ex- CFL linebacker Brian Peters led the NFL in special teams tackles this season; he was a pretty good but nothing that spectacular player in the CFL IMO.

All sorts of CFL players could make the NFL if they get on the right team in need at the right time.

R.J

02-04-2016, 05:39 PM

Ben D’Aguilar re-signs in Calgary.
http://www.stampeders.com/2016/02/04/stampeders-re-sign-daguilar/

R.J

02-05-2016, 02:31 PM

http://www.cfl.ca/2016/02/05/free-agent-dream-team-dunk-makes-his-picks/
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Will

02-05-2016, 02:44 PM

Some work for Barker to do.

paulwoods13

02-05-2016, 02:51 PM

That team could compete for a championship altho it would be a bit weak on the o-line, especially inside.

R.J

02-05-2016, 02:56 PM

That team could compete for a championship altho it would be a bit weak on the o-line, especially inside.
I wonder if Barker would be willing to look at Matt Norman at centre ? It was a weak spot for us last season, and he's still pretty young.

ArgoRavi

02-05-2016, 08:41 PM

I wonder if Barker would be willing to look at Matt Norman at centre ? It was a weak spot for us last season, and he's still pretty young.

Norman missed all of last season with an injury and I read an article in recent days which implied that his career is over.

OV Argo

02-05-2016, 11:32 PM

R.J

02-06-2016, 12:33 AM

Video: CFL Free Agency: Players to watch
http://www.tsn.ca/cfl/video/cfl-free-agency-players-to-watch~803421

According to the Lalji; Lulay is close to signing a 2 year deal with the Lions.

R.J

02-06-2016, 04:32 PM

Norman missed all of last season with an injury and I read an article in recent days which implied that his career is over.

Believe I read on Lionbackers that Norman was not really that injured all of last year and some were wondering why he was out of their plans ?

IF he is not injury damaged - he could still be a CFL starter at centre or guard.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Canadian OL Matt Norman is not retiring. He'll be 100 percent healthy and ready for 2016 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> season. There will be many suitors for him.</p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/695072482705981441">February 4, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-07-2016, 11:58 AM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">New deal for Courtney Stephen with <a href="https://twitter.com/Ticats">@Ticats</a> is in finishing stages. Will be announced before <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> begins on Tuesday <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696354251052810240">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sounds like <a href="https://twitter.com/Wpg_BlueBombers">@Wpg_BlueBombers</a> almost done leading up to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> on Tuesday. Still talking with Graig Newman but deal not imminent rt now <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696363256621961216">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Latest out of Montreal is things are all quiet between OL Josh Bourke and <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a> look for a last minute push on this one <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696374523260751873">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">.<a href="https://twitter.com/ScottMitchellPM">@ScottMitchellPM</a> says he can see WR <a href="https://twitter.com/j_fuller8">@j_fuller8</a> landing w/ <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Riders?src=hash">#Riders</a> if NFL offers don’t pan out for him. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a></p>— CFL News (@CFL_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL_News/status/696375879061151744">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-07-2016, 01:55 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/CFL_News">@CFL_News</a> There are AT LEAST 4 teams interested in <a href="https://twitter.com/TBrack41">@TBrack41</a> according to my source. The former <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Riders?src=hash">#Riders</a> All Star seems to be in high demand.</p>— Joe Arrigo (@joearrigo) <a href="https://twitter.com/joearrigo/status/696404525989560321">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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and some talk on Laurent.
http://3downnation.com/2016/02/01/15210/

AngeloV

02-07-2016, 02:03 PM

OV Argo

02-07-2016, 03:09 PM

IMO, Brackenridge is a great ST player and not much else. He is a liability when covering in the secondary, and you can't blitz him on every down. He just isn't an every down player on D.

I'd have to disagree a bit there AV; Brackenridge is a good hitter and tackler, but that's if he is playing close to the line as a LB; as a safety he is too hit & miss in coverage and whiffs on some tackles going for big kill shots. Not saying he could replace some of the better OLBs in the league, but maybe somebody will give him a shot, and he at least has CFL experience to be able to go in and play OLB or safety for a team that needs versatile depth, plus like you say he can play STs; he is very doubtful to get the money he got before though IMO.

AngeloV

02-07-2016, 03:43 PM

I'd have to disagree a bit there AV; Brackenridge is a good hitter and tackler, but that's if he is playing close to the line as a LB; as a safety he is too hit & miss in coverage and whiffs on some tackles going for big kill shots. Not saying he could replace some of the better OLBs in the league, but maybe somebody will give him a shot, and he at least has CFL experience to be able to go in and play OLB or safety for a team that needs versatile depth, plus like you say he can play STs; he is very doubtful to get the money he got before though IMO.

I truly believe his hi-light real of big hits masks his overall weakness on the field. As a LB, he's too small to play weak side, and his coverage skills are too weak to play strong side. You would need to get plenty of the over the top help from a safety if he's playing LB, leaving the deep middle vulnerable. Great at timing the blitz, but not a great defensive player. I think he kind of jumped the shark when the RedBlacks lineman caught a pass in 2014 and ran over him.

R.J

02-07-2016, 03:55 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I signed! So thankful and blessed.... Time to grind harder. Have business to handle. God is awesome! 🙏💪</p>— Jeremy Lewis (@J_LEW68) <a href="https://twitter.com/J_LEW68/status/696383033524559878">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Travis Lulay's extension with the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a> nearing completion. Just some fine print to go. 2 yrs. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a></p>— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) <a href="https://twitter.com/FarhanLaljiTSN/status/696430538312159232">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Stamps, Jerome Messam are fairly close but still a $ gap to bridge. Messam lowered his asking price to get deal done, per sources. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Scott Mitchell (@ScottMitchellPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottMitchellPM/status/696414921232412673">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">This is a deal that seems like it should get done, but Huff has been known to draw hard lines in the sand and not budge. We’ll see. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Scott Mitchell (@ScottMitchellPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottMitchellPM/status/696416693409746944">February 7, 2016</a></blockquote>
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jerrym

02-07-2016, 10:40 PM

Rob Vanstone and Murray McCormick discuss their top five free agents they would like to see the Riders pick up.

http://leaderpost.com/sports/football/laurent-tops-saskatchewan-roughriders-free-agent-dream-team?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

R.J

02-08-2016, 03:38 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Hearing the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bombers?src=hash">#Bombers</a> have interest in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TIcats?src=hash">#TIcats</a> K Justin Medlock & <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Argos?src=hash">#Argos</a> K Swayze Waters. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA16?src=hash">#CFLFA16</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a></p>— Drew Edwards (@scratchingpost) <a href="https://twitter.com/scratchingpost/status/696759508371161088">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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I remember reading somewhere that Medlock could end up landing here as well. Medlock and/or Hajrullahu would be a huge get.

Will

02-08-2016, 03:41 PM

Likely means very little, but Waters' father (I think) followed the @argofans Twitter account the other day. Found the timing of that curious.

R.J

02-08-2016, 03:45 PM

I hope Waters isn't brought back tbh.

AngeloV

02-08-2016, 03:57 PM

I hope Waters isn't brought back tbh.

If possible I would like to see them sign Medlock and Hajrullahu. Don't like dressing only 1 kicker, and we've seen the Argos scramble and need to use Staala already. Medlock is the best FG kicker in the league, while Hajrullahu is very good at putting (with the ability to be a good FG kicker as well).

R.J

02-08-2016, 04:00 PM

If possible I would like to see them sign Medlock and Hajrullahu. Don't like dressing only 1 kicker, and we've seen the Argos scramble and need to use Staala already. Medlock is the best FG kicker in the league, while Hajrullahu is very good at putting (with the ability to be a good FG kicker as well).
I'd be more than happy with this, and with our new digs; I think it's even more important to get a kicker like Medlock and punter like Hajrullahu (pain to get his name right though).

Will

02-08-2016, 04:01 PM

I'd be more than happy with this, and with our new digs; I think it's even more important to get a kicker like Medlock and punter like Hajrullahu (pain to get his name right though).

My late friend Lloyd referred to him as "higha-hoola-hoop."

R.J

02-08-2016, 04:06 PM

My late friend Lloyd referred to him as "higha-hoola-hoop."
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ArgoGabe22

02-08-2016, 04:09 PM

jerrym

02-08-2016, 04:49 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a> & RB Chris Rainey have agreed to terms on a 2 year deal. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TSN?src=hash">#TSN</a></p>— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) <a href="https://twitter.com/FarhanLaljiTSN/status/696810166050619392">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

https://twitter.com/FarhanLaljiTSN/status/696810166050619392

R.J

02-08-2016, 04:58 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">On another front, told <a href="https://twitter.com/Wpg_BlueBombers">@Wpg_BlueBombers</a> continue to talk with Graig Newman. No deal yet but progress being made <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696802693386338304">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">things have grown quiet between <a href="https://twitter.com/Ticats">@Ticats</a> and their pending free agents. Could mean Laurent, Bulcke and Medlock free tomorrow. Still time <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696805086639443968">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Told <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a> and OL Josh Bourke are pretty far apart right now. Unless one side comes way off iits stance, he'll hit the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> market</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696808467797966848">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Jerome Messam has <a href="https://twitter.com/calstampeders">@calstampeders</a> offer, weighing his options. If he waits and goes to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> market, <a href="https://twitter.com/BCLions">@BCLions</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/Wpg_BlueBombers">@Wpg_BlueBombers</a> interested</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696809096301785089">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">All quiet on <a href="https://twitter.com/sskroughriders">@sskroughriders</a> front where Ryan Smith and Chris Getzlaf are concerned</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696809295984242688">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Sources say, if Ryan Smith hits the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> market, multiple teams will be in the chase. Could he reuinte with Dressler <a href="https://twitter.com/Wpg_BlueBombers">@Wpg_BlueBombers</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/696811276303925248">February 8, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Bourke would be a huge signing for any team; although, I think he stays in Montreal. I'm surprised Lawless thinks the Lions may be interested in Messam; Wally stated not too long ago that they would rather go with 2 Internationals, but he may have just comparing Harris' ask to what they could get with internationals.

KCargosfan

02-08-2016, 05:04 PM

To what Harris is going to make, you could probably sign 3 international RBs, no doubt. But finding a back as good as Harris, that is going to be a challenge.

R.J

02-08-2016, 05:07 PM

To what Harris is going to make, you could probably sign 3 international RBs, no doubt. But finding a back as good as Harris, that is going to be a challenge.
Finding one that pouts and complains less should be easy though. ;)

KCargosfan

02-08-2016, 05:08 PM

Finding one that pouts and complains less should be easy though. ;)

haha, truth.

paulwoods13

02-08-2016, 05:18 PM

gilthethrill

02-08-2016, 05:31 PM

IMO Bulcke is one of the hidden gems of this year's crop, if healthy. He could be had for a lot less than Laurent and would probably be capable of starting for us. Ticats would be scrambling a bit if they lost both Bulcke and Laurent. They have lots of other NAT DTs but it's mostly guys with potential who aren't really proven yet.

I have been lobbying for Bulcke to become an Argo for some time. Reports indicate he is finally healthy, he would be a sound signing but would not break the bank like Laurent.

OV Argo

02-08-2016, 06:16 PM

I thought I read somewhere that he was planning to live in the area permanently, along with Chad Owens when he made the move last year. But I may be wrong.

I'm not sure I want a pay top dollar for a K/P but if Medlock can do both than it's a plus. Much better than having 4 kickers on the roster. We need to move on from Palardy and Alix but not against bringing Waters back.
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Medlock doing both jobs? - while he is a very accurate place kicker, he is about the worst punter in the CFL.

However - IMO - kicking (both place kicking & punting) is so important in the CFL, I would pay big bucks to a guy who is great at one of the jobs even; it's very rare for a dual kicker to continue to be top notch at both jobs - like Watters was 2 seasons back; I hope Swayze could be re-signed and bounce back to the superb form he showed awhile back, but if not I would gladly sign Medlock - as place kicker only though and find a real punter.

jerrym

02-08-2016, 07:30 PM

In signing Chris Rainey before free agency occurs, BC has improved its return game considerably over what it hard at the start of last season. After signing with BC in August, he gained 761 yards on kick returns for a 28.2 yard average and 593 yards with a 12.6 yard average in half a season (9 games).

http://www.cfl.ca/team-leaders/

jerrym

02-08-2016, 07:57 PM

IMO Bulcke is one of the hidden gems of this year's crop, if healthy. He could be had for a lot less than Laurent and would probably be capable of starting for us. Ticats would be scrambling a bit if they lost both Bulcke and Laurent. They have lots of other NAT DTs but it's mostly guys with potential who aren't really proven yet.

I agree a healthy Bulcke would be a big bonus for the Argos if they could sign him.

jerrym

02-09-2016, 12:43 AM

S J Green has sent out six tweets on February 8th complaining about the Als not signing Winston Venable and Jerald Brown yet, as well as about letting Lemon go last month.

http://www.tsn.ca/wr-green-urges-als-to-re-sign-potential-free-agents-1.435056

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jerrym

02-09-2016, 12:49 AM

Interesting questions include:

Does Montreal pass on 33-year-old Canadian tackle Josh Bourke and use his reported $225,000 salary to chase Laurent?
Does receiver Shamawd Chambers, the top Canadian in Edmonton's Grey Cup win last November, re-sign with the Eskimos, or does the Markham, Ont., native return to southern Ontario with either Toronto or Hamilton?
Which of its 30-plus free agents, including American kicker Justin Medlock and Canadian defensive linemen Laurent, Brian Bulcke, Michael Atkinson and Hasan Hazime, will Hamilton re-sign?
Will Toronto re-sign kicker Swayze Waters, who battled injuries last year, or pursue Medlock, a former Argo?
After being active in free agency last year, which free agents, including Capicciotti, veteran defensive tackle Keith Shologan and defensive back Jovon Johnson, can Ottawa GM Marcel Desjardins re-sign?
Will quarterback Trevor Harris remain in Toronto and compete with veteran Ricky Ray for the starting job or leave?
How many of Edmonton's free agents will follow former head coach Chris Jones, now Saskatchewan's head coach/GM?

http://www.cbc.ca/sports/football/cfl/cfl-free-agency-andrew-harris-1.3439554

KCargosfan

02-09-2016, 04:15 AM

Jerald Brown is 35. I can't believe he would be too high on anyone's list.

jerrym

02-09-2016, 07:30 AM

GMs make wishlists as more than 140 CFL players prepare to become free agents

https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/news/gms-wishlists-more-140-cfl-players-prepare-become-222149053--spt.html

jerrym

02-09-2016, 07:36 AM

Five key players to watch in CFL free agency when it opens Tuesday

Andrew Harris, Canadian running back, B.C. Lions: The 28-year-old Harris seems set to move on after seven seasons in B.C., and plenty of teams should be interested. With Jon Cornish's retirement (https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/cfl-55-yard-line/jon-cornish-retiring-at-31-should-be-another-cfl-concussion-wake-up-call-201104913.html), Harris looks like the best Canadian running back out there. ...
Ted Laurent, Canadian defensive tackle, Hamilton Tiger-Cats: Laurent has become one of the most consistently-effective defensive tackles out there, earning league all-star nods in both 2014 and 2015, and that's before you consider his passport. With it, he's a true ratio-buster who can let you play Americans elsewhere. Laurent's three sacks in 2015 were a step down from the nine he had in 2014, but he still filled gaps, stopped the run and generated plenty of pressure, and he also had an interception. At just 28, he should have plenty of good years left. ...
Justin Capicciotti, Canadian defensive end, Ottawa Redblacks: Capicciotti is another Canadian excelling at a traditionally-American position, which makes him worth his weight in gold. He's a great pass-rusher, notching 23 sacks over the last two years. He had 12 sacks and a forced fumble last season, and is just 26.
Cleyon Laing, Canadian defensive tackle, Toronto Argonauts: Laing is one of the league's most feared defensive linemen, and he had a fantastic 2015 with eight sacks and two forced fumbles. He's also only 25, which adds further excitement; he may be just hitting his peak.
Josh Bourke, Canadian left tackle, Montreal Alouettes: Bourke has long been one of the CFL's best offensive linemen, with seven East Division all-star nods and two selections as the division's top offensive lineman. He's one of the few Canadians who has proven to be able to consistently protect the quarterback's blind side and do so at an extremely high level. The 33-year-old Bourke is older than everyone else on this list, but many offensive linemen have performed well into their late 30s, and Bourke's combination of skill and passport (combined with an overall group of free-agent linemen that doesn't stand out as much as it often has) may make him in high demand.

https://ca.sports.yahoo.com/blogs/cfl-55-yard-line/five-key-players-to-watch-in-cfl-free-agency-085510697.html

jerrym

02-09-2016, 07:55 AM

Stafford hoping to stay put: Breakout star receiver Kenny Stafford is a pending free agent on Tuesday, but he tweeted Monday that he hopes to stay in Edmonton.

http://www.cfl.ca/2016/02/07/fa-rumour-mill/

Will

02-09-2016, 09:46 AM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">as of right now both Josh Bourke and Winston Venable appear headed for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> unless a deal with <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a> comes together fast <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697067265292828672">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Will

02-09-2016, 09:56 AM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">As per <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless">@garylawless</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/REDBLACKS">@REDBLACKS</a> DLs Shologan & <a href="https://twitter.com/Capy39">@Capy39</a> will hit <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> ➡ <a href="https://t.co/Hkzq5s0efE">https://t.co/Hkzq5s0efE</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> <a href="https://t.co/za9ST5XQyD">pic.twitter.com/za9ST5XQyD</a></p>— CFL (@CFL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL/status/697069914553741312">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">sounds like <a href="https://twitter.com/sskroughriders">@sskroughriders</a> receiver Ryan Smith will hit market. Riders worked for a deal but he wants to see what's out there <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697071027679948805">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">and <a href="https://twitter.com/BCLions">@BCLions</a> are done signing own players. So Hoffman-Ellis, Parks, Andrew Harris, Cord Parks, Khreem Smith will hit <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a> market</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697071464114028545">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Argo

02-09-2016, 09:59 AM

Sign Harris and Harris !

Will

02-09-2016, 10:05 AM

Sign Harris and Harris !

Sign Harris, I can do without Harris.

Will

02-09-2016, 10:06 AM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">And hearing pending <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> Bryan Hall, Emanuel Davis, Bryan Hall, Emanuel Davis, Pascal Lochard & Corey Watman will likely test market <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a></p>— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSNScianitti/status/697058947904245760">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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jerrym

02-09-2016, 10:26 AM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Looks like Capicciotti, Marshall, Smith, Verdone, Green, both Johnsons, DeMarco, Henry, Thompson, Shologan gone. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ottawa?src=hash">#Ottawa</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RedBlacks?src=hash">#RedBlacks</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Tim Baines (@TimCBaines) <a href="https://twitter.com/TimCBaines/status/697075256033316864">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

https://twitter.com/TimCBaines/status/697075256033316864

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Coming up in 10 minutes, <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12">@JDunk12</a> takes over <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@CFL</a> to answer YOUR <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> questions. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> <a href="https://t.co/39SQMb1ikF">pic.twitter.com/39SQMb1ikF</a></p>— CFL (@CFL) <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL/status/697077526317961216">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Don't get the sense any <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> team has a bead on Ted Laurent and reported 300 k price tag. He's biggest fish. Not sure he lands today <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697075263671136256">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697075263671136256

Will

02-09-2016, 10:52 AM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">and <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a> have re-signed MItchell White</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697085643311095808">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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jerrym

02-09-2016, 11:08 AM

Kirk Penton discusses the free agents the Bombers might try to sign.

A look at some of the players the Bombers will or should pursue when free agency opens on Tuesday at 11 a.m.:
RB Andrew Harris, B.C. – The soon-to-be 29-year-old Winnipeg native is all set for a homecoming. He produced the second 1,000-yard campaign of his career last season, and he wants to return home to be near his daughter. He's a ratio breaker, and he's better than what the Bombers have had at the tailback position in recent years. Should be a slam dunk.
K/P Justin Medlock, Hamilton – It looks like the Tiger-Cats are letting one of the CFL's most proficient field goal kickers get to free agency, and you can bet the Bombers will give him a call. Medlock has made 87.5% of his field goal kicks over five seasons.
K/P Swayze Waters, Toronto – If Medlock doesn't work out, Waters wouldn't be a terrible second choice. Despite injury woes last season, he told The Sun two weeks ago in Mobile, Ala., that he hired a nutritionist and personal trainer to get into tip-top shape. He was the CFL's special teams player of the year in 2014.
DB/LB Keon Raymond, Calgary – There have been rumours for more than a month that the Bombers are going to go after the versatile 33-year-old. He has recorded nine interceptions over the last two seasons and has 24 in eight years with the Stamps.
DT Ted Laurent, Hamilton – If the big man makes it to free agency, the Bombers owe to their fans to make the call. He's going to cost a ton of money, but he is a stud on the defensive line and he's Canadian. He's the cream of the free agent crop.

http://www.winnipegsun.com/2016/02/08/bombers-gm-walters-ready-to-roll

R.J

02-09-2016, 11:30 AM

$300k is ridiculous, even for Laurent. I would be absolutely floored if any team gave him more than $250k. Heck, even $250k would surprise me a bit.

jerrym

02-09-2016, 12:13 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Chris Getzlaf camp says he's fit and ready to play. Maybe he moves on from <a href="https://twitter.com/sskroughriders">@sskroughriders</a>?</p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697100362621128704">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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Wobbler

02-09-2016, 12:23 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">and <a href="https://twitter.com/sskroughriders">@sskroughriders</a> have closed a deal with DE Dylan Ainsworth and also have signed <b>WR John Chiles</b> pending a physical <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697105437691260929">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote> <script async src="//platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

If this had happened the same time last year, I'd have been upset. But now? We don't need Chiles.

R.J

02-09-2016, 12:29 PM

If this had happened the same time last year, I'd have been upset. But now? We don't need Chiles.
Agreed.

paulwoods13

02-09-2016, 12:38 PM

Yeah, hate to see someone else get him but we can live without him. I'd be super-pissed if it was Inman signing elsewhere, but Chiles never really developed into an Inman clone.

R.J

02-09-2016, 01:19 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Justin Dunk reports Graig Newman going to <a href="https://twitter.com/sskroughriders">@sskroughriders</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697122248981766144">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Canadian DB Graig Newman heading to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Saskatchewan?src=hash">#Saskatchewan</a> on a 2-year deal, per <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> sources. He played for the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Riders?src=hash">#Riders</a> from 2011-2013. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/697121916457459712">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Will

02-09-2016, 01:20 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Hearing <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a> are flying EDM running back John White into Vancouver for a physical.</p>— NEWS 1130 Sports (@NEWS1130Sports) <a href="https://twitter.com/NEWS1130Sports/status/697121442287190017">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-09-2016, 01:21 PM

^Wow; IF White can stay healthy that would be a huge move for the Lions. IMO when healthy the best rb in the CFL.

R.J

02-09-2016, 02:33 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Keith Shologan to the <a href="https://twitter.com/Wpg_BlueBombers">@Wpg_BlueBombers</a> is a done deal. Good, solid Canadian presence on the defensive line for Bombers. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bombers?src=hash">#Bombers</a></p>— David William Naylor (@TSNDaveNaylor) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSNDaveNaylor/status/697140366013816832">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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AngeloV

02-09-2016, 02:47 PM

^Wow; IF White can stay healthy that would be a huge move for the Lions. IMO when healthy the best rb in the CFL.

I'd take Harris over him. IMO Harris is the best all around back in the league.

R.J

02-09-2016, 02:56 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">The <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Riders?src=hash">#Riders</a> have brought in the first member of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Eskimos?src=hash">#Eskimos</a>, inking Canadian guard Andrew Jones. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Kirk Penton (@PentonKirk) <a href="https://twitter.com/PentonKirk/status/697146790038994944">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Will

02-09-2016, 02:57 PM

For a guy who is as controversial as Jones, he does seem to have a group of loyal players willing to follow him.

R.J

02-09-2016, 03:07 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Smith deal signed and announcement from <a href="https://twitter.com/Wpg_BlueBombers">@Wpg_BlueBombers</a> imminent <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697149198957842432">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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WR Ryan Smith

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">BREAKING: <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ticats?src=hash">#Ticats</a> have agreed to terms with former <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a> LB Alex Hoffman-Ellis. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a></p>— Drew Edwards (@scratchingpost) <a href="https://twitter.com/scratchingpost/status/697154622281162752">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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jerrym

02-09-2016, 04:08 PM

Pascal Lochard has signed a two year deal with the Bombers.

<s>#</s>CFL (https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash) <s>#</s>CFLFA (https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash) <s>#</s>Bombers (https://twitter.com/hashtag/Bombers?src=hash)

jerrym

02-09-2016, 04:15 PM

Stamps have kicked the tires on LB JC Sherritt, per source. #CFLFA

R.J

02-09-2016, 04:16 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Veteran Canadian receiver Sam Giguere (<a href="https://twitter.com/SamGiguere">@SamGiguere</a>) agrees on 2-year contract with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AlsMTL?src=hash">#AlsMTL</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Alouettes?src=hash">#Alouettes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Montreal?src=hash">#Montreal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/697166440843988993">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Will

02-09-2016, 04:16 PM

Good! They can have him.

jerrym

02-09-2016, 04:43 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> sources say <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AlsMTL?src=hash">#AlsMTL</a> currently have "best offer" in for Canadian DL Ted Laurent. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Alouettes?src=hash">#Alouettes</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Montreal?src=hash">#Montreal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/697171107875418113">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-09-2016, 05:21 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">DB Brandon Stewart is off to the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BClions?src=hash">#BClions</a> according to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> sources <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Matthew Scianitti (@TSNScianitti) <a href="https://twitter.com/TSNScianitti/status/697182450171170817">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Key piece for <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a> Winston Venable re-signs. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFreeAgency?src=hash">#CFLFreeAgency</a></p>— Rick Moffat (@RickMoffat) <a href="https://twitter.com/RickMoffat/status/697179072342925318">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Can confirm <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a> have signed WR Kenny Stafford <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697171309902467072">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Will

02-09-2016, 05:32 PM

Sorry Rogue, but it looks like BC is closing in on Mike Edem.

R.J

02-09-2016, 05:34 PM

Sorry Rogue, but it looks like BC is closing in on Mike Edem.
I know :(

http://www.argofans.com/showthread.php?3623-Around-the-CFL&p=79076&viewfull=1#post79076

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Canadian DB Mike Edem inks a 2-year contract with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a>. He was a 2013 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> East All-Star as a rookie. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/697187062794076160">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-09-2016, 06:07 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Nick Moore had agreed to terms on a 1-year deal with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/TSN?src=hash">#TSN</a></p>— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) <a href="https://twitter.com/FarhanLaljiTSN/status/697192158873268224">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Did we break the site ?

Will

02-09-2016, 06:11 PM

For a couple of minutes.

ArgoRavi

02-09-2016, 07:42 PM

R.J

02-09-2016, 07:47 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ottawa?src=hash">#Ottawa</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RedBlacks?src=hash">#RedBlacks</a> lose <a href="https://twitter.com/Mr_Consistent_2">@Mr_Consistent_2</a> to <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Montreal?src=hash">#Montreal</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Als?src=hash">#Als</a>. Contract believed to be worth about $90,000 in 2016. Good signing. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Tim Baines (@TimCBaines) <a href="https://twitter.com/TimCBaines/status/697205713370816512">February 9, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-09-2016, 09:03 PM

John White re-signs with Edmonton. It's a two year deal
http://www.esks.com/2016/02/09/john-white-stays-green-gold/

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Source tells me <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Alouettes?src=hash">#Alouettes</a> have re-signed DB Dominique Ellis to a two-year deal</p>— Joey Alfieri (@joeyalfieri) <a href="https://twitter.com/joeyalfieri/status/697238084073754624">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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OV Argo

02-10-2016, 09:37 AM

Who?

Lochard was a pretty good RB with Laval in CIS ball; he is viewed just as a special teamer / 3rd string RB or fullback in the CFL - didn't play any offence with good ole Wally, and would make the Bummers as a ST guy / back-up RB too.

Will

02-10-2016, 11:45 AM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">after 7 years in NFL, Vaughn Martin is coming to <a href="https://twitter.com/CFL">@cfl</a> signing a deal with <a href="https://twitter.com/MTLAlouettes">@MTLAlouettes</a>. Martin was a 5th round pick of Als in 2011 <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/cflfa?src=hash">#cflfa</a></p>— gary lawless (@garylawless) <a href="https://twitter.com/garylawless/status/697461088862908416">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-10-2016, 11:51 AM

^ Huge signing for the Als.

Riders sign Ed Gainey.
http://www.riderville.com/2016/02/09/38919/

Will

02-10-2016, 12:04 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Welcome to the Green & White <a href="https://twitter.com/Multifacet_ED">@Multifacet_ED</a>! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RidersFA?src=hash">#RidersFA</a> <a href="https://t.co/UUhwy5rfsz">pic.twitter.com/UUhwy5rfsz</a></p>— Sask. Roughriders (@sskroughriders) <a href="https://twitter.com/sskroughriders/status/697465697178243072">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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AngeloV

02-10-2016, 12:24 PM

^ Huge signing for the Als.

Riders sign Ed Gainey.
http://www.riderville.com/2016/02/09/38919/

Can Doug Jarvis be far behind? Mario Trembley?

Will

02-10-2016, 12:28 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Seems DB Otha <a href="https://twitter.com/ofosterIII">@ofosterIII</a> poised to become latest former Eskimo to follow HC/GM Chris Jones to Saskatchewan in free agency. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFreeAgency?src=hash">#CFLFreeAgency</a></p>— Dan Ralph (@danralphcp) <a href="https://twitter.com/danralphcp/status/697468686710386688">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Will

02-10-2016, 12:48 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Riders?src=hash">#Riders</a> Sign Free Agent Receiver/Returner Kendial Lawrence-- For info visit <a href="https://t.co/6daryd5q5S">https://t.co/6daryd5q5S</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RidersFA?src=hash">#RidersFA</a> <a href="https://t.co/t6E2IKtDqK">pic.twitter.com/t6E2IKtDqK</a></p>— Sask. Roughriders (@sskroughriders) <a href="https://twitter.com/sskroughriders/status/697476521980772353">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-10-2016, 01:16 PM

As expected; the Riders are loading up on now former Eskimos. I went to check to see if Pat Watkins is a free agent (he isn't). Still, I wouldn't be surprised to see Jones find a way to nab him.

Will

02-10-2016, 01:17 PM

As expected; the Riders are loading up on now former Eskimos. I went to check to see if Pat Watkins is a free agent (he isn't). Still, I wouldn't be surprised to see Jones find a way to nab him.

Chris Jones was not the most popular among several posters here, but he does seem to command the loyalty of his players.

Scooter McCray

02-10-2016, 01:32 PM

Chris Jones was not the most popular among several posters here, but he does seem to command the loyalty of his players.

And he wins wherever he goes. Saskatchewan will be much improved and compete right away.

R.J

02-10-2016, 01:33 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">DB Demond Washington agrees to terms with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ticats?src=hash">#Ticats</a> <a href="https://t.co/ONXwxF1zDM">https://t.co/ONXwxF1zDM</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> <a href="https://t.co/GhWa23iCT5">pic.twitter.com/GhWa23iCT5</a></p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/697487987697938433">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">JC Sherritt re-signs with Edmonton Eskimos. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Scott Mitchell (@ScottMitchellPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottMitchellPM/status/697492948758458368">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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AngeloV

02-10-2016, 02:05 PM

Washington is a good signing for the Cats. I think he's pretty good.

R.J

02-10-2016, 02:24 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CalStampeders?src=hash">#CalStampeders</a> join <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a> fun and sign receiver Bakari Grant to a 1-year contract. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a></p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/697501058470387712">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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gilthethrill

02-10-2016, 02:42 PM

Anything that weakens Hamilton (like Bakari Grant signing with Calgary), makes my day a little better.

R.J

02-10-2016, 03:19 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">.<a href="https://twitter.com/calstampeders">@calstampeders</a> have signed LB Taylor Reed. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) <a href="https://twitter.com/FarhanLaljiTSN/status/697512447679180801">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I’m hearing Taylor Reed is in the 90-100k range. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Scott Mitchell (@ScottMitchellPM) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottMitchellPM/status/697526391785570305">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a> close to a deal with RB Jeremiah Johnson. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) <a href="https://twitter.com/FarhanLaljiTSN/status/697513432401117184">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Hearing the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Riders?src=hash">#Riders</a> are also bringing in running back Curtis Steele, formerly of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Argos?src=hash">#Argos</a>.</p>— Kirk Penton (@PentonKirk) <a href="https://twitter.com/PentonKirk/status/697514643032567808">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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Scooter McCray

02-10-2016, 03:23 PM

Steele is a ST monster too. Holy $#!+. Our special teams are seriously degraded.

OV Argo

02-10-2016, 03:54 PM

Anything that weakens Hamilton (like Bakari Grant signing with Calgary), makes my day a little better.

Disagree - this makes the Ticats better and the Stumps weaker - if they are going to play an over-rated board hands in Grant - terrible receiver who kept getting to play because of his passport.

R.J

02-10-2016, 03:55 PM

terrible receiver who kept getting to play because of his passport.
???
Pretty sure that only applies to Canadians. Not that I think Grant is a great player or anything.

AngeloV

02-10-2016, 04:36 PM

???
Pretty sure that only applies to Canadians. Not that I think Grant is a great player or anything.

Bizarro.

OV Argo

02-10-2016, 04:55 PM

???
Pretty sure that only applies to Canadians. Not that I think Grant is a great player or anything.

Not when mediocre import players keep getting handed playing time - game after game and sometimes season after season - and they are terrible, and Canadians on the same roster get next to zero chance to play at the position. Grant is a classic CFL case of this.

KCargosfan

02-10-2016, 05:05 PM

I would wonder how much the Stamps gave Grant? If they signed him for $60K, that's one thing, but for $90K would be another.

R.J

02-10-2016, 05:39 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a> have inked import OL Levy Adcock, formerly of the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Riders?src=hash">#Riders</a>.</p>— Kirk Penton (@PentonKirk) <a href="https://twitter.com/PentonKirk/status/697549705111166978">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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OV Argo

02-10-2016, 07:04 PM

I would wonder how much the Stamps gave Grant? If they signed him for $60K, that's one thing, but for $90K would be another.

60K is barely above CFL minimum; and I'll bet the only players in the league who make that are new raw rookie imports and young NIs - new draft picks or guys who have just been back-ups or special teamers.

Veteran import players who are viewed as starters = doubtful they sign for anything close to CFL minimum, just like I highly doubt CFL teams attract ex-NFL roster guys with minimum wage - maybe the odd time though.

Speculation / gossip/ guessing / rumours - gotta love the fun CFL $alary talk. Not that I care that much, but IMO there are some real fairy tale, cliched notions about CFL salaries.

Getting back to Bacan'tcatch Grant - we'll see if he makes the Stamps - who lost Rogers to the NFL plus have Fuller as a FA; but if Grant makes their team, what happened to the great scouting by Huff and crew - thought they could find import talent at a dime a dozen pace?; and if that stiff Grant gets playing time while impressive young NI receiver talent like Durant & Charbonneau-Campeau sit on the bench = really sad, but CFL typical, IMO.

OV Argo

02-10-2016, 07:09 PM

And he wins wherever he goes. Saskatchewan will be much improved and compete right away.

Yeah - he did win as a rookie HC (on a season where the seas sorted parted / perfect storm type conditions in the league = Ticats lost Collaros; Stumps were decimated with injuries, Argos folded like a cheap suitcase late in the year; got to play a young Ottawa team in the GC and barely beat them).

Looking forward to see how Jones does in a rebuild job with the Riders where he has total say (GM & HC); if they are sub-500 will it be OK to say he ain't that great of a "winner" after all?

R.J

02-10-2016, 07:27 PM

Jones won the GC in his second season as Head Coach -- Not his rookie season. He's a good head coach and proven winner (has won in all of his CFL stops).

OV Argo

02-10-2016, 08:12 PM

Jones won the GC in his second season as Head Coach -- Not his rookie season. He's a good head coach and proven winner (has won in all of his CFL stops).

Proven winner HC to me is winning multiple GC, multiple first place finishes, multiple years in a row in the play-offs = things like that. Being on the staff of a CFL play-off team - in an 8 or 9 team league - more than once = something I guess.

Cory Chamblin, Ned Flanders (Higgins), the Garden Gnome (Maciocia) and Millanovich have all won GCs as a HC.

Scooter McCray

02-10-2016, 11:13 PM

When he was here in 2012 he ran the US camps and found talent that helped the Argos win the GC. He coached that talent on the defensive side of the ball into a dominant force by the second half of the year. He has done this wherever he has been. He is driven and tireless coach. I don't expect him to win a GC in 2016 but I bet he will be competing for one by the time riders have their new stadium.

KCargosfan

02-11-2016, 01:43 AM

60K is barely above CFL minimum; and I'll bet the only players in the league who make that are new raw rookie imports and young NIs - new draft picks or guys who have just been back-ups or special teamers.

Veteran import players who are viewed as starters = doubtful they sign for anything close to CFL minimum, just like I highly doubt CFL teams attract ex-NFL roster guys with minimum wage - maybe the odd time though.

Speculation / gossip/ guessing / rumours - gotta love the fun CFL $alary talk. Not that I care that much, but IMO there are some real fairy tale, cliched notions about CFL salaries.

Getting back to Bacan'tcatch Grant - we'll see if he makes the Stamps - who lost Rogers to the NFL plus have Fuller as a FA; but if Grant makes their team, what happened to the great scouting by Huff and crew - thought they could find import talent at a dime a dozen pace?; and if that stiff Grant gets playing time while impressive young NI receiver talent like Durant & Charbonneau-Campeau sit on the bench = really sad, but CFL typical, IMO.

I personally wouldn't have given Grant more than $60K.

R.J

02-11-2016, 02:46 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Canadian DL Michael Atkinson (<a href="https://twitter.com/MikeAtkinson99">@MikeAtkinson99</a>) signs 2-year contract with <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Ticats?src=hash">#Ticats</a>. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFL?src=hash">#CFL</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Justin Dunk (@JDunk12) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDunk12/status/697862934307864576">February 11, 2016</a></blockquote>
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R.J

02-11-2016, 04:57 PM

Lions sign rb Anthony Allen.

doubleblue

02-11-2016, 05:20 PM

Lions sign rb Anthony Allen.

Has anybody been impressed with Wally's FA signing's so far.

argolio

02-11-2016, 05:25 PM

Has anybody been impressed with Wally's FA signing's so far.Unless Corey Chamblin totally destroyed his confidence, Allen should be a good signing.

Will

02-11-2016, 05:26 PM

Unless Corey Chamblin totally destroyed his confidence, Allen should be a good signing.

He and Jeremiah Johnson should be a decent 1-2 punch for the Lions.

R.J

02-11-2016, 07:18 PM

Has anybody been impressed with Wally's FA signing's so far.
I have been, though just a little miffed that he signed Edem.

ArgoRavi

02-11-2016, 08:31 PM

Has anybody been impressed with Wally's FA signing's so far.

I like Anthony Allen but I haven't been blown away by anything Wally has done. My expectations for that team aren't very high though which may be colouring my perceptions of what Wally has been doing.

AngeloV

02-11-2016, 10:42 PM

I like Anthony Allen but I haven't been blown away by anything Wally has done. My expectations for that team aren't very high though which may be colouring my perceptions of what Wally has been doing.

Wally's coaching record isn't by accident. He knows what he's doing.

R.J

02-12-2016, 12:41 PM

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-lang="en"><p lang="en" dir="ltr"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BCLions?src=hash">#BCLions</a> close to a deal with RB Jeremiah Johnson. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CFLFA?src=hash">#CFLFA</a></p>— Farhan Lalji (@FarhanLaljiTSN) <a href="https://twitter.com/FarhanLaljiTSN/status/697513432401117184">February 10, 2016</a></blockquote>
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http://www.ottawasun.com/2016/02/11/ex-ottawa-redblacks-running-back-jeremiah-johnson-signs-with-bc-allowing-him-to-be-closer-to-his-family

The B.C. Lions gave him that opportunity Wednesday, signing him to a one-year deal worth about $75,000, a $10,000 bump up from what he made last season with the RedBlacks.

ArgoRavi

02-12-2016, 09:43 PM

http://www.ottawasun.com/2016/02/11/ex-ottawa-redblacks-running-back-jeremiah-johnson-signs-with-bc-allowing-him-to-be-closer-to-his-family

Johnson had been looking to double his salary from last year, according to one article, but didn't end up with anything close to that.

Argo

02-12-2016, 11:52 PM

Johnson had been looking to double his salary from last year, according to one article, but didn't end up with anything close to that.

A superior season, without injury, and he'll probably command such an amount.

R.J

02-13-2016, 02:47 PM

LB James Green (now former Ottawa redblack) has signed with the Calgary Stampeders.
http://www.stampeders.com/2016/02/13/stamps-sign-ex-dino-james-green/

R.J

03-23-2016, 01:05 PM

http://www.bclions.com/2016/03/23/lions-sign-quarterback-keith-price/

A bit surprised; I've continually heard that Price has little interested in being in the CFl - either his tune changed or he likes making some $$$ playing football or riding the pine.

gilthethrill

03-23-2016, 03:50 PM

AngeloV

03-23-2016, 10:40 PM

KCargosfan

03-24-2016, 02:14 AM

Is this the end of Greg McGhee? I would be interested in giving him a TC look if the Lions cut him.

jerrym

04-13-2016, 11:37 AM

The Bombers have signed Jerrel Jernigan.

Jernigan (5-8, 189, Troy, June 14, 1989 in Eufaula, AL) joins the Blue Bombers after four seasons with the New York Giants. Jernigan was originally selected in the third round, 83rd overall by New York in 2011, and appeared in 34 games over four seasons. During that time, he caught 38 receptions for 391 yards and two touchdowns. Jernigan won the Super Bowl with the Giants in 2011, playing in the game as the Giants’ primary kick returner, and was a teammate of current Bomber defensive back Bruce Johnson in New York.
Jernigan played collegiate football at Troy, seeing action in 50 games with 37 starts. He hauled in a school record 262 receptions for 3,128 yards and 18 touchdowns. Jernigan amassed a school and Sun Belt Conference record 5,972 all-purpose yards and totaled 25 touchdowns on 490 touches through his tenure at Troy.

http://www.bluebombers.com/2016/04/12/bombers-add-receiver-jerrel-jernigan-2/

jerrym

04-13-2016, 11:53 AM

The Ticats have extended Peter Dyakowski through 2017.

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats announced Wednesday that the team has signed National Offensive Lineman Peter Dyakowski to a contract extension through the 2017 CFL season.“Peter is a team leader, our longest serving player, and a vital member of our organization both on and off the field,” said Tiger-Cats Vice President of Football Operations and Head Coach Kent Austin.
Dyakowski, who will enter his 10th season with the Tiger-Cats in 2016, has appeared in 132 career CFL regular season games.
He has also seen seven playoff games, including two Grey Cup appearances in 2013 and 2014.
The offensive lineman was an Eastern Division All-Star in 2012 and the Tiger-Cats Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman in 2011.

http://www.chch.com/tiger-cats-sign-pete-dyakowski-contract-extension/