Tyler Holmes again

[Wobbler]

This recent article (http://www.ottawasun.com/2012/07/26/merivale-graduate-ready-to-take-shot-at-nfl) in the Ottawa Sun talks about Holmes and his experience in the Vikings camp. It provides some background and also touches on something we've discussed before: that many/most players aim for the NFL. Another recent article about Zach Collaros (http://news.cincinnati.com/article/20120720/SPT0101/307200054/Collaros-hopes-northern-route-leads-NFL?odyssey=nav|head) makes the same point.

<Shrug> I think it's a fact of life rather than a problem.

[KCargosfan]

When the minimum in one league is $390K and it's $44K in the other, it's not too hard to figure out. Not a problem, like you said, just reality. Holmes is likely getting $25K or more just to show up to training camp.

I don't think Holmes will make the Vikings, but it will be interesting to see if he makes their practice roster.

[1argoholic]

If they dollar figures were reversed it would be every kids dream to play in the CFL.

[argolio]

According to this report, at best he'll make the practice squad:
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1303130-report-card-grades-for-minnesota-vikings-rookie-through-preseason-week-2/page/2

[ArgoRavi]

According to this report, at best he'll make the practice squad:
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1303130-report-card-grades-for-minnesota-vikings-rookie-through-preseason-week-2/page/2

Edmonton fans will be interested in another one of those players - Austin Pasztor.

[Nob]

I don't think you can say that it is a fact of life and dismiss it as not being a problem. Clearly it is both.

It is going to put a premium on Canadian talent throughout the league. I think that you might see some teams lock up their NI talent, and/or overpay NI players. I didn't like what Barker did with free agency and the draft in terms of addressing the NI talent. However, he gets bonus marks for signing Spencer and Boulay.

[Wobbler]

You can choose to regard it as a problem if you want, but every team is faced with the same challenge when acquiring new players or their rights. Personally I think the fact that personnel decisions aren't just about talent and salary adds an interesting wrinkle to the CFL.

[gilthethrill]

The Argos have also had competition with Kijiji when trying to sign draft picks....