Fatty Liver

I'd guess the Bombers front office isn't the most savvy social media bunch and they probably chose to ignore Farhan's comment on purpose, but I don't think they should let this controversy fester. Either they or LaPo should make a statement to set the record straight, especially if there is no discord among parties. In the least they could prod Bob Irving into putting out a tweet to clarify the situation. We need some facts to stuff down Riderfans throats!

I don't agree, Demski's versatility as a RB/receiver makes him difficult to replace, the only other player currently on the team that can fulfill that role is Flanders and we've seen the problems getting him on the roster. A key element of LaPo's playbook is creating distractions away from Harris so defences can't key on him, that includes running and passing options and Demski adds both.

Hiring Buck is an option but it certainly isn't a given.

Whether LaPo is happy or not, I'm just glad the Bombers have a G.M. in place with enough common sense and the cojones to say N.F.W.. If LaPo is so offended that he wishes to leave the team at the end of this season it gives them a full year to search for his replacement. It's probably happening anyway, so best prepare.

Great, you're happy for Chris Jones, you should be equally happy with the mess he left the team in. Enjoy it.

Sure doesn't sound like something Paul would do, he's too smart to ruffle feathers. Awaiting his concise response.

Depends if there is any truth to it. I rather doubt there is.

Walters did not directly say they would allow or deny LaPo permission in his recent press-conference but he definitely mentioned the timing being a concern. Jump to the 10:20 mark of this video. https://www.bluebombers.com/2019/01/16/kyle-walters-offseason-update/

The thought of the Bombers denying them an interview with LaPo is already giving me a woody.

I wish all the DB's were that size!

6’3, 209

Jones seems to have very good mobility, could be a replacement for JSK if they can't re-sign him.

Nice try but Jones was not hired by the Browns organization but his buddy Freddy Kitchens who was hired as the Browns H.C. on Jan. 12th, it may not have been a sure thing that Kitchens would get the job but chances are he had discussions with Jones about the matter prior to that date. If there was any chance of leaving Jones should have rightfully delayed signing his contract extension and those of his coordinators until the door was officially closed. This did not come out of the blue as many Rider supporters are claiming.

That should kill any interest LaPo may have had in the job.

Butler is listed on the CFL F.A. list and so is Durant. https://www.cfl.ca/fa19/#TORFA

I think he chooses retirement rather than trying to catch on with another team, it was a similar situation last year if I recall correctly. He's already involved in a career as a Certified Financial Planner in Pittsburgh. http://hbkswealth.com/staff/ian-wild/

Wowzers.

Same goes for Ernest Jackson, SJ Green or any other receiver that peaked 3 years ago.

I think he was referring to Simonise, hints are "very fast" and "give him the playing time".

Hopefully after last season's Bowman and Durant debacles, Walters reevaluates his pursuit of older F.A.'s and concentrates on retaining his own players first. At this point I'd much rather see them bring in new talent at places of need rather than rely on paying hefty salaries for established league veterans. Such is the case that the economics of re-signing Bighill, Chungh, Goosen, Bryant, etc. must be balanced out with a flow of new cheaper talent. Time to make the scouts earn their pay-cheques and not rely on F.A. to fix all inadequacies.

Bombers aren't standing in his way but his wife is currently standing between Paul and his cell phone with a bat in hand.

That is literally the worst movie trailer I've ever seen in my life, effective though, I know one movie I'm not watching.

He's got to feel good about his chance of winning a G.C. this year, especially if the Stamps lose BLM. If he wants the Riders H.C. job it will be there waiting for him next year.

Would they not be able to shed some of the lower rank coaches?