Insight and Analysis

Eskimos sign star QB Trevor Harris through 2020

February 12, 2019 | CFL.ca Staff
The Edmonton Eskimos made a big splash on the opening day of free agency, signing veteran free agent quarterback Trevor Harris.

O’Leary: Thin on linebackers, Dean a big get for Sunderland

February 12, 2019 | Chris O'Leary
CFL.ca’s Chris O’Leary says that Larry Dean fills a much-needed void in the Eskimos linebacking corps, making him a priority get for GM Brock Sunderland.

O’Leary: It’s noon on free agency day, but now what?

February 12, 2019 | Chris O'Leary
As the clock strikes noon, it’s time for the dominoes to fall. CFL.ca’s Chris O’Leary talks about what’s next as free agency gets under way.

O’Leary: Reilly signing is most historic FA coup in decades

February 12, 2019 | Chris O'Leary
With Mike Reilly’s signing in BC all but a done deal, the tectonic plates of the CFL have shifted and the league will be left forever changed in its aftermath says senior writer Chris ...

Steinberg’s MMQB: Can free agency fast-track success?

February 11, 2019 | Pat Steinberg
Free agency can be dangerous, sure, but it can also have its benefits. Pat Steinberg looks back on two teams that, thanks to some savvy spending, turned their fortunes.

Homeward Bound? Local ties could impact free agency

February 10, 2019 | CFL.ca Staff
With nearly 200 pending free agents, including a large handful of those with a Canadian passport, local ties between players and their hometown teams could come into play when the market opens on ...

21 Questions: Thoughts on free agency and the CFL off-season

February 9, 2019 | Jeff Krever
While the quarterbacks are all the talk these days, there are plenty of questions going into Tuesday’s free agent period. CFL.ca’s Jeff Krever writes.

O’Leary: Ambrosie, CFL leaning on Roger Kelly as CFL 2.0 takes off

February 9, 2019 | Chris O'Leary
CFL Commissioner Randy Ambrosie has been leaning on Roger Kelly’s knowledge of global football as CFL 2.0 takes off. CFL.ca’s senior writer Chris O’Leary explains.

Morris: Lewis excited for challenge as Lions running backs coach

February 7, 2019 | Jim Morris
Nik Lewis, an All-Star receiver, is excited for the challenge of coaching the BC Lions running backs. CFL.ca’s Jim Morris explains.

FA Most Wanted: Cunningham flying under the radar

February 6, 2019 | CFL.ca Staff
After flying under the radar for four seasons in Montreal, B.J. Cunningham is poised to be come one of the more intriguing free agents to hit the open market.

Cauz: 9 things I want to see happen in FA19

February 6, 2019 | Matthew Cauz
With free agency less than a week away, CFL.ca’s Matthew Cauz lists nine things he wants to see happen when the market opens on Feb. 12.

Ferguson: Setting the stage for a free agent frenzy

February 5, 2019 | Marshall Ferguson
With CFL free agency just one week away, CFL.ca’s Marshall Ferguson breaks down what’s happened so far – and what to expect on Feb. 12.

Nye: Who will quarterback the Riders in 2019?

February 5, 2019 | Jamie Nye
For the Riders to take the next step, Jeremy O’Day will have to solve the puzzle Chris Jones couldn’t quite crack. CFL.ca’s Jamie Nye writes on the Riders’ quarterback search.

O’Leary: Coaches, GMs proud to celebrate Black History Month

February 4, 2019 | Chris O'Leary
As Black History Month begins, coaches and general managers across the league are proud to celebrate the trailblazers that came before them. CFL.ca’s senior writer Chris O’Leary writes.

Steinberg’s MMQB: The clock is ticking

February 4, 2019 | Pat Steinberg
It’s decision time for Bo Levi Mitchell. Plus, are the Ticats the early off-season winners? Monday Morning Quarterback Pat Steinberg writes.

Onyeka finding perspective after season-ending injury

February 3, 2019 | Mike Hogan
After a devastating season-ending injury, Argos linebacker Nakas Onyeka kept a positive mindset. Now he’s ready to make a comeback in 2019. Mike Hogan writes.

Gaitor, Bombers have ‘unfinished business’ heading into 2019

February 2, 2019 | Ed Tait
Anthony Gaitor signed a two-year contract extension with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and knows his team has unfinished business heading into the 2019 season. BlueBombers.com’s Ed Tait writes.

Ferguson: For QBs, free agency could be a game of musical chairs

February 2, 2019 | Marshall Ferguson
With several of the league’s top quarterbacks pending free agency, CFL.ca’s Marshall Ferguson is dreaming up all the possibilities.

A team by team look at the Mike Reilly sweepstakes

February 1, 2019 | Jeff Krever
With Mike Reilly on his way to becoming the most hyped CFL free agent ever, Jeff Krever breaks down each team’s chances of landing the league’s No. 1 quarterback.

Position of Strength: O-linemen the lifeblood of CFL free agency

February 1, 2019 | CFL.ca Staff
Even with Matthias Goossen retiring and Shane Bergman returning to Calgary, the 2019 free agent class boasts an impressive group of offensive linemen.
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