Insight and Analysis

Nye: An entire province’s love affair with the Riders

October 7, 2012 | Jamie Nye
A key contributor to the first installment of the Engraved on a Nation series, CFL.ca’s Jamie Nye explains how one moment galvanized an already rabid fan base.

Morris: Lions offence making adjustments on the fly

October 5, 2012 | Jim Morris
For Travis Lulay, not having two future hall-of-fame receivers is like losing your favourite pair of shoes. Breaking in a new pair can be painful.

Campbell: Esks hoping coaching shuffle sparks offence

October 4, 2012 | dave-campbell
Dave Campbell takes a look at an Eskimos offence entering Week 15 with a new philosophy and new leadership as they host the Ticats tonight at Commonwealth.

Pedersen: Playing with Rider Pride

October 2, 2012 | Rod Pedersen
CFL.ca’s Rod Pederson believes that there’s something special going on in Rider Nation lately, and thinks the good times are just beginning.

Campbell: Nichols confident in leading Esks into Calgary

September 28, 2012 | dave-campbell
In one of their most crucial games of the season, the Eskimos are looking towards Matt Nichols to get them back in the win column, says CFL.ca’s Dave Campbell.

Stephen: Armstead ready to debut for Stampeders

September 28, 2012 | mark-stephen
With Larry Taylor and LaMarcus Coker sidelined with injuries, the Stamps are excited to be re-introducing an old face to the return game, says Mark Stephen.

Landry: Can Jackson strong-arm the Argos?

September 27, 2012 | Don Landry
CFL.ca’s Don Landry looks into how Jarious Jackson may fare in an offence that wasn’t exactly designed around a signal-caller with his skill-set.

Morris: Mitchell not a distraction to BC teammates

September 27, 2012 | Jim Morris
With Khalif Mitchell under the spotlight yet again in BC, Jim Morris caught up with his teammates to discover another side to the maligned DT.

Linebacker Marcus Ball a dream fit for Argos

September 27, 2012 | Jeff Krever
Argos linebacker Marcus Ball is turning heads in his rookie season, as he continues to fit in with his new family – Chris Jones’ defence.

Moffat: Als hoping Trent’s the Guy on special teams

September 26, 2012 | rick-moffat
Rick Moffat report from Als training camp where he believes the Als have finally found the answer to their lengthy kick returner problem.

Dunk: A new-look Ticat backfield in the works?

September 25, 2012 | Justin Dunk
CFL.ca’s Justin Dunk reports from Ticats practice where coach George Cortez hinted at the possibility of the Ticats releasing a two-headed monster in their backfield.

Irving: Is there new hope in Winnipeg?

September 25, 2012 | Bob Irving
On the heels of a huge win against Hamilton, Bob Irving explains that not all hope is lost in Winnipeg as the Bombers still sit somewhat in reach of a playoff spot.

Pedersen: Is the fun just beginning for the Riders?

September 25, 2012 | Rod Pedersen
It is clear that if the Roughriders are going to get back to the CFL playoffs in 2012, it’s up to a few key assets to lead them there.

Steinberg’s MMQB: Playoff picture becoming more crowded

September 24, 2012 | Pat Steinberg
With Winnipeg coming up with a big win Friday night and Edmonton dropping another one Saturday, the CFL is as wide open as it’s been all year long.

Campbell: Kelly set to instill wisdom on Esks offence

September 21, 2012 | dave-campbell
With Edmonton offence having trouble putting points on the board, Kavis Reed brought in an old face to help try and rejuvinate the unit, says CFL.ca’s Dave Campbell.

Landry: Owens has habit of stepping up against Als

September 21, 2012 | Don Landry
As Toronto heads to Montreal to take on the Als this weekend, Don Landry tries to find out what exactly makes Chad Owens so effective against his former club.

Dunk: Tiger-Cats not ready to stop digging any time soon

September 21, 2012 | Justin Dunk
Despite notching a hard-earned win over the Edmonton Eskimos, CFL.ca’s Justin Dunk says the Tiger-Cats aren’t prepared to stop digging any time soon.

Stephen: One game at a time for Stampeders

September 20, 2012 | mark-stephen
While the Stampeders are going by the mantra of one game at a time, CFL.ca’s Mark Stephen says they have every reason to look ahead at their upcoming schedule.

Nye: Chamblin means business with guarantee

September 20, 2012 | Jamie Nye
Jobs are on the line this week in Riderville, as Head Coach Corey Chamblin made a gutsy guarantee and a tough challenge to his players heading into Sunday’s game.

Moffat: The ‘lion’ knows his horses

September 19, 2012 | rick-moffat
With Brandon Whitaker out, Victor Anderson is now the man in Montreal’s backfield. As Rick Moffat, explains, there is a lot more to the rookie RB than many know.
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