Insight and Analysis
Pedersen: Re-tooled Riders enter camp with plenty of competition
On the eve of training camp, CFL.ca columnist Rod Pederson breaks down some of the competition that has been created in Riderville after an off-season of change.
Stephen: Tate ready for big red spotlight
After spending the better part of three seasons on the sideline behind Henry Burris, the big red spotlight is finally on Stamps QB Drew Tate.
Moffat: What more does AC have to prove?
As he inches closer to turning 40 years old, Anthony Calvillo sits down with Rick Moffat to reflect on what’s left to accomplish in the twilight of his career.
Campbell: Life after Ray, who takes over?
Steven Jyles? Kerry Joseph? Eric Ward? Matt Nichols? Jeremiah Masoli? Which one of these QBs is the pivot of the future for the Edmonton Eskimos?
Irving: Improved offence key for 2012 Bombers
Though they managed to reach the Grey Cup last season, Bombers coach Paul LaPolice knows his offence will need a much better showing if they intend on making it back.
Morris: Surprising off-season for Lions
With the returns of impact players such as Khalif Mitchell and Joval Olafioye, Lions head coach Mike Benevides will have plenty of talent to work with heading into the 2012 season.
Moffat: No first-round pick for Als? No problem
For the first time in over a decade, the Montreal Alouettes will be without a first-round pick in the draft. And according to Rick Moffat, the Als are fine with it.
Irving: Full steam ahead for 2012 Bombers
A new stadium, a new offensive coordinator and some new players on the field have the Blue Bombers excited at the prospect of repeating their performance from last season.
Dunk: Cortez, O’Billovich eager for draft day
If history is any indication of what is to come, then expect plenty of action from Tiger-Cats Vice-President of Football Operations Bob O’Billovich on draft day.
Dunk: Tiger-Cats reloading for 2012 season
If their off-season additions aren’t enough evidence, the Tiger-Cats have been reloading their roster in preparation for the 2012 season, one which they expect to make a lot of noise.
Landry: Rivals come together during off-season
They’ll have no love for each other once July arrives, but in the off-season, opponents can put the gridiron animosity aside for the greater good, and work out under the same roof.
Pedersen: Changes abound for Roughriders
More than just the coaching staff has changed for the Saskatchewan Roughriders. Rod Pedersen takes a look ahead to the 2012 Canadian Football League season.
Campbell: Change is good for Eskimos
He has felt the wrath of the entire Edmonton Eskimos fanbase, but GM Eric Tillman is confident in his free agency strategy, explains CFL.ca columnist Dave Campbell.
Moffat: Als prepare defensive counterattack
An arms race worthy of the Cold War has escalated offensive firepower in the CFL East, but the Als appear to be strengthening the defensive bunkers on their own terms.
Cauz: Defending the Peg’s free agency approach
Matthew Cauz examines the Blue Bomber’s free agency philosophy, and despite comparisons with the flashier Ticats arrangements, won’t discount the Peg for the 2012 season.
Landry: Do the new pieces solve Argos’ puzzle?
Don Landry takes a look at the Argos off-season, balancing out the excitement of the Ricky Ray acquisiton with the heartache of losing Byron Parker and Kevin Eiben.
Stephen: Stamps focus on internal improvements
While other teams have taken a more aggressive approach to free agency, the Calgary Stampeders have focused on strengthening the team in house.
Nye: Did the Riders win the free agency war?
The Roughriders won big by solidifying their offensive line with Brendan LaBatte and Dominic Picard, but Andy Fantuz’s move to Hamilton is a big loss the team.
Irving: Joe Mack’s calm approach to free agency
Bob Irving details the Winnipeg Blue Bombers methodical approach to the free agency period, with GM Joe Mack’s opposition to bidding wars for free agents on full display.
Irving: Bombers’ quiet approach to free agency
Bob Irving details the Winnipeg Blue Bombers methodical approach to the free agency period, with GM Joe Mack’s opposition to bidding wars for free agents on full display.
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