Insight and Analysis
Campbell: Can the Esks complete the sweep?
In a battle for first place in the West Division this week, the Eskimos attempt to sweep the season series against the Calgary Stampeders, explains Dave Campbell.
Moffat: Alouettes cool and collected despite loss
After being blown out in a game for the first time all season, the Alouettes’ Jim Popp and Marc Trestman are continuing to push all the right buttons, none of which say panic.
Cauz: Dissecting the Labour Day Classique
Following Hamilton’s victory over the Montreal Alouettes on Labour Day, Matthew Cauz presents a play-by-play analysis of why Hamilton was so successful against the Als
Irving: What is wrong with Fred Reid?
What has happened to Winnipeg Blue Bombers veteran running back Fred Reid? CFL.ca’s Bob Irving has a few ideas of what may be wrong with last year’s leading rusher.
Landry: Argos aim to straighten course with Jyles
Don Landry investigates the Argos’ Labour Day adjustments, arguing that a stronger team is on the horizon with Steven Jyles at quarterback after Cleo Lemon was released Tuesday.
Steinberg: Monday Morning QB for Week #10
A little later by virtue of the long weekend, so it’s Pat Steinberg’s Monday Morning Quarterback… on Tuesday! Week 10 brought some very good performances and some emotional wins.
Campbell: Labour Day is not a day for excuses
The Eskimos need to take care of their own business on Monday, because the team across from them on simply doesn’t care about their injury problems explains CFL.ca’s Dave Campbell.
Nye: Riders must answer the bell on Labour Day
A lot has changed for the Roughriders since they last took to the field against the Argonauts two weeks ago. Jamie Nye explains why the team has no more excuses.
Zwelling: Rideau bulks up to reach new heights
On Labour Day weekend of 2010, receiver Brandon Rideau lost his job. And for the 360-odd days since, he’s been working hard to make sure it never happens again.
Landry: Durie using Pinball as motivation
Since arriving in the CFL in 2007, Andre Durie has been keeping a childhood memory of the legendary “Pinball” Clemons as his motivation to succeed. Don Landry explains.
Irving: Bombers have no shortage of depth
Depth is something all CFL teams strive to develop. The ones that do it most successfully are usually near the top of the standings, as in the case of the 2011 Blue Bombers.
Obrand: A promising second half looms
With Scotiabank Labour Day Weekend set to kick off the second half of the season, CFL.ca’s Richard Obrand examines four stories to keep an eye on from now until November.
Moffat: Hopkins, Floyd happy to be Alouettes
With the Als set to take on Winnipeg three times in the next six weeks, former Bombers Moton Hopkins and Perry Floyd are looking forward to seeing their old teammates.
Cauz: Dreaming of CFL fantasy football
Who would you take first in your CFL fantasy draft? Would you take Avon Cobourne at tailback? Or Henry Burris at QB? Matthew Cauz breaks it all down for you right here.
Steinberg: Monday Morning QB for Week #9
Keon Raymond’s fourth quarter interception was one of this week’s highlights for Pat Steinberg. Find out what else impressed him in this week’s edition of MMQB.
Pedersen: It’s Miller time for Riders
Exactly 11 days after the firings of head coach Greg Marshall and offensive coordinator Doug Berry, Ken Miller is preparing for his first game back as head coach of the Riders.
Landry: Boatmen leaving stormy seas behind?
At 2- 6, the Argos aren’t where they imagined they’d be, but there are reasons for optimism according to Don Landry. The next few weeks are crucial for providing the answers.
Zwelling: Arthur aims to add to his trophy case
Jabari Arthur’s trophy case that sits inside his Montreal home is a reminder of what hard work can accomplish. Heading into the 2011 season, he was determined to add to it.
Mullin: Leos aim to rebound post bye week
After the BC Lions’ blowout win going into the break, Jim Mullin assesses whether the team’s 2-6 record is representative and whether they’ll be making a second half run.
Higgins: Parker interception and more questions
In this week’s Ask the Ref, Tom Higgins discusses a confusing call in the Riders vs. Argos game and answers more of your questions. Send in your questions to asktheref@cfl.ca
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