Just when all seems lost, the Calgary Stampeders pull a rabbit out of their hat. Rene Paredes' onside kick to Michael Klukas was one of the most brilliantly executed special teams' plays in recent memory and completely changed the outcome of the game. For this reason, the play deserves a deep dive to examine the … Continue reading The Anatomy of a Play: The Klukas Onside Kick
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2019 CFL Season Predictions
CFL kickoff is tomorrow and everyone has an opinion as to how the season will shake out. I'm no different and here is my 100% accurate prediction of how the season will go that totally won't blow up in my face. West Division 1. BC Lions Predicted Record: 13-5 An offseason of major changes will … Continue reading 2019 CFL Season Predictions
6 Intriguing Players to Watch in the Preseason for each CFL Team
Preseason is the time when jobs are on the line, players are determined to prove themselves and new stars enter the CFL. With the first preseason game kicking off this afternoon, I thought I’d make a list of new faces on each team that I’m excited to see in preseason for each team (yes, even … Continue reading 6 Intriguing Players to Watch in the Preseason for each CFL Team
A Way Too Early Top 30 2020 CFL Draft Prospect Watchlist
The 2019 Draft is in the books, the East-West Bowl has been played and training camp is underway, but for all the excitement about the season, the mind of a draftnik is always on next year. The CFL doesn't release its first prospect ranking until September but here is a way too early list of … Continue reading A Way Too Early Top 30 2020 CFL Draft Prospect Watchlist
2019 CFL Draft Class Rankings and Analysis
With the dust settled and the draft in the bag, I've had time to formulate my thoughts on each team's draft class. This year, I'll still be ranking the draft classes but I've decided to stay away the archaic practice of assigning each pick a letter grade. Instead, I'll be focusing on my own opinion … Continue reading 2019 CFL Draft Class Rankings and Analysis
2019 CFL Mock Draft
Its finally time for my annual eight round CFL mock draft. I asked and you answered, so this will be a predictive mock draft. That means I will be attempting to predict each team's pick and the selections will not necessarily adhere to my own evaluation of the prospects. For a bit of added fun, … Continue reading 2019 CFL Mock Draft
10 Players You’ve Never Heard Of Who Could Be Draft Day Surprises
I love the CFL Draft, that much is obvious, but even on its best day it is the biggest crap shoot in professional sports. I spend hundreds of hours every year evaluating prospects and come draft day there is inevitably a name called I've never even considered. Now that the draft eligible list is public … Continue reading 10 Players You’ve Never Heard Of Who Could Be Draft Day Surprises
2019 CFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Top 5 Quarterbacks
For the first time ever in my evaluations there is a QB class with enough depth and top-tier talent to merit its own prospect ranking. While not all the players listed may ultimately suit up as quarterbacks, the dream of a Canadian starter at the position may be achieved due to this draft. Top … Continue reading 2019 CFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Top 5 Quarterbacks
2019 CFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Top 20 Receivers
When it comes to skill positions, there is no National content more important than receivers. This draft has fantastic depth and high end talent that rivals any draft of this century. Top 20 Receivers 20. Jack McDonald, Calgary Dinos Height: 5’11 / Weight: 210lbs While he hasn’t had a ton of production as … Continue reading 2019 CFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Top 20 Receivers
2019 CFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Top 20 Defensive Backs
If its athletic freaks you’re after, then you are in luck! This is a deep defensive back class that is as fast and physical as I've ever seen. Top 20 Defensive Backs 20. Troy Hansen, Alberta Golden Bears Height: 6’4 / Weight: 212lbs Slower than you would like for a defensive back, Hansen … Continue reading 2019 CFL Draft Prospect Rankings: Top 20 Defensive Backs
