Henry Burris better not be a stamp next year!

[Shazam]

According to the FAN960, John Grace was released today.

[Flames in 07]

I'm giving up my tickets for next year as well.

For those that try to equate the size of the cities with how many people should come to a football game ... there are dozens of reasons why that makes no sense.

First of all, CFL football is the best ticket in town, unless you are into the Regina Rams, or spend all your money on WHL, the CFL is what you follow. Here it is something to follow so long as the NHL doesn't distract you. As well, the city has ... ummm, let's say a different demographic, especially lately. Less % of the people are into drinkin at the ball field. And as well, the bigger the city, the bigger the expectations.

I for one, think that Mcmahon is a garbage stadium, with garbage amenities, garbage gameday management, garbage food serivce, garbage parking and the CFL is simply an OK product. I'd rather take the season ticket money and go to a game in Denver or Columbus.

[cgy2london]

who do you replace him with?

[JohnnyFlame]

Originally Posted by Flames in 07

I'm giving up my tickets for next year as well.

For those that try to equate the size of the cities with how many people should come to a football game ... there are dozens of reasons why that makes no sense.

First of all, CFL football is the best ticket in town, unless you are into the Regina Rams, or spend all your money on WHL, the CFL is what you follow. Here it is something to follow so long as the NHL doesn't distract you. As well, the city has ... ummm, let's say a different demographic, especially lately. Less % of the people are into drinkin at the ball field. And as well, the bigger the city, the bigger the expectations.

I for one, think that Mcmahon is a garbage stadium, with garbage amenities, garbage gameday management, garbage food serivce, garbage parking and the CFL is simply an OK product. I'd rather take the season ticket money and go to a game in Denver or Columbus.

LOL I would agree with your view of McMahon completely but I go to CFL games as a fairweather fan. Nice summer night with the buddies and we just have fun -- the game, unless it's an exciting one, is something going on while we shoot the breeze!!!

[Thunderball]

Originally Posted by cgy2london

who do you replace him with?

To me, I see a few options:

- Garcia makes 710k base salary with Philadelphia as their backup. He's 36, which means potentially 2-3 more good years at the CFL level, minimum. Offer him somewhere between 300 and 500k + Grey Cup bonus, and see what happens. (Then drop Burris)

- Trade Burris for Maas. Neither team seems happy with their man, so swap them, maybe they can both reach potential in new cities.

- Attempt to poach one of Montreal, Toronto or BC for their QB depth. Potentially most attainable that would actually be an upgrade: Dickenson, Jackson, Calvillo, Palmer.

- Pick up a few young guys and hope one has what it takes to supplant Burris. This is the cheapest way, and the most likely, despite the Stamps inability to find good young QBs post-Buono.

[troutman]

Bruce Threadgill may be available.

[STAMPEDRED]

Originally Posted by Thunderball

To me, I see a few options:

- Garcia makes 710k base salary with Philadelphia as their backup. He's 36, which means potentially 2-3 more good years at the CFL level, minimum. Offer him somewhere between 300 and 500k + Grey Cup bonus, and see what happens. (Then drop Burris)

- Trade Burris for Maas. Neither team seems happy with their man, so swap them, maybe they can both reach potential in new cities.



- Pick up a few young guys and hope one has what it takes to supplant Burris. This is the cheapest way, and the most likely, despite the Stamps inability to find good young QBs post-Buono.

Personally I would rather have Burris than Maas.
Maas has way less confidence or solid playing ability for that matter.

Sure Burris has his issues, but he is better (seemingly anyways) at working as a team with his team-mates. Maybe it isn't the best route for him, but he doesn't always shoulder the blame and I think that is sometimes wise to say "hey, this is a team game, not individuals".

Remember "remember the titans"?? They're motivating line was individually they are far from perfecr, but as a team they are perfect... didn't hurt to be undefeated either but ya know !

I think if this team would pull together as a team, then we have a pretty good package with what we got. Burris deserves some of the blame, but he is one cog of the team.

Unfortunately for him is he is often the goat... he is shaky at times and brilliant at others, but if his team is clicking and gelling around him, I think he is much better at working well with them within the diameters of how they can play as opposed to what Maas can, or more realistically CAN'T, bring to the table!

You don't swap a QB from a team that has turned around with him for one that sure didn't do a whole lot in Hamilton this year. He is not a QB who gets you motivated but rather depressed cause he doesn't seem to know how to lighten up a little and enjoy the game!

Just my thoughts without a slanted rant today!

[rubecube]

Originally Posted by Thunderball

To me, I see a few options:

- Garcia makes 710k base salary with Philadelphia as their backup. He's 36, which means potentially 2-3 more good years at the CFL level, minimum. Offer him somewhere between 300 and 500k + Grey Cup bonus, and see what happens. (Then drop Burris)

No chance in hell this happens. I'd like the Stamps to take a strong look at Marcus Brady. I know he struggled with Hamilton but he was great when he filled in for Damon Allen in Tor. Not saying he's the solution, but he's worth a look.

[calf]

Originally Posted by rubecube

No chance in hell this happens. I'd like the Stamps to take a strong look at Marcus Brady. I know he struggled with Hamilton but he was great when he filled in for Damon Allen in Tor. Not saying he's the solution, but he's worth a look.

I'd probably add Rocky Butler to that list. There's no way he's starter material, yet, but he'll push Hank more than McManus or Corley. Butler's a guy who's been starving for a chance in Saskatchewan (ie, has been around the CFL, which is better than bringing in some NFL cast off), but with Joseph and Crandell there, he's not going to get it anytime soon. He showed some success in Saskatchewan this year when he was given a chance. He's not the best new thing, but would be better for QB depth & competition at QB.

[STAMPEDRED]

I think you are right about Butler there Calf. I was watching a couple games this year with him in it and he looked pretty darn good! So good in fact I wrote my broher inlaw-inlaw! a compliment about his team!

And that was only cause we weren't playing them of course!

Of all the QB's mentioned, he would be the best fit IMO and would probably compliment Burris much better than a Danny Mac has!

On top of this, it would sure sack it to the riders if we got another of their QB's - and one who seems to have serious potential/upside to him!

[Red Mile Style]

Originally Posted by calf

I'd probably add Rocky Butler to that list. There's no way he's starter material, yet, but he'll push Hank more than McManus or Corley. Butler's a guy who's been starving for a chance in Saskatchewan (ie, has been around the CFL, which is better than bringing in some NFL cast off), but with Joseph and Crandell there, he's not going to get it anytime soon. He showed some success in Saskatchewan this year when he was given a chance. He's not the best new thing, but would be better for QB depth & competition at QB.

Damn you calf!!! Stop stealing our quarterbacks!!!

[rubecube]

On a side note, whatever happened to Jason Gesser? I thought he had some potential.

[calf]

Originally Posted by rubecube

On a side note, whatever happened to Jason Gesser? I thought he had some potential.

Gesser sucked...zero arm strength. I wanted to see Danny Wimprine develop a little more. Sort of reminded me of Brett Favre