CFL 2003: YTD 4 - 4 = - 0.20 units
1) Toronto -5.0 -110 ( 1 unit)
2) SASKATCHEWAN AT CALGARY Under +50.0 -110 ( 1 unit)
1) Toronto -5.0 -110 ( 1 unit)
2) SASKATCHEWAN AT CALGARY Under +50.0 -110 ( 1 unit)
Cfl Week 7:
- Thread starter TORONTO-VIGILANTE
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CFL Preview - British Columbia (4-2) at Toronto (3-3)
From The Sports Network
By Ted Michaels, CFL Editor
DATE & TIME, Friday, August 1st, 7 p.m. (et).
GAME NOTES: BC Lions Quarterback Dave Dickinson was en route to another great performance when he received what Lions' fans hope is not a bad break.
Dickinson had completed 17-of-23 passes for 243 touchdowns when he was replaced in the third quarter after suffering a break of the ring finger on his left hand. At that point, the Lions had a 24-12 lead and went on to beat Ottawa 37-19.
Kevin Anderson set the tone early with a 52-yard TD run just over one minute into the game. Later in the first, Dickenson hit Frank Cutolo with a 17-yard TD pass, and in the second, found Jason Clermont with a four-yard TD pass.
After Dickenson left the game, backup Spergon Wynn took over and didn?t fare too badly. Wynn completed 6-of-9 passes for 52 yards and one touchdown to Clermont, who had four catches in total for 35 yards and two touchdowns. The go-to-guy in the win was Ryan Thelwell, with six catches for 90 yards. Slotback Geroy Simon, for the first time this season, didn?t score a TD, but did have four grabs for 43 yards.
Dickenson underwent surgery Tuesday to have two pins inserted into the finger. One other injury of note -- linebacker Carl Kidd also underwent surgery this week to have stabilizing pins put in the index finger of his right hand and the ring finger of his left after breaking both fingers in the win over Ottawa.
The Argos head into this match off a 41-24 road win in Calgary Saturday night. The ageless one, quarterback Damon Allen, returned from a hand injury to throw three TD passes. Allen connected with Mike Morreale, James Hundon and Brian Humphrey for the majors, and Orlondo Steinauer returned an interception for another touchdown.
The Argos scored 28 points off Calgary turnovers in the win, with their defense getting four interceptions and also recovered two Stampeder fumbles. One not-so-bright note in the win was the penalty parade. Toronto was flagged 12 times for 107 yards.
Allen?s numbers on the evening: 18-of-31 for 219 yards, with three touchdowns and no interceptions. Michael Bishop played a bit as well, completing 2-of-3 for 68 yards and one touchdown, a 10-yarder to Tony Miles. His other completion was a beauty, a 58-yard bomb to Bashir Levingstone in the first quarter, a pass that probably went over 60 yards in the air.
The numbers: BC won the first meeting between these two teams this season, 30-27. In the last 10 games, the teams have each won five. And, here?s one more number to watch. Allen needs just 143 passing yards to hit the 60,000- yard career passing mark. Only two quarterbacks have more yardage than Allen: Warren Moon, who threw for 70,325 yards in both the CFL and NFL, and former Miami Dolphins pivot Dan Marino, with 61,361.
Keys to the game: can BC keep the ball away from Allen? In the victory over Ottawa, the Lions had the ball for 36 minutes and 57 seconds. The Argo defense is slowly turning into one of the best in the league. It's combined for 13 interceptions, seven fumble recoveries and has scored five touchdowns. I don?t like BC?s chances without Dickenson at the helm. Toronto will have both running back Michael Jenkins and slotback Derrell Mitchell back, after both missed three games. Allen turned 40 this week. He?s playing very well, so, it will be a happy birthday for Marcus Allen?s baby brother this week.
Sports Network predicted outcome: Toronto 32, BC 20.
From The Sports Network
By Ted Michaels, CFL Editor
DATE & TIME, Friday, August 1st, 7 p.m. (et).
GAME NOTES: BC Lions Quarterback Dave Dickinson was en route to another great performance when he received what Lions' fans hope is not a bad break.
Dickinson had completed 17-of-23 passes for 243 touchdowns when he was replaced in the third quarter after suffering a break of the ring finger on his left hand. At that point, the Lions had a 24-12 lead and went on to beat Ottawa 37-19.
Kevin Anderson set the tone early with a 52-yard TD run just over one minute into the game. Later in the first, Dickenson hit Frank Cutolo with a 17-yard TD pass, and in the second, found Jason Clermont with a four-yard TD pass.
After Dickenson left the game, backup Spergon Wynn took over and didn?t fare too badly. Wynn completed 6-of-9 passes for 52 yards and one touchdown to Clermont, who had four catches in total for 35 yards and two touchdowns. The go-to-guy in the win was Ryan Thelwell, with six catches for 90 yards. Slotback Geroy Simon, for the first time this season, didn?t score a TD, but did have four grabs for 43 yards.
Dickenson underwent surgery Tuesday to have two pins inserted into the finger. One other injury of note -- linebacker Carl Kidd also underwent surgery this week to have stabilizing pins put in the index finger of his right hand and the ring finger of his left after breaking both fingers in the win over Ottawa.
The Argos head into this match off a 41-24 road win in Calgary Saturday night. The ageless one, quarterback Damon Allen, returned from a hand injury to throw three TD passes. Allen connected with Mike Morreale, James Hundon and Brian Humphrey for the majors, and Orlondo Steinauer returned an interception for another touchdown.
The Argos scored 28 points off Calgary turnovers in the win, with their defense getting four interceptions and also recovered two Stampeder fumbles. One not-so-bright note in the win was the penalty parade. Toronto was flagged 12 times for 107 yards.
Allen?s numbers on the evening: 18-of-31 for 219 yards, with three touchdowns and no interceptions. Michael Bishop played a bit as well, completing 2-of-3 for 68 yards and one touchdown, a 10-yarder to Tony Miles. His other completion was a beauty, a 58-yard bomb to Bashir Levingstone in the first quarter, a pass that probably went over 60 yards in the air.
The numbers: BC won the first meeting between these two teams this season, 30-27. In the last 10 games, the teams have each won five. And, here?s one more number to watch. Allen needs just 143 passing yards to hit the 60,000- yard career passing mark. Only two quarterbacks have more yardage than Allen: Warren Moon, who threw for 70,325 yards in both the CFL and NFL, and former Miami Dolphins pivot Dan Marino, with 61,361.
Keys to the game: can BC keep the ball away from Allen? In the victory over Ottawa, the Lions had the ball for 36 minutes and 57 seconds. The Argo defense is slowly turning into one of the best in the league. It's combined for 13 interceptions, seven fumble recoveries and has scored five touchdowns. I don?t like BC?s chances without Dickenson at the helm. Toronto will have both running back Michael Jenkins and slotback Derrell Mitchell back, after both missed three games. Allen turned 40 this week. He?s playing very well, so, it will be a happy birthday for Marcus Allen?s baby brother this week.
Sports Network predicted outcome: Toronto 32, BC 20.
CFL Preview - Saskatchewan (4-2) at Calgary (2-4)
From The Sports Network
By Ted Michaels, CFL Editor
DATE & TIME, Friday, August 1st, 10 p.m. (et).
GAME NOTES: The Saskatchewan Roughriders sent a huge message to the rest of the nation last Friday night...they are for real.
The Riders beat Edmonton 32-14 in front of a home sellout in Regina last week. A big factor in the win was quarterback Nealon Greene. The Clemson grad ran for 89 yards and passed for 221 more in the victory. The running game allowed Saskatchewan to keep the ball for 36 minutes. And, because weather is such a factor in playoff football on the Canadian prairies, the Riders drove the ball, almost at will, when they were moving into the teeth of a strong wind.
Saskatchewan?s total offensive output of 431 net yards was more than adequate with the play of its defense, which held Edmonton to just 66 yards rushing, 109 yards passing and 143 yards of net offense. The Riders' defense recorded three sacks and one interception.
One day after the win, the worst-kept secret in Saskatchewan was made public. The Riders signed quarterback Henry Burris to a two-year deal. The Temple product played in Saskatchewan in 2000, throwing for 4,647 yards and 30 touchdowns. He then tried his luck with the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears before being released. Head coach Danny Barrett says right now that Greene remains the starter.
The Stampeders on the other hand need a quarterback and fast. First, Marcus Crandell hurt his hamstring in a loss to Montreal two weeks ago. Then, Kevin Feterik gets the start against Toronto last Saturday and ended up with a mild concussion. Enter former NFL and XFL?er Scott Milanovich and he couldn?t help either, as the Stamps went down to the Argos 41-24.
Feterik didn't have a bad night until he was injured, especially in the second half, when he was on an 8-for-10 streak. In all, he completed 16-of-24 for 146 yards, with one touchdown and one interception. But, a huge reason for the loss was turnovers. Toronto scored 28 points of Calgary mistakes, which included a total of four interceptions and two fumbles
Milanovich showed he still has a lot to learn about the CFL game, completing 10 of 17 passes for 143 yards and three interceptions.
The Stampeders received some bad news as well in the game. Slotback Albert Connell could miss the rest of the season with an abdominal injury.
The numbers: in the last 10 games, the Stampeders hold an 8-1-1 record. Plus, the Riders haven't won in Calgary since 1989. And, to show how effective the running game is, before last week?s win, the Riders were 3-0 when they ran the ball (average 181 yards per game). Their two losses came when they couldn?t run (67.5 yards.).
Keys to the game: Milanovich and Tomich. I know, it sounds like a law firm. But those are the names that are carrying Calgary?s hopes for the next while. Tyler Tomich is a rookie from Oregon who was released by the Stampeders in training camp. Right now, he?s the backup to Milanovich. Neither one should put fear into anybody's hearts. The Riders, on the other hand, have Greene, Burris, as well as Kevin Glenn and Keith Smith at quarterback. One of those last two names would look good in a Stampeder uniform right now. If the Riders can run the ball at all against a Calgary defense that allows an average of 91 yards per game, then, it'll be a lot easier for the veteran Riders' quarterbacks. And, even if they can't run, veteran pivots will beat rookies every time.
Sports Network predicted outcome: Saskatchewan 31, Calgary 17.
From The Sports Network
By Ted Michaels, CFL Editor
DATE & TIME, Friday, August 1st, 10 p.m. (et).
GAME NOTES: The Saskatchewan Roughriders sent a huge message to the rest of the nation last Friday night...they are for real.
The Riders beat Edmonton 32-14 in front of a home sellout in Regina last week. A big factor in the win was quarterback Nealon Greene. The Clemson grad ran for 89 yards and passed for 221 more in the victory. The running game allowed Saskatchewan to keep the ball for 36 minutes. And, because weather is such a factor in playoff football on the Canadian prairies, the Riders drove the ball, almost at will, when they were moving into the teeth of a strong wind.
Saskatchewan?s total offensive output of 431 net yards was more than adequate with the play of its defense, which held Edmonton to just 66 yards rushing, 109 yards passing and 143 yards of net offense. The Riders' defense recorded three sacks and one interception.
One day after the win, the worst-kept secret in Saskatchewan was made public. The Riders signed quarterback Henry Burris to a two-year deal. The Temple product played in Saskatchewan in 2000, throwing for 4,647 yards and 30 touchdowns. He then tried his luck with the Green Bay Packers and Chicago Bears before being released. Head coach Danny Barrett says right now that Greene remains the starter.
The Stampeders on the other hand need a quarterback and fast. First, Marcus Crandell hurt his hamstring in a loss to Montreal two weeks ago. Then, Kevin Feterik gets the start against Toronto last Saturday and ended up with a mild concussion. Enter former NFL and XFL?er Scott Milanovich and he couldn?t help either, as the Stamps went down to the Argos 41-24.
Feterik didn't have a bad night until he was injured, especially in the second half, when he was on an 8-for-10 streak. In all, he completed 16-of-24 for 146 yards, with one touchdown and one interception. But, a huge reason for the loss was turnovers. Toronto scored 28 points of Calgary mistakes, which included a total of four interceptions and two fumbles
Milanovich showed he still has a lot to learn about the CFL game, completing 10 of 17 passes for 143 yards and three interceptions.
The Stampeders received some bad news as well in the game. Slotback Albert Connell could miss the rest of the season with an abdominal injury.
The numbers: in the last 10 games, the Stampeders hold an 8-1-1 record. Plus, the Riders haven't won in Calgary since 1989. And, to show how effective the running game is, before last week?s win, the Riders were 3-0 when they ran the ball (average 181 yards per game). Their two losses came when they couldn?t run (67.5 yards.).
Keys to the game: Milanovich and Tomich. I know, it sounds like a law firm. But those are the names that are carrying Calgary?s hopes for the next while. Tyler Tomich is a rookie from Oregon who was released by the Stampeders in training camp. Right now, he?s the backup to Milanovich. Neither one should put fear into anybody's hearts. The Riders, on the other hand, have Greene, Burris, as well as Kevin Glenn and Keith Smith at quarterback. One of those last two names would look good in a Stampeder uniform right now. If the Riders can run the ball at all against a Calgary defense that allows an average of 91 yards per game, then, it'll be a lot easier for the veteran Riders' quarterbacks. And, even if they can't run, veteran pivots will beat rookies every time.
Sports Network predicted outcome: Saskatchewan 31, Calgary 17.
3) teaser time!!!
Toronto +2.0 OVER 45.0
2 units gets you back X 1.71 = 3.42 units
let's do this.
Toronto +2.0 OVER 45.0
2 units gets you back X 1.71 = 3.42 units
let's do this.
4) what the hell, one more, i'm feeling lucky today.
Saskatchewan +1 AND the under 57
1 units gets you back 1.71 units
Saskatchewan +1 AND the under 57
1 units gets you back 1.71 units
3 - 1 today.
doin very well with those teasers.....it saved my ass on the ARGOS game.....:shrug:
WHO KNEW????
CFL 2003: YTD 7 - 5 = +2.83 units
doin very well with those teasers.....it saved my ass on the ARGOS game.....:shrug:
WHO KNEW????
CFL 2003: YTD 7 - 5 = +2.83 units
here's preview to saturday's game:
WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS (4-3) AT HAMILTON TIGER-CATS (0-6)
DATE & TIME, Saturday, August 2nd, 7 p.m. (et).
GAME NOTES: The Winnipeg Blue Bombers head into their third game in 10 days in a bit of a tail-spin. The Bombers lost their third straight overall, and second consecutive game to the defending Grey Cup champion Montreal Alouettes, 37-27, in Montreal Tuesday night.
As has been the case in the last few games, the Winnipeg offense was slow in getting started. After the first quarter, the Bombers had just three first downs, 38 total yards and had the ball just over six minutes.
After the first half, they trailed 16-6 and were fortunate to be down only by 10 points. Winnipeg's offense again was badly outplayed, with just 116 total yards compared to the Alouettes' 280. The time of possession again showed how one-sided the game was, with Montreal holding the ball for 17:40, compared to just 12:20 for the Bombers.
They were untracked a bit in the second half, with Charles Roberts scoring on a two-yard run in the third quarter. Then, Khari Jones hit newcomer LaDaris Vann with a 53-yard TD pass. Later, Milt Stegall grabbed a 26-yard TD pass to make it close. Jones also gave the team a scare when he was lying flat on the Molson Stadium turf after being crushed by Als linebacker Duane Butler on the TD toss to Vann. Jones was accidentally poked in the eye when he was hit. Back-up QB Pat Barnes stepped in and completed 5-of-11 passes for 70 yards and one score. Jones, was had double-vision for a while, claimed he's fine and will play in Hamilton. On the evening, Jones was good on just 13-of-28 passes for 234 yards and one TD. His major target was Vann -- who had four catches for 83 yards -- and Stegall, who also had four receptions for 77 yards.
It was more of the same for the Tiger-Cats. They dropped a 42-9 decision on July 20 in Saskatchewan. The offense, again, couldn't produce anything except angst for head coach Ron Lancaster.
Quarterback Danny McManus completed just 6-of-20 passes for 40 yards, no majors, and two interceptions. To be fair, he was plagued, again, by numerous dropped passes, including several by wide receiver Larry Davis. Total offense in the game? Just 140 yards. Time of possession? A mere 21:16.
After the game, the head man swung the axe. Davis, another wide receiver, Andrew English and two defensive back-ups were released, as were two players on the practice roster. The team signed slotback Chad Plummer, a 6-foot-2, 223 pounder, who played last year in Winnipeg. Plummer was on the Bombers' practice roster this year. Also signed was another receiver, Ibrahim Tounkara, who spent the last three seasons in Calgary before being released at training camp.
Meanwhile, defensively, middle linebacker Dave Thomas was added to the roster. Thomas was an Ottawa Renegade last season. He suffered a season-ending knee injury last September against the Argos. The 6-foot-3, 245 pounder may step into the starters job if Scott Coe isn't ready to return after his hamstring injury. One other addition is defensive back Kourtney Young, who spent last season with Detroit Lions.
The numbers: since 1999, the teams have met 12 times in the regular season, with Winnipeg holding a 7-5 margin.
Keys to the game: at the risk of incurring the wrath of Ron Lancaster, this is, without a doubt, a must-win game. Normally, the head man says, a must-win game is in the playoffs, as in, you must win or go home. Fine. But, keep in mind that, after this one, Hamilton has a home-and-home set against the best team in the CFL, the Montreal Alouettes. Then they have to make the cross- country flight to play in BC. This team could be 0-10 by Labor Day. Yes, they made changes, but are they enough? Conversely, Winnipeg should be very tired with the brutal schedule they're currently facing. If Hamilton can't establish the running game, and keep the ball away from Jones, it won't be pretty. Winnipeg has the better talent. Normally, I'd go with the rested team, but, until they show me their offense is improving, I can't go with the Tiger-Cats.
Sports Network predicted outcome: Winnipeg 32, Hamilton 16.
WINNIPEG BLUE BOMBERS (4-3) AT HAMILTON TIGER-CATS (0-6)
DATE & TIME, Saturday, August 2nd, 7 p.m. (et).
GAME NOTES: The Winnipeg Blue Bombers head into their third game in 10 days in a bit of a tail-spin. The Bombers lost their third straight overall, and second consecutive game to the defending Grey Cup champion Montreal Alouettes, 37-27, in Montreal Tuesday night.
As has been the case in the last few games, the Winnipeg offense was slow in getting started. After the first quarter, the Bombers had just three first downs, 38 total yards and had the ball just over six minutes.
After the first half, they trailed 16-6 and were fortunate to be down only by 10 points. Winnipeg's offense again was badly outplayed, with just 116 total yards compared to the Alouettes' 280. The time of possession again showed how one-sided the game was, with Montreal holding the ball for 17:40, compared to just 12:20 for the Bombers.
They were untracked a bit in the second half, with Charles Roberts scoring on a two-yard run in the third quarter. Then, Khari Jones hit newcomer LaDaris Vann with a 53-yard TD pass. Later, Milt Stegall grabbed a 26-yard TD pass to make it close. Jones also gave the team a scare when he was lying flat on the Molson Stadium turf after being crushed by Als linebacker Duane Butler on the TD toss to Vann. Jones was accidentally poked in the eye when he was hit. Back-up QB Pat Barnes stepped in and completed 5-of-11 passes for 70 yards and one score. Jones, was had double-vision for a while, claimed he's fine and will play in Hamilton. On the evening, Jones was good on just 13-of-28 passes for 234 yards and one TD. His major target was Vann -- who had four catches for 83 yards -- and Stegall, who also had four receptions for 77 yards.
It was more of the same for the Tiger-Cats. They dropped a 42-9 decision on July 20 in Saskatchewan. The offense, again, couldn't produce anything except angst for head coach Ron Lancaster.
Quarterback Danny McManus completed just 6-of-20 passes for 40 yards, no majors, and two interceptions. To be fair, he was plagued, again, by numerous dropped passes, including several by wide receiver Larry Davis. Total offense in the game? Just 140 yards. Time of possession? A mere 21:16.
After the game, the head man swung the axe. Davis, another wide receiver, Andrew English and two defensive back-ups were released, as were two players on the practice roster. The team signed slotback Chad Plummer, a 6-foot-2, 223 pounder, who played last year in Winnipeg. Plummer was on the Bombers' practice roster this year. Also signed was another receiver, Ibrahim Tounkara, who spent the last three seasons in Calgary before being released at training camp.
Meanwhile, defensively, middle linebacker Dave Thomas was added to the roster. Thomas was an Ottawa Renegade last season. He suffered a season-ending knee injury last September against the Argos. The 6-foot-3, 245 pounder may step into the starters job if Scott Coe isn't ready to return after his hamstring injury. One other addition is defensive back Kourtney Young, who spent last season with Detroit Lions.
The numbers: since 1999, the teams have met 12 times in the regular season, with Winnipeg holding a 7-5 margin.
Keys to the game: at the risk of incurring the wrath of Ron Lancaster, this is, without a doubt, a must-win game. Normally, the head man says, a must-win game is in the playoffs, as in, you must win or go home. Fine. But, keep in mind that, after this one, Hamilton has a home-and-home set against the best team in the CFL, the Montreal Alouettes. Then they have to make the cross- country flight to play in BC. This team could be 0-10 by Labor Day. Yes, they made changes, but are they enough? Conversely, Winnipeg should be very tired with the brutal schedule they're currently facing. If Hamilton can't establish the running game, and keep the ball away from Jones, it won't be pretty. Winnipeg has the better talent. Normally, I'd go with the rested team, but, until they show me their offense is improving, I can't go with the Tiger-Cats.
Sports Network predicted outcome: Winnipeg 32, Hamilton 16.
place your bets:
5) TEASER TIME!!!
Winnipeg -6.5 AND the Under +58.5 X 1.71 (1/2 unit)
i'm NOT gonna give back all my money won from yesterday.
Until hamilton wins one...you know.
5) TEASER TIME!!!
Winnipeg -6.5 AND the Under +58.5 X 1.71 (1/2 unit)
i'm NOT gonna give back all my money won from yesterday.
Until hamilton wins one...you know.
TORONTO-VIGILANTE said:place your bets:
5) TEASER TIME!!!
Winnipeg -6.5 AND the Under +58.5 X 1.71 (1/2 unit)
i'm NOT gonna give back all my money won from yesterday.
Until hamilton wins one...you know.
another winner
8 - 5 = + 3.71 units
