An Historic Miss - CFL This Week - October 8th, 2024

In this episode of CFL This Week, host Bubba O'Neil is joined by Former Voice of the Blue Bombers Bob Irving, Grey Cup Champion Eddie Steele and  discuss the current playoff picture in the Canadian Football League, analyzing team performances, standout players, and potential sleeper teams. They delve into the dynamics of key quarterbacks, the historic absence of Calgary and Edmonton from the postseason, and the struggles of the Ottawa Redblacks. The conversation also highlights the race for the Most Outstanding Player award, with a focus on Brady Olivera and Tyrell Milligan. As the playoffs approach, the panel shares predictions for upcoming games and the implications for each team involved.TakeawaysThe playoff races in the CFL are still very competitive.Winnipeg Blue Bombers are currently the top team in the league.Cody Fajardo's performance has been under scrutiny.Toronto Argonauts are seen as a sleeper team in the East.Calgary and Edmonton's absence from the playoffs is historic.Ottawa's injuries have impacted their performance significantly.Brady Olivera is a standout player for the Bombers this season.Milligan Jr.'s performance on defense has been exceptional.The importance of a strong running game in the playoffs cannot be overstated.Upcoming games will be crucial for playoff positioning.Chapters00:00 - CFL Playoff Picture and Team Performances04:55 - Cody Fajardo and the Montreal Alouettes20:17 - Alberta's Historic Miss33:03 - Most Outstanding Player Discussion43:13 - Upcoming Games and PredictionsThe Ticats Audio Network provides Hamilton Tiger-Cats fans with the most comprehensive, entertaining and informative news and information about their favourite football team. Featuring Steve Milton, Mike Daly, Bubba O’Neil, Courtney Stephen, Simoni Lawrence, Mike Morreale, Rob Hitchcock, Mike Daly, Louie Butko, Troy Durrell, Ticats players, coaches and front office personnel, and many more. Regular shows include Ticats Today, Ticats This Week, Tiger-Cats Game Day, Tiger-Cats Pregame, Tiger-Cats At The Half, Tiger-Cats Postgame, Speaking With The Enemy, Morreale & Hitch, The Milton Report, What Happened with Simoni Lawrence, and so much more. Ticats Audio Network content can be found on the Tiger-Cats YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, at listen.ticats.ca and anywhere else you find podcasts. Please follow, like, leave a review wherever you find our content, and follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats social media channels to keep up to date with all Ticats Audio Network content. Twitter: @TicatsInsta: @hamiltontigercatsTikTok: @hamiltonticatsFacebook: cfltigercatsYouTube: ticatstvchannel