Third Down Gamble

Andrew Hoskins discusses the Elks' off-season moves that saw many players who wore black and gold in 2025 switch to green and gold in 2026.  Andrew also explains the woes that have beset the franchise, the role of B.O.N.E. in the team's and in its future, what his hopes are for the team in 2026, the UFL's four-point-field goal attempt, and takes time to discuss the finer points of tailgaiting before a football game.  (CFL on CBC theme and CFL game audio used with express permission; podcast recorded March 15, 2026).

Dave Thomas (Rider Radio) is our special guest as we discuss how free agency impacted the Saskatchewan Roughriders, how Canadian quarterbacks are fairing in their NFL pursuits, and the new rules in the UFL and CFL and how play may be impacted.  (CFL on CBC theme music and game audio used with express permission; podcast recorded February 26, 2026).

A fire appears, and is quickly doused, near Gate 2 of McMahon Stadium.  UFL rule changes, is adding extra value to field goals and conversions the best way to engender exciting scoring plays?  A. J. Allen and Darnell Sankey... two defenders relate their difficult choices to leave the teams with whom they were under contract since 2023 (CFl on CB theme music used with express permission; podcast recorded March 2, 2026).

Elks' General Manager Ed Hervey is 'bullish' on his teams chances in 2026.  CFL player-salary cap has jumped nearly 50% since 2010, what is driving the change?  Roughriders' part ways with their most accurate kicker in franchise history.  U-Sports Canadian Quarterback Taylor Elgersma will show off his skills February 26 - March 1 at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.  (CFL on CBC opening theme and game audio used with express permission; podcast recorded February 23, 2026).

Winnipeg spent a lot on free agents in 2025, none stuck with the team, by spending more in 2026 will the Blue Bombers fare better?  Should a rule be in place to clarify how teams can communicate to potential free agents prior to the negotation window?  Howie Mooney provides insight into the major 2026 free agent signing so far, including a huge spash by Ottawa, and a signifcant set of contracts signed by the Edmonton Elks (CFL on CBC theme music used with express permission; podcast recorded February 16, 2026).