The CFL Outsiders January Offseason Bonus Episode

Not your ordinary football fan cast. Old Man & the crew see the game from a unique perspective with questions and insights you will not find elsewhere.

In this episode of CFL Outsiders, the hosts welcome listeners to the new year and discuss the upcoming CFL season. They delve into the report cards released by the CFL Players Association, highlighting player feedback on team performance and areas for improvement. The conversation shifts to team updates, including signings, releases, and coaching changes, as teams prepare for the new season. The hosts also discuss the dynamics of quarterback contracts, with veteran players taking pay cuts to help their teams. Coaching changes are prevalent across the league, with teams looking to improve their performance. The importance of family support and treatment in the CFL is a recurring theme in player feedback, and the hosts emphasize the need for better marketing strategies to promote players and engage fans. As the season approaches, the CFL community is excited about the potential for new talent and strategies. The conversation delves into various aspects of the CFL, including player contracts, coaching changes, and team strategies. The hosts discuss the implications of player movements, the financial dynamics of team rosters, and the impact of recent NFL signings on the CFL landscape. They also touch on the outcomes of the CFL meetings, including potential rule changes and the importance of player safety. The discussion highlights the ongoing evolution of the league and the challenges teams face in maintaining competitive rosters while ensuring player welfare.00:00 Welcome to 2026

02:40 CFL Predictions: What We Wish for in 2026

05:54 CFLPA Report Cards: Player Feedback

16:00 Marketing and Family Support: A League-wide Concern

21:22 Final Thoughts: The Future of the CFL

28:39 Offseason moves by the teams

28:46 Montreal Alouettes

31:30 Ottawa Redblacks

38:01 Toronto Argonauts

42:16 Hamilton Tiger Cats

49:12 Winnipeg Blue Bombers

55:23 Saskatchewan Roughriders

59:11 Edmonton Elks

01:02:42 Calgary Stampeders

01:07:24 BC Lions' Quiet Offseason

01:09:26 NFL Player Signings and Their Impact

01:17:01 Calgary's Defensive Challenges

01:17:55 CFL Winter Meeting News

01:19:21 Rule Changes and Game Clock Controversies

01:22:02 Overtime Rules and Game Dynamics

01:25:37 Player Safety and Injury Reporting

01:35:55 Press Conference Insights and Transparency

01:38:26 Closing Thoughts on CFL's Future

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