Shows / Third Down Gamble
Third Down Gamble
Join us for lively debates and interesting guest interviews on the topic of Canadian Football. Audio... worth watching!
Episodes
- Third Down Gamble
Home cookin’ doesn’t do it.
Road teams sweep for the first time since 2017. Chris Edwards, was his fine enough? Kai Locksley is out in Edmonton. Which coach is in trouble? Second Down: BC…
- Third Down Gamble
One in, one out.
The reason to challenge in Regina, but then did the booth go too far in Vancouver? When does a team need kick a field goal, when to go for a touchdown. Bo Levi…
- Third Down Gamble
Scary one second.
CFL Week 1 is in... are there any quarterbacks that are in trouble heading into Week 2? Is there a chance McMahon Stadium can be renovated? Serious news from…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: Christmas comes in June!
The 2023 CFL season is here!! Which coaches and which quarterbacks need to succeed early and why. Designated Nationalized Americans and Designated Nationals…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: going to part ways.
CFL pre-season is wrapping up, the starters will be on the field. Jerrmiah Masolia, will he be ready soon? Bo vs Cody, who is handling the switch to a new team…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: fashion week.
CFL pre-season starts on its earliest date ever. Elks rceiver Dillon Mitchell makes a bold goal. Do starting quarterbacks need more game-time in pre-season…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: huge numbers.
CFL training camps are in full swing, some veterans are surprisingly released. Joe Kapp passes, a legend in both CFL and NFL, and was Coach of the Cal Golden…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: know where we stand.
Steve Daniel (CFL Statistics) discusses Genius Sports and its application for CFL Statistics. Steve also talks about the new rules for 2023, offseason…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: needs list.
The crew look back at Tuesday's CFL 2023 Drafts, both National and Global; discuss salary cap enforcement, and argue whether the Bruins (NHL) what…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: sent a signal.
Jim Mullin (President, Football Canada) discuss the growth of flag football and whether it may find its way into the Olympics. He also gives his insight into…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: that’s my roots.
James Duthie (TSN, The Rubber Boots Podcast) joins to discuss his diehard CFL loyalty, the Ottawa Rough Riders, his time at TSN, and Grey Cup memories…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: amazing at what he does.
Special guest Rob Vanstone (Senior Journalist and Riders Historian) joins to discuss his new career with the Saskatchewan Roughriders, how the position came…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: a point either way.
Andrew Hoskins (The Turf District Podcast) joins the crew to discuss ruels and other proposals for the CFL. Does 'half-the-distance' need to be shelved, a hard…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: people want to know.
Andrew Hoskins (The Turf District Podcast) joins to convey his experiences at the 2023 CFL Combine in Edmonton. From conversations with Michael Clemons to…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: is it at all possible?
The CFL still wants to land a team in Atlantic Canada. Is there a better way to retain players? With several deferrals to the 2024 CFL Draft, what will be the…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: fear that combination.
The crew discuss the XFL's struggles versus 'March Madness', three quarterback contracts that impact their team's differently, and the new Canadian football…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: stellar career.
One of the giants in football, Bud Grant, passes away, leaving an enourmous legacy. Alouettes' have a new owner, CFL still eyes Atlantic Canada. Alouettes'…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: drive the fans.
Playoffs? Playoffs? Who is talking about playoffs?... (we are) The NFL reviews hip-drop tackles. Is there new ownership for the Alouettes? (recorded March 8…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: a remarkable game.
Special guest Mike Hogan (Toronto Argonauts Manager - Communications, TSN 1050 radio Argos play-by-play) joins to talk about his career, the Toronto sports…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: get invested.
JC Abbott (3DownNation.com) joins to discuss how 3DownNation kept the updates going during a hectic CFL Free Agency, the outcomes of some CFL free agent…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: put the package together.
Special guest Andrew Hoskins (Turf District Podcast) joins to discuss the opening hours of free agency 2023 in the CFL. Who won? Who lost? Not until the games…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: all over this.
CFL Free Agency: some big names are available; where will they land? Will the Roughriders raid the Montreal free agent list? Who will the Alouettes sign as…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: instantaneous names.
The crew discuss impending CFL Free Agency... the RedBlacks are out in front, will the Argonauts stay quiet, do the Roughriders really have a plan for…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: defenseless.
The crew discuss NFL Rule 12 (Player Conduct) and the interpretation of a defenseless player. Bo Levi Mitchell trades in his hooves for claws, signs deal with…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: arbitrary decision.
QB Nathan Rourke leaves one cat for another. Sizeable Free Agent eligible lists on some CFL teams create huge questions. The NFL adopts CFL…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: a little bit hopeful.
The crew discuss: Damar Hamlin's remarkable imporovement, Nathan Rourke continues on his NFL tour, scoring is up in the CFL but down in the NFL, and no major…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: a great league.
Special Guest Jeff Krever (Senior Director, CFL Player and Game Statistics) discusses his work with the CFL, from game-day audits to team requests, you will…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: paint that all into one picture.
Special Guest Steve Daniel (CFL Senior Director of Team and Football Analytics) discusses the intricacies of statistics, the role analytics plays in helping…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: really intriguing.
Special Guest Rob Vanstone (Regina Leader-Post) discusses the recent coaching hires in the CFL, the likelihood of Nathan Rourke landing in the NFL, the…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: thinking about next year.
The crew discuss coaching in the CFL, Stampeders promote Dave Dickenson, Lions extend Rick Campbell, who will be the Alouettes new Head Coach? is there harmony…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: behind recognizing.
The crew discuss the retirement of BC Lions receiver Bryan Burnham. Ottawa fills in their coaching vacancies, BC keeps the coaching staff together while the…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: what was needed.
The crew discuss the recent signings in the CFL, and if Winnipeg seems to be standing firm with its roster; as well a podcast close-to-the-family signing. The…
- Third Down Gamble
In it to win it.
The crew discuss a thrilling Grey Cup 109. Where did the Blue Bombers go wrong? Was it Leigghio's fault? Can the Grey Cup game be played earlier in the year?…
- Third Down Gamble
Can’t wait.
The crew discuss Hamilton's bid for Bo, booth review in the CFL versus the NFL. Second Down: East Final and West Final were both entairtaining, emotional…
- Third Down Gamble
Anything could happen.
The crew discuss Dave Dickenson's gambles, Hamilton's sudden exit, does Bo go and if so... where? Second Down: Home teams sweep the East and West Semi-Finals…
- Third Down Gamble
Hedging my bets.
The crew discuss the offence’s shake-up in Regina, the CFL divisional MOP finalists. Second Down: Montreal delivers message to Argonauts, Nathan Rourke steps…
- Third Down Gamble
It’s fair.
The crew discuss the collapse in Regina and why the rouge is still worth the point. Second Down: Small sends Tiger-Cats playoff bound, Lions feast on Elks…
- Third Down Gamble
Meaningful games.
The crew discuss Zach Collaros' extension, Taylor Cornelius' injury, and the future of Bob Dyce in Ottawa. Second Down: Two Friday night thrillers, and a…
- Third Down Gamble
Away-field advantage.
Andrew Hoskins (The Turf District Podcast) co-hosts as the crew discuss dribbled ball, horsecaller, and whether the booth needs guests. Second Down: Hills…
- Third Down Gamble
Pedestrian numbers.
The crew discuss the firing of Paul LaPolice in Ottawa, injuries as an excuse, and some playoff scenarios. Second Down: Alouettes upset Elks, Stampeders…
- Third Down Gamble
For the reasons.
The crew applauds CFL and member-team efforts to embrace 'Truth and Reconciliation'. Has Paul LaPolice ended his tenure in Ottawa? Playoffs calculations, too…
- Third Down Gamble
Salvage it.
The crew discuss Cam Judge getting suspended, Cody Fajardo against the world. Second Down: Tiger-Cats maul Blue Bombers, Stampeders play in another thriller…
- Third Down Gamble
Magic number.
The crew discuss the beatings the green teams took over the weekend, the Norovirus that struck Saskatchewan. Did TSN miss an opportunity? Second Down…
- Third Down Gamble
That’s rare.
The crew discuss continuing road dominance, quarterback play, and mental mistakes that prove costly. Second Down: Road teams take three of four OK Tire Labour…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: overcome.
Special Guest JC Abbott of 3DownNation.com joins the show to discuss the Alouettes' situation; the VA trade, stadiums, how the East and West standings may…
- Third Down Gamble
Celebrate those successes.
The crew discuss the sudden departure of Gary Stern from his activities with the Alouettes, cut down day in the NFL, home is not what it is thought to be, and…
- Third Down Gamble
Tighten up.
The crew discuss coaching hotspots, struggling quarterbacks, the loss of Nathan Rourke, and the many eyes on Marino. Second Down: Montreal wins a thriller…
- Third Down Gamble
Defying the spread.
The crew discuss pyramiding, roughing the passer, and Marc Legghio's right foot. Second Down: The Blue Bombers undefeated dream is over; Calgary and BC play a…
- Third Down Gamble
Out of chalk.
The crew discuss singles, a rule change, and a brewing spat between MLSE and the Lions? Second Down: Winnipeg owns the fourth quarter, Hamilton collapses…
- Third Down Gamble
Asking for trouble.
The crew discuss coaching high and lows, the removal of Trevor Harris by the booth, and playing on Sundays. Second Down: Nathan Rourke scorches the…
- Third Down Gamble
Rugby roots.
The crew discuss how much is too much when the booth gets involved? Second Down: Week 7... close games abound. Third Down: a game a day! (recorded July 26…
- Third Down Gamble
Push the needle.
The crew discuss discipline, or a lack thereof, by the Alouettes, Argonauts, and Roughriders. Second Down: all four Week 6 games were won with scores late in…
- Third Down Gamble
Gone back-and-forth.
The crew discuss Roughriders' Garrett Marino's suspension and going forward. Second Down: Stamps stomp Elks, Blue Bombers blitz Lions. Third Down: a gambler's…
- Third Down Gamble
Circle on the calendar.
Alouettes change coaches. Oh those quarterbacks... Nathan Rourke and Tre Ford do well, Dane Evans not so much. Could Vernon Adams Jr. or Nick Arbuckle be…
- Third Down Gamble
Hard-hitting analysis.
The crew discuss Nathan Rourke, record-setter, where is his ceiling? Injuries bite hard, Elks continue to shed players. Second Down: A kickoff and week three…
- Third Down Gamble
As strong as they seem.
The crew discusses the rise in misconducts. Second Down: why was Adams Jr. pulled? Oh those Stampeders, and what does Dan Clark's injury mean to the…
- Third Down Gamble
A great opening show.
The crew discuss quarterback injuries. Second Down: CFL opens with two great games going down to the final minute. Third Down: Can Ottawa upset, will Edmonton…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: to make sure.
Steve Daniel (CFL Senior Director of Team Football Analytics) joins to discuss his new amended league role, how statistics informs decisions, and Steve…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: (2022) it’s go time!
The crew discuss the impact of some rule changes, teams cutting down to game-day rosters, Week One of CFL play, and make some bold (albeit tenuous) predictions…
- Third Down Gamble
Quick Kicks: love the CFL.
Bob Irving ('former' radio voice of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers) joins to discuss his career, the CBA, his love of the CFL, and much more (recorded May 28, 2022).