Report: Lions to acquire Vernon Adams Jr. from Als

[pantsonfire]

@Eskimos4Ever

Note to self: do not joke with Rider fans.

Some people don't get sarcasm, even with emojis, as I have learnt. BC's doing the right thing & why is it stupid to trade Adams & carry the big salary when you're not playing him?

[pantsonfire]

@Jon

...to think that one of the reasons they acquired Adams ( if in fact they have) is to avoid a regular season collapse and a drop down to third. They still have the advantage over Calgary for second place and Calgary may very well have to beat them in both of their remaining games in order to pass them. BC also plays Winnipeg twice late and may benefit from those being meaningless games for the Bombers.

The usual arrogance coming from Bomber fans & you wonder why I pick on them. With 7 games to play & having ONE less loss than the 2nd place club, the mighty Bombers are already playing meaningless games against their nearest competitor. Not a worthy opponent, eh? You're the one who keeps saying "don't count your chickens". You haven't won anything yet. Oh well, after 30 years in the wilderness maybe I should give you a pass.

[Jymn]

@Aceguy

...I wish the well travelled Vernon Adams all the vey best with his new team-B.C Lions. I guess coach Campbell preferred a proven CFL quarterback versus a recent NFL cut. Although Vernon is an amazing athlete, I never admired his ability to read Defenses and his ability to seize the moment-"Not mentally tough enough" Vernon_Adams_Jr-Week 5 20212043×1152 431 KB

I agree. Worrisome choice. Seems like a hot-cold type QB. He's a great player in fundamentals but his mind seems to get in his way. I wouldn't be surprised if he needs to be pampered.

[RightOn]

@system

...VANCOUVER — The BC Lions may have a new quarterback when they return from their bye next week.This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at Official: Lions trade for Vernon Adams Jr. - CFL.ca

Vernon has a great attitude and has skills but is erratic as a passer and is best scrambling. I think Michael O'Connor is a better passer but the injury misses his chance.

[Maaax]

@Jon

It appears that the deal has in fact been completed.

(Lions acquire QB Adams Jr. from Alouettes BC Lions Vernon Adams Jr. Montreal Alouettes - TSN.ca)

VANCOUVER — The BC Lions have acquired American quarterback Vernon Adams Jr. from the Montreal Alouettes. In exchange, Montreal will receive the Lions’ first-round selection in the 2023 CFL Draft.

Official: Lions trade for Vernon Adams Jr. - CFL.ca

[Jon]

@pantsonfire

...ber fans & you wonder why I pick on them. With 7 games to play & having ONE less loss than the 2nd place club, the mighty Bombers are already playing meaningless games against their nearest competitor. Not a worthy opponent, eh? You're the one who keeps saying "don't count your chickens". You haven't won anything yet. Oh well, after 30 years in the wilderness maybe I should give you a pass.

Just calling them as I sees them. It is true that I advocate not counting chickens, but I do start counting them once they begin to leave the safe confines of the hen house and present themselves. I am sure it is tough being a Calgary fan so far this year, especially as far as their competitiveness vis a vis the Bombers. I understand and you have my sympathies.

[RightOn]

@system

...connecting on nine of 17 passes for 112 yards and a touchdown while also calling his own number six times for 26 yards.BC returns from its bye next week, with the Lions taking on the Montreal Alouettes at Percival Molson Stadium. This is a companion discussion topic for the original entry at Official: Lions trade for Vernon Adams Jr. - CFL.ca

Who is Montreal's backup?

[Maaax]

@Jon

...Just calling them as I sees them. It is true that I advocate not counting chickens, but I do start counting them once they begin to leave the safe confines of the hen house and present themselves. I am sure it is tough being a Calgary fan so far this year, especially as far as their competitiveness vis a vis the Bombers. I understand and you have my sympathies.

Be nice. Be humble.

I know it's hard not to be overly optimistic going into the second half of this season knowing that after our next win we lock up a playoff spot. It's no stretch that weeks before the season ends we'll probably lock up first place as well thanks to BC's misfortune.

My problem here is... 'Nothing Football' it's not exactly the kind of football I want to watch. Last year's final two or three games were 'meh' at best. Don't get me wrong here I really appreciate the team we have and the guys who put it together but all I can say is, be careful what you wish for.

[PorkyPine]

Ok, I'm awake now. If O'Connor is going to the 6 game IR this is a good move I think. I wasn't a fan of Adams extremely short leash at the start of the year, I think they bailed on him too early. I would be ok with O'Connor/Pipkin going forward but if either one of those guys can't play Adams will be well appreciated.

[Gomo2010]

@Hometown_Fan

So I guess O’Conner is out for a bit. Big play VA is an upgrade, but he plays different style. He is/ you don’t want him just gunning down the field as he is less accurate the Rourke. But he can also scramble pretty well.
BC fans do you like the trade? Als fan did you get a good return?

Welcome to the den Vernon. I hope it works out for you. From a positive point on the Lions side I’ve seen him look really good and it sounds like a good trade. On the negative side he sure had his detractors from Montreal and you have to wonder why? All I can really say is Good Luck Vernon.

[PorkyPine]

@RightOn

Who is Montreal's backup?

If questions like this plague you you should learn to check the player rosters on this site.

[Jon]

@Maaax

... that weeks before the season ends we'll probably lock up first place as well thanks to BC's misfortune.My problem here is... 'Nothing Football' it's not exactly the kind of football I want to watch. Last year's final two or three games were 'meh' at best. Don't get me wrong here I really appreciate the team we have and the guys who put it together but all I can say is, be careful what you wish for.

Yeah that’s all I’m saying. It looked like more of a race to the wire with BC before they suffered their QB injuries. I don’t like meaningless games either. I just don’t like being called names and once in a while I respond.

[pantsonfire]

@Jon

...Just calling them as I sees them. It is true that I advocate not counting chickens, but I do start counting them once they begin to leave the safe confines of the hen house and present themselves. I am sure it is tough being a Calgary fan so far this year, especially as far as their competitiveness vis a vis the Bombers. I understand and you have my sympathies.

Have stated multiple times I'm not a Stamp fan which no doubt passes attention because it's not Bomber news. But no need to repeat yourself, I was ignoring you the 1st time. I will now fade back to black.

[Maaax]

@RightOn

Who is Montreal's backup?

Dominique Davis and newcomer Davis Alexander (his status is hilarious).

[Bearcats]

@pantsonfire

...ber fans & you wonder why I pick on them. With 7 games to play & having ONE less loss than the 2nd place club, the mighty Bombers are already playing meaningless games against their nearest competitor. Not a worthy opponent, eh? You're the one who keeps saying "don't count your chickens". You haven't won anything yet. Oh well, after 30 years in the wilderness maybe I should give you a pass.

One post by a Bomber fan does not represent all Bomber fans. Posters on here really need learn that a post is that person's opinion onky not the whole fans bases'. Don't remember getting a call from Jon asking my thoughts.
BTW, our journey in the wilderness ended three years ago. Now we are on back to backs with a health shot of at a three-peat. How is your team's jouney in the wilderness going?

[Ron1]

I'm glad for Vernon but I have to ask myself "How stupid is Maciocia? He trades a young gun, with years ahead of him, and keeps a guy who is on his last legs. (Sorry Trevor but your Best Before Date has passed or if not, is really close.)

[Bring_back_the_good]

@Ron1

I'm glad for Vernon but I have to ask myself "How stupid is Maciocia? He trades a young gun, with years ahead of him, and keeps a guy who is on his last legs. (Sorry Trevor but your Best Before Date has passed or if not, is really close.)

Adams 17W-10L record stats Harris was exactly .500 until this season< Adams is a winner

[LetsGoBlue]

@pantsonfire

...Have stated multiple times I'm not a Stamp fan which no doubt passes attention because it's not Bomber news. But no need to repeat yourself, I was ignoring you the 1st time. I will now fade back to black.

Obviously not......
And no need to get your knickers all bunched. Anyone with a level head knows WPG would be heavily favoured to finish 1st ATM.
Ofcourse anything can still happen.

[jhn924]

@Hometown_Fan

So I guess O’Conner is out for a bit. Big play VA is an upgrade, but he plays different style. He is/ you don’t want him just gunning down the field as he is less accurate the Rourke. But he can also scramble pretty well.
BC fans do you like the trade? Als fan did you get a good return?

VA has always had the potential to be a star in this league so for BC it's a great deal. As for Montreal, they're obviously going with Trevor Harris and barring an injury, Adams was making way too much money to be a backup.

[jhn924]

@RightOn

Vernon has a great attitude and has skills but is erratic as a passer and is best scrambling. I think Michael O'Connor is a better passer but the injury misses his chance.

That great attitude translates into leader... very similar to what Nathan brought to the table.