zenstate, you've said it all. Much respect, indeed.
It's such a pleasure to read posts like this from als4ever.
Some days it seems that we have been overrun by idiot children who have no concept of the value of respect for others.
Why do some people insist on dragging their misguided concept of national politics into a discussion purely about sport?
Back on subject... I can't see anybody beating the Lions when the chips are down.
Who to cheer for? Well, I just can't cheer for the Argos who win games by primarily scoring points on defense and special teams. I will be cheering for Winnipeg. Remember not so long ago when they were the joke team of the league like we are now. For that alone, I will cheer for Winnipeg.
As for the West, while BC looks good, I like the Riders. It would be nice to see them finally make it to the big dance. They were also at the bottom of the league not that long ago.
Now if my prediction of the Banjo Bowl in Toronto is correct or not, all I can say is Bob Young and Scott Mitchell, take a good look at what these two teams did in the past two years. The Riders hired an experienced GM and Head Coach. The Bombers hired a head coach and DC who both had plenty of successful CFL experience. Both of these teams are successful and one may end up winning the Grey Cup.