Third Down Gamble

Special guest David Naylor discusses his career in journalism through print, radio, and television; the uniqueness of the CFL, and provies insights to anyone hoping to get into professional media. (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded March 17, 2025)

Stewart Johnston is named the CFL's 15th Commisioner, what is his biggest priority? Is it too early to assess Randy Ambrosie's legacy? BC quarterback Nathan Rourke admits the Lions' quarterback controversy was tough on the locker room. (CFL on CBC theme music is used with written permission; podcast recorded April 8, 2025).

Adam Rita (six-time Grey Cup Champion) joins to dicusss his life growing up in Hawaii, his move to Boise State, his first chance to guest coach in the CFL, losing the 1983 and 1988 Grey Cuops, and winning (as a rookie Head Coach) the 1991 Grey Cup; and also he remembers a 1997 game versus Winnipeg. Adam talks about his philosophy of coaching, the demands of the job, and good friend

2025 CFL Combine is over, but no live coverage, why? Edmonton General Manager Ed Hervey outrages the CFLPA over his 'superstars' comments. Blue Bombers unviel their 2025 Grey Cup plans, but still have not talked to quarterback Zach Collaros about his tenure beyond 2025. Stampeders tap the Calgary Flames to help provide better nutrition to their foootball players. (CFL on CBC theme

What hurdles are there to be the next CFL Commisioner? WLU's Taylor Elgersma impresses at his pro day, will it be enough to be drafted by the NFL? BC Lions must pay Lionel Hollins off-season bonus, what happens next? (CFL on CBC theme music is used with written permission; podcast recorded March 18, 2025).

One U-Sports Regina Rams player is granted a conditional release. If the BC Lions are $100,000 over the cap, what happens next? Kurtis Rourke, does any CFL team take a chance at drafting him? (CFL on CBC theme music is used with written permission; podcast recorded March 11, 2025).

BMO Field in Toronto get some upgrades in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, how does this impact the Argonauts schedule? Jason Hogan , new offensive coordinator in Winnipeg, has earned his way into that position, how much change in philosophy will there be? Stampeders were quiet on the FA front, but trades may have made up for that. Dakota Prukop is hired as Calgary's quarterbacks

Two Regina Rams face charges after a Regina Police Service seizure of fentanyl. Jim Mullin is tasked by the IFAF to lead a ask force with getting tackle football on a more optimitic growth pattern. Early Amsoil CFL team power rankings get the discussions started, which teams lost or gained the most in free agency? (CFL on CBC theme music is used with written permission; podcast rec

Why is Winnipeg upset about the announcement timing of the revised Salary Cap? 'Last Chance U' has a lawsuit filed against it. Eugene Lewis fires back at Ed Hervey over how Lewis left Edmonton. Ted Goveia reluctantly goes hard in free agency, still brings Blue Bombers with him. Andrew Hoskins discusses the changes in Edmonton, from bringing back players to moving on from others. An

CFL free agency is upon us; after looking at how the Communication Window and some terms apply, Derek Taylor joins the podcast to take a deep dive into the signings confirmed so far and how these changes will impact teams across the CFL. (CFL on CBC theme music used with written permission; podcast recorded February 11, 2025).