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READY FOR KICKOFF: PREVIEWING THE 2017 CFL SEASON

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AFTER AN OFF-SEASON WITH UNPRECEDENTED CHANGE, THE 2017 REGULAR SEASON IS READY TO BEGIN.

CFL.CA HAS COMPREHENSIVE PREVIEWS OF EACH TEAM, BOTH DIVISIONS AND FEATURES ON SOME OF THE LEAGUE’S BIGGEST STORYLINES.

 

LEAGUE-WIDE PRIMER
 
Steinberg: Too close to call in the wild, wild West
The season hasn’t even started but the race in the wild CFL West is already heated. Pat Steinberg takes a look at where the five contestants stand heading into 2017.
 
Landry: Changes in personnel lead to intrigue in East
There was no shortage of movement on rosters and in the front office? What does it all mean for the potentially parity-filled East Division? CFL.ca columnist Don Landry breaks it all down.
 
The Waggle, Episode 56: It's Kickoff and We Make Way Too Early Predictions
We’re back! The 2017 season officially kicks off this week, and we celebrate by picking week 1’s games and take a guess at who will hoist the Cup. Plus, DaVaris Daniels drops by to chat.
EAST DIVISION PREVIEWS
 
Turn The Page: Durant ready to usher in new era in Montreal
On the eve one of the biggest games of his career, arguably since the 101st Grey Cup, Darian Durant is ready to turn the page on Saskatchewan and start anew with the Als.
 
Passing the Torch: Can Harris continue Ottawa's success?
For the first time in his career, Trevor Harris starts a season as the starting quarterback but can he keep Ottawa’s success going?
 
On His Shoulders: Healthy Collaros is the ticket in TigerTown?
Zach Collaros is heading into 2017 completely healthy and only has eyes on bringing the Grey Cup to Hamilton.
 
Ship's New Captain: In Trestman, Gruden trusts
Marc Trestman is ready to lead the charge of the Toronto Argonauts as the 2017 season gets set to begin.
WEST DIVISION PREVIEWS
 
Time is Now: The BC Lions' window is wide open -- but for how long?
Wally Buono’s return to the sideline has opened a whole new window for the BC Lions. Yet as Jamie Nye writes, there’s no better time than now.
 
Cold Winter: Messam, Stamps done with consolation prizes
Jerome Messam had the best season of his CFL career in 2016 followed by one of his worst winters. CFL.ca’s Jim Morris has more.
 
Off the Edge: Westerman looks to set tone in ferocious Bombers pass rush
After doing a lot of things well last year, defensive end Jamaal Westerman believes the Winnipeg Blue Bomber defensive can do even more things better in 2017.
 
Reclaiming His Spot: Reilly eyes passing Alberta rivals and returning to cup
Mike Reilly and the Edmonton Eskimos head into 2017 looking to take back the top spot in the West from their Alberta rivals.
 
Rider Revival?: Confident Carter sets tone for retooled Green & White
While detractors call him selfish and immature, others say Duron Carter is simply passionate and misunderstood. Carter opens up to CFL.ca’s Don Landry before his Montreal return.
PREDICTIONS AND FORECASTING
 
Berg vs. Ferg: Who will win the Grey Cup?
With a new season upon us, Pat Steinberg and Marshall Ferguson weigh in on their Grey Cup picks in the latest Berg vs. Ferg.
 
Prediction Time: Writers make their MOP, Grey Cup and Week 1 picks
With the 2017 regular season about to kick off, it’s now time for the writers check in with their predictions for this season along with their Week 1 picks.
 
Cauz: Why your team will ____ in 2017
With a new season upon us, CFL.ca’s Matthew Cauz wonders aloud why your team might thrive in 2017 — and also why it might struggle.
 
Crystal Ball: Nye predicts the future for every CFL team
Football is back and so is Jamie Nye with his crystal ball. With the season kicking off Thursday, Nye predicts what 2017 will look like for every CFL team.
 
Stamps headline kickoff edition of Nissan Titan Power Rankings
The Calgary Stampeders headline the first Nissan Titan Power Rankings of the 2017 season. Find out where the rest of the teams end up in this kickoff edition.
FANTASY CENTRAL
 
Strategies for CFL fantasy football success
How can you win in CFL Fantasy? Follow these five paths from RotoExperts and chances are good you’ll be among the best scorers each week.
 
Versatility the name of the game with DraftKings 1-Week CFL Fantasy
CFL.ca senior writer Chris O’Leary explores the unique partnership between the Canadian Football League and fantasy titan DraftKings as the CFL takes their fantasy offering to the next level in 2017.
 
RotoExperts: Your guide to the 2017 CFL Fantasy season
With the opening kickoff a week away, RotoExperts gets you primed for fantasy with a team by team look at the 2017 CFL season.
 
Cauz: The do's and don'ts of CFL fantasy
What do Chris Rainey, Ricky Ray and Kienan LaFrance have in common? Matthew Cauz checks in with his 2017 do’s and don’ts of CFL Fantasy.
 
Weekly Predictor: Nye makes his Week 1 picks
With the season set to kick off, Jamie Nye is back for another season with his weekly picks. Who’s he got in Week 1?
NEED TO READ FEATURES
 
The Long Read: DaVaris Daniels is making every step count
First he lost his grades. Then, his degree. With football on life support, it was time to make a call. Everyone’s path to the pros is different but now, DaVaris Daniels is here.
 
Next in Line: Esks' RB ready to seize rushing crown
Two years ago, John White suffered a career-threatening injury. Now he’s looking to take over the title of CFL’s top running back.
 
2017 season likely the last for Nik Lewis
Outgoing receiver Nik Lewis is almost ready to walk away from a prolific career – but the eighth-leading receiver of all-time is leaving the door open a crack.