After Matt Nichols suffered a season-ending knee injury, Mike Reilly has become the Edmonton Eskimos starting QB by default and now he has the chance to shine as a CFL starter.
By releasing the talented yet controversial defensive back Jonathan Hefney, the Blue Bombers have sent a message to the team and fans that the carefree days in Winnipeg are over.
The Edmonton Eskimos’ pre-season opener against the Saskatchewan Roughriders on Friday will hopefully provide some clarity to the QB battle between youngsters Mike Reilly and Matt Nichols.