No one should question the character of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
A team that lost its starting quarterback, had the adversity of losing a running back to suspension, and won just three road games all season finds itself in the Grey Cup game.
This resilient team won road playoff games in Calgary and Regina for a shot at a title.
Paul LaPolice’s play-calling on offence, and Richie Hall’s on defence, has been superb during this post-season push.
However, I don’t think a third straight road playoff win is in the cards on Sunday when it will matter most.
The Hamilton Tiger-Cats have four of the league’s top five sack masters on defence. On offence, the league’s leading receiver, Brandon Banks,, is also dangerous in the kick return game.
The weather will be warm for this time of year and the playbook will be open. That gives the East Division reps a leg up.
Hamilton 34, Winnipeg 17.