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Third Down Gamble

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Canadian Football League
CFL
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Calgary Stampeders
Edmonton Elks
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Toronto Argonauts
Ottawa Redblacks
Montreal Alouettes
Ottawa Red Blacks
BC Lions
Davis Alexander
Grey Cup
Nathan Rourke
Game Quality Index
Rule Changes
TSN
NFL
Doug Flutie
35-Second Clock

Join us for lively debates and interesting guest interviews on the topic of Canadian Football. Audio... worth watching!

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Latest Episodes

The CFL Board of Governors approves a move to add Quebéc City to the East Division.  Hamilton is eliminated from the playoff race and makes a trade with the Alouettes soon after.  Does the NFL need to expand their replay centre to include reviewing p... more

BC Lions Joshua Hagerty's two-game suspension has raised more questions, with many believing the CFL could have done more.  Calgary's René Paredes kicks two personal-best field goals, one that proved to be the game winner as the Stampeders stay alive... more

McLeod Bethel-Thompson is named the starting quarterback for Ottawa in their bid to avoid a thirteenth straight loss in 2026.  A melee involving the Lions and Alouettes sees three players that participated are now being summoned to hearings to determ... more

Why was Edmonton linebacker Nik Anderson not disqualified after his hit on a sliding Vernon Adams Jr.?  How did Hamilton's medical staff allow Tre Ford back on the field after his apparant concussion?  The Elks hold down first place (alone), post-Lab... more

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Recent Guests

McLeod Bethel-Thompson
Ottawa quarterback
Ottawa Red Blacks
Episode: A miracle might happen.
Nathan Roark
BC Lions quarterback
BC Lions
Episode: Turned the corner.
Graham Mosimann
Elks Public Address announcer at Commonwealth Stadium
Edmonton Elks
Episode: Quick Kicks: with Graham Mosimann (Edmonton Elks Public Address Announcer)
Corey Mace
Saskatchewan Roughriders head coach
Saskatchewan Roughriders
Episode: Before you even get a chance.
Ryan Dinwiddie
Ottawa RedBlacks head coach
Ottawa RedBlacks
Episode: Care and concern.
Zach Collaros
Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback
Winnipeg Blue Bombers
Episode: Feeling of invincibility.
Howie Mooney
Special guest, author and podcaster
Sports Lunatics Podcast
Episode: Fans for Life: with Howie Mooney (The Sports Lunatics Show).
Adam Rieter
Guest on episode
Episode: A little counter-intuitive.
Luc Mullinder
Special guest, Harvard Media Roughriders Radio Network
Harvard Media Roughriders Radio Network
Episode: Quick Kicks 157: with Luc Mullinder (Harvard Media Roughriders Radio Network).

Hosts

Don Charbin
Host of the show; long-running presence with CFL and media commentary.
Heath Graham
Co-host providing CFL analysis and host dialogue.
Dawn Charbin
Host contributing as a primary show voice and market perspective.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • 5 Stars

    You’re not taking a gamble with this podcast! Great content and interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sandwichstealerx2
    Canada4 years ago
  • Good Content but Awful Presentation

    I appreciate what the hosts do as we need more people talking about the CFL. But the product is just dreadful. The hosts are ridiculously monotone; it sounds like more of a sleep story podcast than a football one. And the introduction and transition music is downright weird. Questionable guitar rifts and awkward deep voice announcements. The content is good, just work on your presentation.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jake Sperling
    Canada5 years ago
  • CFL

    This is the go to podcast for anyone interested in the Canadian Football League. The hosts provide an excellent overview of the teams, the players and the league as a whole as as well as an indepth understanding of game play and the league's histroy. The podcast is well produced and fun to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David Charabin
    Canada6 years ago

Listeners Say

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A few listeners critique presentation and pacing, citing monotone delivery and some production choices as areas for improvement.
The show is widely viewed as a go-to CFL podcast with clear expertise in teams, players, and league trends.
Listeners praise deep CFL knowledge and strong guest lineups, making it a reliable source for league insights.

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Talking Points

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Before you even get a chance.
Q: How concerned should fans be about attendance and the team's direction this season?
Attendance is down, which reflects performance concerns, but the hosts advise fans to stay engaged and push for accountability while recognizing that rebuilding efforts may extend into 2027.
Before you even get a chance.
Q: What does Jim Popp's involvement mean for the team's quarterbacking and overall strategy?
Popp's role could bring experience and connections but may also complicate decision-making if he exerts too much influence over talent choices, especially at the quarterback position.
Before you even get a chance.
Q: Last week, we talked a lot about them, and here we are back at it with more changes. Heath, what do you want to talk about?
We're focusing on the Ottawa situation, the leadership shakeups, and how those changes could set the table for a more stable future, including advisory roles and how they might affect cap management.
Quick Kicks 159: with Steve Daniel (CFL Associate VP, Football and Team Analytics).
Q: What sparked the shift toward higher scoring and more aggressive play this season?
The combination of rule tweaks (like changing where post-field goal possessions start), the quarterback depth and efficiency trend, and the overall faster tempo that allows for more opportunities and big plays.
Quick Kicks with Steve Daniel (CFL Associate VP, Football and Team Analytics).
Q: Can you tell me how your analytics shaped on-field decision making, especially on third down and in the red zone?
Analytics have pushed teams to move beyond traditional yardage and toward scenarios like end-zone depth, red-zone win rates, and down-and-distance splits, which coach decision-makers now routinely consider when choosing to punt, go for it, or kick.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Third Down Gamble

What is Third Down Gamble about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A CFL-focused show that features roundtable analysis, guest CFL insiders, and data-informed observations about teams, players, and league trends. Across episodes, discussions regularly center on team dynamics (notably the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Ottawa Redblacks, and other CFL markets), coaching decisions, quarterback situations, rule changes, and the evolving business and media landscape of Canadian football. Noteworthy traits include a mix of analytical guests, beat reporters, and former players, plus a signaling of data-driven perspectives (from league analytics to stats-driven breakdowns). Listeners can expect deep dives into strategy, roster moves, and league-wide developments, often with a lively, opinionated style that appeals to dedi... more

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1. McLeod Bethel-Thompson
2. Nathan Roark
3. Graham Mosimann
4. Corey Mace
5. Ryan Dinwiddie
6. Zach Collaros
7. Howie Mooney
8. Adam Rieter

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