Redblacks at the 6-game mark

by Cranky Frank Clair The CFL's East division race has become a tight one following a 4-game stretch that has seen the Redblacks pick up just one win, and now sit with a record of 3-2-1. This makes it time for reflection and a quick review of our personnel, but first, let’s get right to … Continue reading Redblacks at the 6-game mark

#TBT: Looking back with Marc Parenteau

By: Santino Filoso In today’s Throwback Thursday Interview we sit down with offensive lineman Marc Parenteau. Drafted by the Renegades in 2003, Marc went on to play for Winnipeg, Saskatchewan and Toronto during the course of his 9 year career, winning two Grey Cups (in 2007 and 2012) along the way. RR: After being drafted by … Continue reading #TBT: Looking back with Marc Parenteau

Redblacks Recap: Ottawa goes out with a whimper

By: Santino Filoso On Friday night, the Redblacks inaugural season game to an end in the soulless stadium once known as Sky Dome. An Ottawa team playing for nothing but pride took on an Argos squad fighting for their playoff lives in front of the biggest home crowd of the year (roughly 19,000) and two dozen members … Continue reading Redblacks Recap: Ottawa goes out with a whimper

#TBT: An Interview with Mike Abou-Mechrek

By: Santino Filoso Today we sit down with former Ottawa Renegades offensive lineman Mike Abou-Mechrek. Drafted by the Winnipeg Blue Bombers in 1999 and quickly going on to establish himself as a reliable starter throughout his 10 year career, Mike played in Ottawa from 2002-2004 before winning a Grey Cup with Saskatchewan in 2007. RR: You played for the Renegades … Continue reading #TBT: An Interview with Mike Abou-Mechrek

Game #3; TD Place Comes to Life as the Redblacks Edge the Argos

By: Santino Filoso On Friday night, after 3177 days (but who's counting), CFL football returned to Ottawa with a roar. R-Nation unleashed nine years of pent up energy as the Redblacks survived a tight 18-17 defensive battle to get their 1st win of the season and 1st win at home in dramatic fashion. Pre-Game: - Ottawa was buzzing all … Continue reading Game #3; TD Place Comes to Life as the Redblacks Edge the Argos