Latest CFL Buzz: Toronto Argonauts hunts coach, Winnipeg Blue Bombers offensive coordinator (OC) vacancy updates and top free agents ranked

Justin Dunk, John Hodge, and JC Abbott break down the Toronto Argonauts’ coaching search, the top 50 CFL free agents, CFL players attracting NFL interest, Winnipeg’s hunt for a new offensive coordinator, Montreal Carabins’ 60th Vanier Cup victory over Saskatchewan, and Marshawn Lynch FaceTiming Corey Mace during Regina’s Grey Cup parade.

Argonauts Coach Search & Bombers OC Vacancy Updates

Toronto Still Hunting for a Head Coach

• The Argonauts remain in search of a head coach, following the departure of Ryan Dinwiddie, who left to take on the dual role of head coach and general manager at another club.

• The coaching carousel has drawn interest from various corners — including a reported interest in the long‑time head coach of the Blue Bombers.

Winnipeg Eyes New Offensive Coordinator

• The Blue Bombers are actively looking to fill their offensive coordinator role. Two coaches have recently surfaced as candidates: Mike Miller (currently quarterbacks coach with the Argonauts) and Tommy Condell, a veteran CFL assistant.

• Mike Miller helped guide multiple quarterbacks to Grey Cup wins over his four‑season stint in Toronto — a resume that makes him an attractive OC candidate.

• Condell, meanwhile, has prior experience working with the Blue Bombers (as early as 1997) and has coordinated offenses for several CFL teams, including a recent stint with the Ottawa Redblacks.

• The current OC — Jason Hogan — appears to be on uncertain ground, as the club may be seeking fresh offensive leadership after a disappointing 2025 campaign

Meanwhile, despite the front‑office shuffle, the Blue Bombers confirmed that their head coach Mike O’Shea and general manager Kyle Walters will return for 2026 — offering some stability as they revamp other

📋 What the Top Free Agents List Means for 2026

According to a recent episode of the popular CFL‑focused podcast by 3DownNation, league insiders are already setting their sights on next year’s pending free agents.

• The list of “top 50 pending 2026 CFL free agents” is generating buzz — not only because some players could be signed by other CFL clubs, but also because a few may draw interest from NFL teams

• Movement in free agency could reshuffle rosters significantly. Given that many CFL teams — like the Argonauts and Bombers — are undergoing coaching or coordinator changes, some players might see fresh opportunities elsewhere.

While 3DownNation hasn’t publicly released the full top‑50 list in the same story, the discussion alone suggests that several high-impact players will likely test the market, making the 2026 free‑agency period one of the more consequential ones in recent memory.

🔎 What This Means for the 2026 Season

• For Toronto: Hiring a new head coach will be a critical decision. Whoever they pick will set the tone for the roster rebuild and influence how aggressively they pursue free agents.

• For Winnipeg: The OC hire could reshape an offense that struggled at times in 2025. Between Miller and Condell, there are distinct philosophies on the table — each with potential to revitalize or redirect the Bombers’ offensive identity.

• For the league overall: As free agents scatter across teams (or even to the NFL), expect increased parity. Teams undergoing coaching changes or weak at certain positions could see major revamps.