On the first episode of Ticats This Week, Rick Zamperin is joined by Matt Bucknor and Mike Daly discuss the Hamilton Tiger-Cats' preseason performance, analyze training camp cuts, and highlight potential impact players from the practice squad. The trio also preview Hamilton's first game of the 2025 regular season as the Ticats travel to Calgary to take on Vernon Adams Jr and the Stampeders.  Key Takeaways:Thoughts and prayers are with the Stegall family.The CFL community is a tight-knit family.The first team offense showed promise in preseason.Depth at defensive back is a key strength.Preseason games are crucial for player development.Training camp cuts can be surprising based on performance.Understanding the playbook is essential for success.Players need to adapt to new schemes quickly.Practice squad players can emerge as key contributors.Injuries can open opportunities for practice squad players. Practice roster players are crucial for team depth.A fast start can set the tone for the season.Minimizing mistakes is essential in early games.Vernon Adams Jr. brings leadership and skill.Continuity in the offense can lead to better performance.Defensive identity is key for success.Execution is vital for winning games.The importance of chemistry among players cannot be overstated.Home games create a playoff-like atmosphere.Fans play a significant role in energizing the team.Chapters00:00Tribute to Chase Stegall03:07Hamilton Tiger-Cats Preseason Performance11:48Training Camp Cuts and Surprises18:09Potential Impact Players from the Practice Squad20:55The Role of Practice Roster Players24:21Fast Starts: Key to Success30:01Minimizing Mistakes in Early Games38:46Vernon Adams Jr.: A New Challenge42:08Looking Ahead: Anticipations for 2025The Ticats Audio Network provides Hamilton Tiger-Cats fans with the most comprehensive, entertaining and informative news and information about their favourite football team. Featuring Steve Milton, Mike Daly, Bubba O’Neil, Courtney Stephen, Simoni Lawrence, Mike Morreale, Rob Hitchcock, Mike Daly, Louie Butko, Troy Durrell, Ticats players, coaches and front office personnel, and many more. Regular shows include Ticats Today, Ticats This Week, Tiger-Cats Game Day, Tiger-Cats Pregame, Tiger-Cats At The Half, Tiger-Cats Postgame, Speaking With The Enemy, Morreale & Hitch, The Milton Report, What Happened with Simoni Lawrence, and so much more. Ticats Audio Network content can be found on the Tiger-Cats YouTube channel, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, at listen.ticats.ca and anywhere else you find podcasts. Please follow, like, leave a review wherever you find our content, and follow the Hamilton Tiger-Cats social media channels to keep up to date with all Ticats Audio Network content. Twitter: @TicatsInsta: @hamiltontigercatsTikTok: @hamiltonticatsFacebook: cfltigercatsYouTube: ticatstvchannel

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