On this episode of Ticats Today, Steve Milton talks with 6’6” receiver, Justin McGriff. McGriff was poised to join the 2023 Ticats before a serious off-field accident during training camp, last year, threatened his career. Despite the setbacks, McGriff has recovered and is set to return to the field.
Key Takeaways
· McGriff shares insights into his accident, breaking his leg and the emotional journey of being told he couldn't play football.
· Despite the challenges, McGriff expresses gratitude for his recovery and the opportunity to return to the field.
· They then discuss McGriff's remarkable height, highlighting his uniqueness on the team.
· McGriff reflects on being one of the tallest players last year and the adjustment to now having taller teammates, adding an element of fun to the game.
· McGriff reflects on his initial struggles adapting to Canadian football, citing unfamiliarity with the waggle and defensive strategies.
· With more experience, McGriff feels more comfortable and confident on the field, enabling him to play faster and more effectively.
· Milton delves into McGriff's decision to accelerate his high school and college education, graduating early and positioning himself as one of the youngest players in the league.
· McGriff shares his belief in gaining experience early in his career to prolong his longevity in the game, emphasizing the importance of availability in football.
· McGriff discusses his decision to join the CFL directly instead of waiting for NFL opportunities, driven by his faith in himself and the desire to make a name for himself in the league.
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On this episode of Ticats Today, Steve Milton talks with 6’6” receiver, Justin McGriff. McGriff was poised to join the 2023 Ticats before a serious off-field accident during training camp, last year, threatened his career. Despite the setbacks, McGriff has recovered and is set to return to the field.
Key Takeaways
· McGriff shares insights into his accident, breaking his leg and the emotional journey of being told he couldn't play football.
· Despite the challenges, McGriff expresses gratitude for his recovery and the opportunity to return to the field.
· They then discuss McGriff's remarkable height, highlighting his uniqueness on the team.
· McGriff reflects on being one of the tallest players last year and the adjustment to now having taller teammates, adding an element of fun to the game.
· McGriff reflects on his initial struggles adapting to Canadian football, citing unfamiliarity with the waggle and defensive strategies.
· With more experience, McGriff feels more comfortable and confident on the field, enabling him to play faster and more effectively.
· Milton delves into McGriff's decision to accelerate his high school and college education, graduating early and positioning himself as one of the youngest players in the league.
· McGriff shares his belief in gaining experience early in his career to prolong his longevity in the game, emphasizing the importance of availability in football.
· McGriff discusses his decision to join the CFL directly instead of waiting for NFL opportunities, driven by his faith in himself and the desire to make a name for himself in the league.
The 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, RJ Broadhead, Luke Tasker, Mike Daly, Bubba O’Neil, Courtney Stephen, Simoni Lawrence, Mike Morreale, Rob Hitchcock, Brian Simmons, Louie Butko, Ticats players, coaches and front office personnel, other Canadian Football League experts 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, CFL This Week, 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: @Ticats
Insta: @hamiltontigercats
TikTok: @hamiltonticats
Facebook: cfltigercats
YouTube: ticatstvchannel