Burke says turnovers and an offence vulnerable to the blitz need fast fixes
WINNIPEG – They got their first win of the season in Montreal, but Winnipeg Blue Bombers coach Tim Burke says if the turnovers don’t stop, he will have to look at putting new people in some positions.
The Bombers turned the ball over five times yet still managed to win 19-11 as the Alouettes struggled on offence Thursday night.
In addition to curing the turnovers, Burke says they have to find a way to defend against the blitz that hampered their offence.
Meanwhile, defensive tackle Bryant Turner stayed behind at a Montreal hospital for observation.
Turner, tied for the CFL lead in sacks already with three in two games, appeared to have difficulty breathing Thursday evening in the fourth quarter.
Burke says initial tests turned up nothing but they will know more in a day or so.
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