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Ben Grant

@coachbengrant.bsky.social

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Toronto Argonauts colour analyst on TSN 1050, host of Xs and Argos, retired football coach, 2x National Champion, proud husband and father.

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 8h

It's a bye week for the Argos, but there's plenty to talk about! 🏈 This week's episode features a loaded listener mailbag covering short-yardage struggles, CFL strategy, rules, and plenty more! Plus, Put Me Down for 20 and Challenge Flag! #Argos #CFL youtu.be/RbennMt7vGo

Bye Week Mailbag Special!

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

Anytime. Ask away! We’re also collecting questions we didn’t get to answer from over the past few weeks.

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 04/10/2026

One yard short. The Argos defence was outstanding, holding Nathan Rourke and BC without a TD. Nick Arbuckle played well in place of Chad Kelly. But four BC fumbles all bounced back to the Lions, and Toronto was stopped at the 1. BC 24, Argos 17. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/M8HnRCzOxvk

Postgame Reaction — BC 24, Toronto 17

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Two of the hottest teams in the CFL collide at BMO. With JC Abbott filling in for JB, we cover 🖐️ Chad Kelly’s hand 🤫 CFL trade deadline 🏈 New Argos DL ♟️ Lions-Argos OCDC 😴 Dr. David Greenberg on sleep & travel 🎙️ Pregame Walkthrough is up! #Argos #BCLions #CFL youtu.be/9vDLp4kGC50

Pregame Walkthrough — Lions at Argonauts

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

How did the Argos win THAT?! Down 21-7. Offence going nowhere. Brady Oliviera running wild. Cue the explosive plays. Argos 30, Bombers 28. Postgame Reaction is live. #Argos #Bombers #CFL youtu.be/vDnzNugIHDg

Postgame Reaction — Toronto 30, Winnipeg 28

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

PREGAME WALKTHROUGH: With JB away this week, @JohnDHodge joined me to get you set for Toronto v Winnipeg on Friday. We also discussed McFadden, Kelly, expansion, and whether or not you need a run game if you're winning through the air. #Argos #Bombers #CFL youtu.be/_-OEU12Pn80

Pregame Walkthrough — Argonauts at Blue Bombers

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

The offence exploded out of the gate but disappeared in the second half. The Argos defence delivered when it mattered most. Toronto beats Edmonton 24-19 and secures a home playoff game. I break it down on the Postgame Reaction, and I may have gone on a rant. #Argos #Elks #CFL youtu.be/ZGs3t4v3pIc

Postgame Reaction — Toronto 24, Edmonton 19

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The Elks come to town Saturday and JB and I get you set: Intriguing new signings Kendall Randolph nearing a return Why Argos fans might cheer for Hamilton How Toronto can avoid a repeat of that loss in Edmonton It’s WWE Night at BMO. 🎙️Pregame Walkthrough is up now. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/spmK19y8Qk8

Pregame Walkthrough — Elks at Argonauts

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Toronto moved the ball at will, Chad Kelly threw for 443 yards and the defence played great - but two red-zone picks and some wild clock management left it all up to Hajrullahu. One second. One kick. Ballgame. #Argos #Redblacks #CFL youtu.be/Q-KOD-c8xE8

Postgame Reaction — Toronto 26, Ottawa 23

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The Argos are home on a short week against a rested Ottawa team with nothing to lose. JB and I talk Magic Numbers, Dinwiddie vs. Miller, why this has the makings of a trap game, and how Toronto can build off what worked on Labour Day. #Argos #Redblacks #CFL youtu.be/3IukX4ORNqk

Pregame Walkthrough — Redblacks at Argonauts

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

POSTGAME REACTION: The Argos came away 37-22 winners over Hamilton on Labour Day - JB and I break it all down, some tech issues aside. #Argos #Ticats #CFL youtu.be/pgjQbLJkPvQ?...

Postgame Reaction — Toronto 37, Hamilton 22

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

It’s Labour Day. Argos-Ticats. And this one is HUGE. JB and I break down the matchup, the kicking situation, the return of a big name at practice, QB tandems, and how Toronto can attack man coverage. #Argos #Ticats #CFL youtu.be/8xQyyPj-ibY

Pregame Walkthrough — Labour Day Classic: Argos at Tiger-Cats

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

It should have been over by halftime. Instead the Argos suffered their worst loss of the season. Missed opportunities. No running game. Protection issues. Shut down offensively in the second half. And one brutal late penalty. JB and I break it all down. #Argos #Riders #CFL youtu.be/YCc3OXjnEpI

Postgame Reaction — Saskatchewan 28, Toronto 24

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Toronto heads to Saskatchewan to face a banged-up Riders team. - Should the Argos extend Chad Kelly ASAP? - Why changing teams is like learning a new language - How Toronto should attack Saskatchewan Plus transactions, Injury Report, OCDC, & more. #Argos #Riders #CFL youtu.be/Xv4sfeqOD7E

Pregame Walkthrough — Argos at Roughriders

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Toronto 39 - Hamilton 20. The Argonauts suddenly have a power run game as they tallied 145 yards on the ground, and Chad Kelly picked apart the Hamilton defence. JB and I break down all the action from this big Toronto win. #Argos #Ticats #CFL youtu.be/rbziyZ4GRng

Postgame Reaction — Toronto 39, Hamilton 20

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

It’s CNE Game week! Hamilton comes to BMO for a HUGE East Division matchup, and JB and I get you set. How do you prepare for two completely different QBs? How can the Argos overcome shaky pass protection? What's Hamilton planning? #Argos #Ticats #CFL youtu.be/bK4otMA-SlQ

Pregame Walkthrough — CNE Game: Tiger-Cats at Argonauts

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

That was ugly. The Argos fall 42-12 in Edmonton and drop to 4-5. Six turnovers, special teams mistakes, questionable 3rd-down decisions, and a struggling OL. There were positives on defence. But there’s a lot to fix. 🎙️ Postgame Reaction is up now. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/0VtZJdIsTtQ

Postgame Reaction — Edmonton 42, Toronto 12

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The 4-4 Argos head to Edmonton Saturday afternoon and JB and I get you set. 🏈 How should Toronto handle the risk/reward of Chad Kelly? ⏱️ A deep dive into late-game clock management 📋 Latest roster moves ♟️ How to stop Justin Rankin - and attack the Elks defence #Argos #Elks #CFL youtu.be/i9wgH3oSAWA

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 11: Argos at Edmonton

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

This is awesome. I dropped by as close to the pregame show as I possibly could but I think everyone was still stuck in line. What a view, plus great beer, Pinball, and an Xs and Argos cake. Glad you enjoyed it Doug.

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Five turnovers. Four Chad Kelly INTs. And somehow, an Argos win. JB and I break down how a dominant defensive performance kept Toronto alive long enough for the offence to wake up and steal a wild 33-30 win over Calgary. 🎙️ Postgame Reaction is up now. #Argos #CFL #Stampeders youtu.be/5powcjP8CXY

Postgame Reaction – Argonauts 33, Stampeders 30

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The road trip is finally over. The Argos are home. JB and I preview Toronto's home opener against Calgary, discuss the trade for Chris Kolankowski, dive into a fascinating new study on CFL travel, and break down how the Double Blue can get back to .500. #Argos #Stamps #CFL youtu.be/wT4yDySbQIg

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 9: Home Opener vs. Calgary

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

The long road trip is over. Time for report cards. JB and I hand out midseason grades, rank every CFL team, and explain why Toronto is in position to make a run in the East. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/oX07-bORmf4

Bye Week Podcast - Midseason Report Cards and Second-Half Outlook

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

This 26 points wasn’t the same. It could easily have been in the 40s. Once Kelly went down, with a two and then three-score lead, they game managed.

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

The Argos put together their most complete game of the season, beating BC 26-12 behind a dominant defensive effort and strong play from both Chad Kelly and Nick Arbuckle. JB and I break it all down on the Postgame Reaction Podcast. 🎙️ #Argos #CFL #BCLions youtu.be/STzMZ4HJmTw

Postgame Reaction – Argonauts 26, Lions 12

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Toronto wraps up its two-month road trip in BC before finally heading home after the bye. JB and I break down Shawn Lemon's return, Jack Cassar's Hall of Fame honour, why this is a must-win, and how the Argos can beat the Lions. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/r17kIGnjNxg

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 8: Argos at Lions

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

The easy takeaway is that one missed field goal cost Toronto the game. The correct takeaway is that a collection of mistakes over four quarters left the Argos badly needing that kick. JB and I break it down on this week's Xs and Argos Postgame Reaction. #Argos #Ticats #CFL youtu.be/_pUqSPM-7h4

Postgame Reaction – Tiger-Cats 24, Argonauts 23

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

The 2-3 Argos head to Hamilton looking to get back to .500. JB and I break down a busy week in Toronto and look at what the Argos must do to beat the Tiger-Cats. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/WCWqN-uF_9I

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 7: Argos vs. Tiger-Cats

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

The Argos fall 30-21 in Winnipeg despite holding Brady Oliveira in check and forcing two turnovers. The turning point? A missed field goal returned 129 yards for a touchdown - a 10-point swing in a nine-point game. 🎙️ New Postgame Reaction available now. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/S0Ka7TzWFxQ

Postgame Reaction – Blue Bombers 30, Argonauts 21

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

You did! Our guy will send you an email for the transfer. Should be a lot of fun.

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

The 2-2 Argos head to Winnipeg looking to make a statement in the toughest place to play. JB and I preview the matchup, discuss the latest roster moves, and break down both sides of the ball. 🎙️ New Pregame Walkthrough available now. #Argos youtu.be/8UJgdtLwG88

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 6: Argos at Blue Bombers

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Postgame Reaction: The Argos fall 58-36 after Vernon Adams Jr. caught fire, but Toronto's offence continued to move the football. JB and I break down what went wrong, the two defensive issues Calgary repeatedly exploited, and how Toronto can fix them. #Argos #Stampeders #CFL youtu.be/biYoFnzUVYc

Postgame Reaction – Stampeders 58, Argonauts 36

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The 2-1 Argos head to Calgary on a short week looking for a third straight win and a chance to keep the pressure on Montreal. JB and I break down the matchup and preview the game. 🎙️ New Pregame Walkthrough available now. #Argos #CFL youtu.be/as82v_Cla-A

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 5: Argos at Stampeders

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Statement win. The Argos hand Saskatchewan its first loss with a 40-34 victory in Regina. Janarion Grant changed the game with a TD, and Toronto's stars made the plays when they mattered most. JB and I break it all down on the Postgame Reaction Podcast. #Argos #Riders #CFL youtu.be/Mlg-8wCvw0k

Postgame Reaction - Argos 40 - Roughriders 34

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

"Is this home?" "No, it's Saskatchewan." The Toronto Argonauts are the "home" team tonight in Regina, and Mike Hogan and I will have the call. 🎙️ Pregame: 8:30 PM ET🏈 Kickoff: 9:00 PM ET 📻 Listen on TSN 1050 .ca: n.rvan.co:8000/network-a.mp3 #Argos #Riders #CFL

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

HOME SUITE HOME We’re giving away our first pair of tickets for Toronto’s home opener August 6 in one of the brand new north end boxes at BMO Field. To enter, predict Toronto’s total passing yards Friday night in Saskatchewan. Reply below with your guess to enter. #Argos

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

The Argos head to Regina to take on the Roughriders in a measuring-stick game for Toronto. JB and I go through all this week's news and look at what the Double Blue need to do to leave Saskatchewan with a win. #Argos #Roughriders #CFL youtu.be/vgG6yzJedOw

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 4: Argos at Roughriders

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Toronto beat Ottawa 44-24 in a game that was closer than the score suggests, but was never really in question either. Kelly topped 400 passing yards again, Mital had a monster day, and the defence allowed only one TD. We break it down here... #Argos #CFL youtu.be/iLL9B0Ew3ew

Postgame Reaction – Argos 44, Redblacks 24

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

The Argos are in Ottawa this week for their first meeting with former head coach Ryan Dinwiddie. JB and I break down what we saw on rewatch, what Toronto can fix, key injury concerns, and what the Double Blue need to do to avoid a 0-2 start. youtu.be/msUUblTcExo #Argos #CFL

Pregame Walkthrough – Week 3: Argos at Redblacks

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

Haha I like it. I can’t think of a Raptors equivalent. KDWasOut would work if the Raps hadn’t gone on to win. You could go the other way - FourBouncesThough.

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

PODCAST: Free agency has settled, and the Argos look very different. New head coach, Hall of Fame front office, major signings, Wynton in Hamilton. JB and I break it down - and we've even got this visual aid! Listen on your app or watch here: youtu.be/_VQa8khckkc #Argos #CFL

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

You could chart a neat little bivariate grid showing how ‘the NBA Cup is stupid’ magically becomes ‘this tournament is amazing’ the moment a fan’s team starts winning. I currently think it’s amazing.

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 22/11/2025

The Xs and Argos Season Finale is here. I talk to Ralph Holley about his return, plus JB and I dive into Ryan Dinwiddie’s departure, the coaching search, and the free agent picture. And we hand out our 2025 Xs and Argos Awards. Watch: youtu.be/mq3WnOYaKkU #Argos #CFL

Season Finale: Dinwiddie to Ottawa, the Coaching Search, Ralph Holley Returns - with an interview

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Haha I don’t know.

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Lirim Hajrullahu has been named a finalist for the CFL's Most Outstanding Special Teams Player award. Hajrullahu's season was historically good, setting all-time CFL and Argos records, including hitting the most 50+ yard field goals (12) in a season. #Argos #CFL

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

DB Tarvarus McFadden and K Lirim Hajrullahu have both been named East Division All-Stars. This list could easily include guys like Nicastro, Coxie and Herslow, but when you're a five-win team, it's more difficult to take the attention from others around the league. #Argos #CFL

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

EXIT INTERVIEW POD - JB and I break down the Argos’ 2025 award nominees, and react to end-of-season comments from Ryan Dinwiddie and Pinball Clemons. Listen here or on your app: youtu.be/5_KEW1qowSs #Argos #CFL

Exit Interviews: The highs and lows of 2025

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

POSTGAME REACTION: The Argos lost 44-13 in Calgary. JB and I break down a night of QB evaluation that started with a pick-six and ended with a TD. Plus, Lirim Hajrullahu and Kevin Mital made history. Listen here or on your app: youtu.be/59E58InoK6c #Argos #CFL

Postgame Reaction: Calgary 44 - Toronto 13

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Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

Beaming with pride tonight as my wife was inducted into the McMaster Sports Hall of Fame - honoured for guiding the Marauders to the 2000 OUA title and 2001 national championship. It was awesome to see her whole team back together again to celebrate!

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Here's how Toronto will suit up in Calgary. I've been waiting to see Brevin Allen all year - he dresses at DE, and Tieide is in at wideout. The Argos are also dressing two long snappers, two kickers, and a punter. #Argos #Stampeders #CFL

Ben Grant @coachbengrant.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

PREGAME WALKTHROUGH: JB and I are back for the final Pregame Walkthrough of 2025 as the Argos head to Calgary. We dig into All-Star voting, evaluate the coaching staff, and highlight which young players we're excited to see Saturday. youtu.be/1HMP44iW7Xg #Argos #CFL

Pregame Walkthrough: Argos at Stampeders

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