Americanization in the Air: CFL’s New Rules and the Future of the Game - The Sports Lunatics Show
- shawnlavignemedia
- Sep 23
- 2 min read
The Canadian Football League just dropped a bombshell—and The Sports Lunatics Show is here to unpack it.
On September 22, 2025, CFL Commissioner Stewart Johnson held a press conference that sent shockwaves through the football world. He announced a sweeping set of rule changes slated to take effect in 2026 and 2027, aimed at modernizing the game and boosting fan engagement. But not everyone is cheering.
“Garbage.” That’s how BC Lions quarterback Nathan Rourke described the new rules, igniting a firestorm of debate across the league and among fans. From gameplay tweaks to structural shifts, the proposed changes have sparked everything from cautious optimism to outright outrage.
Inside the Episode: Shawn and Howie React in Real Time
Moments after Johnson’s announcement, hosts Shawn and Howie jumped behind the mic to deliver their unfiltered take on the commissioner’s vision—and Rourke’s blunt response. In this episode, they explore:
🔍 What the new rules actually are and how they could reshape the CFL
🧠 Why Rourke’s reaction matters and what it says about player sentiment
🤔 Speculation on the future: Will these changes help or hurt the league?
🗣️ Fan reactions from across Canada—mixed, passionate, and deeply divided
While it’s too early to know how these changes will play out on the field, The Sports Lunatics Show offers a smart, spirited, and sometimes skeptical look at what’s coming—and what it could mean for the CFL’s identity.
Don’t Miss This Episode
Whether you’re a die-hard CFL fan, a curious newcomer, or just love a good sports debate, this episode is packed with insight, analysis, and a touch of lunacy. Tune in below and join the conversation.
What do you think of the CFL’s new direction? Drop your thoughts in the comments or tag us on social media using #SportsLunaticsShow. Let’s talk football—Canadian style.
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