IT’S SO HEARTBREAKING: Milanovich Breaks Silence After Ticats GM’s Blunt Assessment of Bo Levi Mitchell’s Early 2025 Struggles
HAMILTON, ON – Hamilton Tiger-Cats Head Coach Scott Milanovich addressed the media today, his voice heavy with a mix of frustration and unwavering support, just moments after General Manager Ted Goveia delivered a stark, almost “shocking” announcement regarding quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell’s performance in the nascent 2025 CFL season. The highly anticipated season has started with a disappointing 0-2 record for the Tiger-Cats, putting immediate pressure on the team’s leadership.
While the exact phrasing of Goveia’s comments has not been fully released, insiders suggest the GM’s tone was exceptionally direct in highlighting Mitchell’s “failure to… convert opportunities” and a critical need for improvement, particularly regarding turnovers. This public candour from the typically measured Goveia has sent ripples through the CFL community, leading to the immediate and emotional response from Coach Milanovich.
“It’s heartbreaking to see where we are right now,” Milanovich stated, his gaze fixed, “because I know the work Bo puts in. I see it every single day. But we have to be honest with ourselves. The results aren’t there.”
Mitchell, who led the CFL in passing yards last year (5,451) but also threw a league-high 18 interceptions, has continued to struggle with ball security in 2025. Through two games, he has 640 passing yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception, but the team’s inability to close out games has been a major concern. Milanovich has been vocal about challenging Mitchell to reduce these critical mistakes, even admitting recently that he was “pissed at him” during training camp for throwing interceptions.
Despite the raw honesty, Milanovich quickly pivoted to a message of resilience and faith in his starting pivot. “Bo is a winner. He’s one of the best to ever do it in this league,” the coach affirmed. “We will get this corrected. We are united in turning this around, and that starts with protecting the football and capitalizing when it matters most.”
The “shocking announcement” from Goveia, likely a reinforcement of the team’s high expectations and the need for immediate results, appears to have laid bare the pressure cooker situation in Hamilton. With a franchise quarterback under the microscope and a coach openly showing his emotional investment, the coming weeks will be crucial for the Tiger-Cats to demonstrate they can overcome these early season struggles.
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