However , the Bombers shocked many by getting off to a fast start , going 7 -- 1 in their first 8 games .
The Blue Bombers were considered to be a non-contender by many sports writers at the start of the season .
The Bombers shocked many by getting off to a fast start , going 7 -- 1 in their first 8 games .
The Blue Bombers were considered to be a non-contender by many sports writers at the start of the season .