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In the end, the Argos couldn’t Bear to watch the utter humiliation no longer, reaching out to a veteran who will provide the winless team with a veteran presence and proven linebacker.

The return of Bear Woods, who was officially added to the Argos’ practice roster Monday, shouldn’t come as a major surprise.

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The Argos wanted to move in a different direction, but in the back of their mind there always existed the possibility of the affable Woods returning.

You can question the timing of his return and the more over-arching question of why he was cut in the first place, but Woods is a solid player.

He won’t play Thursday, but he should be available for the Argos’ next game, an Aug. 16 home date with Edmonton on the opening of the CNE where fans who purchase a football ticket will gain free admission into the grounds.

Historically, Winnipeg, this week’s opponent, is the worst draw for the Argos.

The way the Argos have been playing, the way Winnipeg has attracted fans in the past, it wouldn’t surprise anyone if Thursday’s game doesn’t hit the 10,000 number in paid attendance.