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SASKATOON — Chris Jones’ stomach was feeling significantly better after the Saskatchewan Roughriders’ latest mock game.

Last year, the Riders’ head coach and general manager said he wanted to throw up after the controlled scrimmage at Saskatoon Minor Football Field. Jones then criticized the execution and vowed that the Riders would bounce back during the ensuing week of practice.

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Jones didn’t have any queasy feelings after Saturday’s mock game was conducted before approximately 3,000 spectators at SMFF.

“It was way better than last year,’’ said Jones, who is in his second season with the CFL’s Riders. “We didn’t run near as many plays and it was a little hotter last year too. It was a much cleaner day (Saturday).’’

Jones was pleased with the performances of the approximately 90 players, but wasn’t willing to publicly evaluate anyone in particular.

“I don’t like to single guys out after a game unless it was completely obvious,’’ Jones said. “Everybody did some good things, just like Tyler (Crapigna). He didn’t have a good day, then he comes back to kick a 55-yard field goal to end the day. Everybody had some good things and everybody has something they need to improve on.’’