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Zach Collaros injury and Winnipeg Blue Bombers status

Overview

Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros is facing physical setbacks following a recent overtime loss to the Saskatchewan Roughriders. After expressing a “vengeance mindset” ahead of the Banjo Bowl rematch, Collaros was forced to leave that game after appearing to land on his head and neck while attempting a tackle.

Following a bye week, Collaros missed the team’s first practice due to a head injury. While head coach Mike O’Shea expressed hope for his availability for the Week 17 matchup against the Toronto Argonauts, the team has now officially ruled him out for the game due to the head injury. This marks the fifth game Collaros will miss this season.

Dru Brown is confirmed to start for the Blue Bombers this Friday against the Toronto Argonauts. This will be Brown’s fifth start since being re-acquired from the Ottawa Redblacks in June. During his relief appearances this season, Brown has recorded 1,148 passing yards, five touchdowns, and five interceptions.

Team members have expressed support for the transition. Veteran left tackle Stanley Bryant stated he does not expect a “significant drop-off in mentality or performance,” while running back Brady Oliveira noted Brown’s preparation during the recent bye week. Bryce Perkins serves as the secondary backup for the team.

Entities

Zach Collaros · Winnipeg Blue Bombers · Dru Brown · Mike O’Shea · Toronto Argonauts

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Dru Brown to start for Winnipeg Blue Bombers against Argonauts

    Dru Brown will start at quarterback for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers against the Toronto Argonauts, replacing injured starter Zach Collaros.

  2. 8 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Winnipeg Blue Bombers rule out QB Zach Collaros for Argonauts game

    Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros will miss Friday's game against the Toronto Argonauts due to a head injury sustained during the Banjo Bowl.

  3. 11 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Zach Collaros misses practice due to head injury

    Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros missed practice due to a head injury sustained during the Banjo Bowl. Dru Brown is expected to start if Collaros cannot play against the Toronto Argonauts.

  4. 20 days ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Zach Collaros seeks comeback in Banjo Bowl rematch against Roughriders

    Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros aims to lead a comeback against the Saskatchewan Roughriders in a sold-out Banjo Bowl rematch following a recent overtime loss.

Sources

3downnation.com · brandonsun.com · globalnews.ca · winnipeg.citynews.ca · winnipegfreepress.com

This summary has been updated 2 times: see revision history