Collaros leaves Blue Bombers vs. Lions – Calgary

VANCOUVER – Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros left Winnipeg’s must-win game against the BC Lions with an injury.

The 38-year-old American was leveled by Lions defensive lineman Nathan Cherry late in the third quarter and lay on the field being watched by trainers for several minutes before making his way to the medical tent on the sidelines.

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The Blue Bombers later posted on social media saying that Collaros was “out for the remainder of the game,” but he remained on the bench.

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Dru Brown took over at quarterback and threw a touchdown pass to Dorian Singer minutes after entering.

Collaros completed nine of his 21 passing attempts for 105 yards with an interception before being sidelined.

The Blue Bombers (8-9) need a win against the Lions (10-7) to earn a playoff spot for the 10th straight season.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Oct. 23, 2026.