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Collaros Cleared to Start Saturday After Full Practice

Returning to practice under Alain Couture’s oversight after last week’s hard hit reinforces the team’s head-injury protocols.

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Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros practices on Tuesday.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros (8) celebrates his touchdown against the Edmonton Elks during second half CFL action in Winnipeg Thursday, June 26, 2025. Collaros was a full participant at practice on Tuesday morning.  

Overview

  • Zach Collaros was a full participant in Tuesday’s practice and confirmed he will start at quarterback against the Toronto Argonauts on Saturday night.
  • He consulted daily with director of health and performance Alain Couture to assess his recovery before resuming full training.
  • Collaros criticized the CFL’s inconsistent late-hit rulings and called for stronger measures to protect quarterbacks.
  • The Bombers erred on the side of caution after Collaros slammed his head on the turf following a hit by Clarence Hicks in last week’s Calgary game.
  • Special teams veteran Trey Vaval also returned to full practice after recovering from a neck injury sustained against the Stampeders.