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Collaros Debut Drives Blue Bombers Past Lions

The victory moves Winnipeg to 2-0 before Thursday's home clash with the Edmonton Elks.

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 Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ Matthew Peterson is tackled by B.C. Lions’ Deontai Williams during CFL game in Vancouver June 21, 2025.
Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Deatrick Nichols, right, blocks a pass to B.C. Lions' Ayden Eberhardt during game in Vancouver on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Overview

  • Zach Collaros completed 18 of 25 passes for 179 yards with two touchdowns and two interceptions in his first game of the season.
  • He threw his 200th career touchdown pass to Dalton Schoen on a 15-yard play early in the first quarter.
  • Winnipeg's defense forced four turnovers, highlighted by Jamal Parker's 57-yard fumble return for a touchdown.
  • Jeremiah Masoli stepped in for the injured Nathan Rourke, passing for 281 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions in his first start for B.C.
  • Running back Brady Oliveira sat out with a shoulder injury, adding to Winnipeg's injury challenges.