Brief

Blue Bombers QB Zach Collaros exits must‑win game with injury

Collaros was knocked down late in the third quarter and did not return, prompting backup Dru Brown to finish the game.

By Felo News Desk · Published Sat, 24 Oct 2026 16:56:24 GMT

Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros left Winnipeg's must‑win game against the B.C. Lions with an apparent injury, the Canadian Press reported on Oct. 23.

What happened

Collaros, 38, was hit by Lions defensive lineman Nathan Cherry late in the third quarter and remained on the field under trainer supervision before walking to the medical tent. He had completed nine of 21 passes for 105 yards with one interception before exiting.

What was said

The Blue Bombers posted on social media that Collaros "is out for the remainder of the game." The team’s statement was reported by the Canadian Press.

How it came about

With the Blue Bombers (8‑9) needing a win to keep playoff hopes alive, backup quarterback Dru Brown entered, throwing a touchdown pass to Dorian Singer minutes later.

Key facts

• Zach Collaros left the game after a hit by Nathan Cherry. (winnipegfreepress.com)
• Collaros completed 9 of 21 passes for 105 yards and one interception before exiting. (winnipegfreepress.com)
• Backup Dru Brown threw a touchdown pass to Dorian Singer after Collaros left. (winnipegfreepress.com)

Sources

• [1] winnipegfreepress.com — originally reported as “Blue Bombers QB Zach Collaros leaves game against Lions with apparent injury”