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Collaros Returns as Bombers Face Stampeders in Critical Playoff Clash
Collaros said he feels comfortable after the injury and will lead Winnipeg in a game that could decide both teams’ playoff fate.
- Winnipeg Blue Bombers quarterback Zach Collaros returned to full practice Thursday and will start Saturday's pivotal game against the Calgary Stampeders at Princess Auto Stadium.
- Collaros missed the last two games after sustaining a head injury during the Sept. 12 Banjo Bowl, while the team recently suffered a 37-10 defeat to the Montreal Alouettes.
- "It's not a decision you make lightly," Collaros said regarding his return, while receiver Tim White called seeing him back "definitely inspiring."
- A victory on Saturday would secure the season tiebreaker for the Blue Bombers, though Stampeders coach Dave Dickenson said, "We have a ton of respect for Winnipeg and their veteran leadership."
- Collaros confirmed earlier this week he plans to play next year, though the Blue Bombers remain focused on the present to maintain their playoff hopes.
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Around the CFL: Can Collaros get Blue Bombers back on track?
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers should get a big boost for a critical game with the return of their most important player. Whether it’s enough to extend the CFL’s longest active playoff streak remains to be seen. Quarterback Zach Collaros, a two-time winner of the CFL’s Most Outstanding Player award, has been cleared to return from a head injury and will start Saturday against the visiting Calgary Stampeders (8-8) after missing the past two games. It …
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