There’s only one storyline from Saturday’s Banjo Bowl that feels truly important: the health of Zach Collaros.
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers led 13-12 late in the third quarter when their veteran quarterback left the game with what appears to be a head injury. The Bombers never recovered, and the Saskatchewan Roughriders went on to win 21-13.
Now sitting at 6-6, the Bombers have no choice but to dust themselves off and head to Hamilton to take on the Tiger-Cats on Friday. As for the 10-2 Roughriders, they can clinch a playoff spot next week with a home win over Montreal.
Before we move forward, let’s revisit the Collaros situation — and more — from the Labour Day rematch with another edition of 5 Takeaways.
CONCERN OVER COLLAROS
Not again.
Zach Collaros lay motionless on the field after