It’s now official for the Blue Bombers

The Winnipeg Blue Bombers will have a major boost on Friday night.

After missing the last four games due to injury, quarterback Zach Collaros is set to return to action against the Ottawa Redblacks. The game will air at 8:30 p.m. on RDS2.

The 37-year-old veteran was forced to leave the game on July 5 against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats. Winnipeg won that game 14–13, but Collaros suffered an injury after being sacked by quarterback Reggie Stubblefield in the second quarter.

Since that incident, the Bombers have had to juggle their options at quarterback. Taylor Elgersma finished the game against Hamilton, before Dru Brown took over for the next four games.

Winnipeg's results during this stretch were mixed. The team won two of those four games and suffered two losses. Collaros's return therefore comes at a time when the Bombers are looking to regain stability and continue their climb up the standings.

The veteran will soon have a great opportunity to make his mark. When they host Ottawa, Winnipeg will face a team that has been going through a particularly rough stretch since the start of the season.

A Favorable Matchup for Winnipeg, but Uncertainty Remains

The Rouge et Noir are still winless after eight games. For Collaros and the Bombers, this situation presents an interesting opportunity to improve their record and secure a fifth win in their ninth game of the season.

However, the quarterback's return won't be the only thing to watch for before kickoff. Brady Oliveira's status remains uncertain. The running back is dealing with an ankle injury and did not participate in Wednesday's practice.

A decision regarding his availability will therefore be made before the game. Oliveira's potential absence could pose an additional challenge for Winnipeg, especially as the team aims to give Collaros the best possible conditions for his return.

All eyes will be on the veteran quarterback on Friday. After several weeks on the sidelines, Zach Collaros will have the opportunity to take the reins of a team hoping to capitalize on his return to kick off a new winning streak.

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