Zach Collaros
Bio
Zach Collaros is the quarterback and the beating heart of this Bombers offence, but right now he's playing through cracked ribs that have limited him in practice. At 4-4 after consecutive home losses by 22 and 16 points, No. 8's health is the single biggest swing factor for the second half.
2026 Season Stats
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Games played | 7 |
| Comp / Att | 148 / 221 |
| Completion % | 67.0% |
| Passing yards | 1,742 |
| Touchdowns / INTs | 11 / 7 |
| QB rating | 90.3 |
| Sacks taken | 16 |
2026 Season Analysis
The defence just surrendered a franchise-record 377 rushing yards to B.C., which means Collaros will need to win shootouts with a patchwork O-line that has Jarell Broxton out and Micah Vanterpool sliding over to right tackle. If his ribs hold up and the protection stabilizes, the Bombers can still compete; if not, this season is circling the drain.
Contract & Salary
Reported $525,000 per season through 2027. The ribs are the story: Winnipeg is managing his reps carefully rather than risking the franchise QB on a 4-4 season.
Role on the Team
As QB1, the offence runs entirely through Collaros' arm and reads — and when he's limited, the play-calling shrinks to a predictable shell.