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Zach Collaros hopes Blue Bombers bounce back against Roughriders
Nic Demski returns and Redha Kramdi is back after six games as Winnipeg tries to respond to a 32-26 overtime loss.
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers host the Saskatchewan Roughriders for the Banjo Bowl rematch Saturday at Princess Auto Stadium, with quarterback Zach Collaros aiming to bounce back after last week's 32-26 overtime loss in the Labour Day Classic.
Collaros was sacked three times during the Labour Day Classic loss and limited his post-game media interview to less than 50 seconds, choosing to review game film before commenting.
The Bombers made four roster changes for Saturday, including the return of receiver Nic Demski after an ankle injury; Safety Redha Kramdi also returns while receiver Ontaria Wilson sits out with a hand injury.
Saskatchewan quarterback Trevor Harris acknowledged Collaros's 'vengeance mindset' heading into the rematch, while Collaros embraced Demski at practice on Friday, signaling focus on leadership and team unity.
The sold-out crowd at Princess Auto Stadium is expected to create an intense atmosphere, with Demski noting the noise will be a 'huge factor' for the visiting Roughriders.