• Zach Collaros threw for 334 yards and four total touchdowns (3 passing, 1 rushing) in the victory • Nic Demski recorded 97 receiving yards and two touchdowns despite being a game-time decision with an ankle injury • Winnipeg remains undefeated at 3-0 while Edmonton falls to 0-3 to start the 2025 season
Game Recap:
The Winnipeg Blue Bombers improved to 3-0 on the season with a convincing 36-23 victory over the Edmonton Elks at Princess Auto Stadium on Thursday night. Zach Collaros delivered another masterful performance with 334 passing yards and four total touchdowns, while the Bombers’ balanced offense proved too much for Edmonton. The loss drops the Elks to 0-3, continuing their winless start to the 2025 campaign.
Results
Team
1
2
3
4
OT
T
Outcome
EDM
7
6
10
0
0
23
Loss
WPG
6
17
0
13
0
36
Win
Game Highlights Video:
Watch the full game highlights above to catch all the key plays from Edmonton Elks vs Winnipeg Blue Bombers.
Blue Bombers Performance:
Winnipeg’s offense clicked on all cylinders, with Collaros finding multiple receivers throughout the game and the ground game contributing effectively behind Matthew Peterson’s 65 rushing yards.
Top Defensive Players: • Tony Jones: LB – 6 tackles, 1 sack • Kyrie Wilson: LB – 5 tackles, 1 sack • Redha Kramdi: DB – 5 tackles • James Vaughters: DE – 4 tackles, 1 fumble recovery • Evan Holm: DB – 3 tackles
Elks Performance:
Edmonton showed flashes of offensive potential with Tre Ford completing 18 of 29 passes for 252 yards, but costly turnovers and defensive breakdowns prevented them from keeping pace with Winnipeg’s high-powered attack.
Top Defensive Players: • Nick Anderson: LB – 7 tackles • Devodric Bynum: LB – 6 tackles • Chelen Garnes: DB – 5 tackles • Nyles Morgan: LB – 5 tackles • Kordell Jackson: DB – 4 tackles
The current CFL standings show both Montreal and Winnipeg sitting atop their respective divisions with perfect 3-0 records. In the West Division, Saskatchewan also remains unbeaten at 3-0, while Calgary holds a 2-1 record. The East Division sees Montreal leading, followed by Ottawa at 1-2, with both Hamilton and Toronto still searching for their first wins. Edmonton’s loss keeps them winless alongside Hamilton and Toronto as the only teams yet to record a victory in 2025.
Winnipeg’s dominant performance showcased why they’re considered early Grey Cup contenders, with Collaros looking sharp and the supporting cast stepping up when needed. The Bombers will look to maintain their perfect record when they travel to Calgary next week, while Edmonton must regroup quickly as they prepare to host Ottawa in their next outing.
What are your thoughts on Collaros’ performance and Winnipeg’s early-season dominance? Can Edmonton bounce back from their 0-3 start, or are deeper issues at play? Share your comments below.
Mark Perry is the founder and editor of CFL News Hub. A dedicated and experienced football analyst, he has been providing comprehensive coverage of the sport since 2018.
