Collaros throws 3 TDs in Blue Bombers' season-opening win over Tiger-Cats

Zach Collaros threw for 189 yards and three touchdowns in the first quarter and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers held off a late Hamilton surge to defeat the visiting Tiger-Cats 42-31 in the first game of the season for both teams Friday.

Winnipeg's defence also contributed to a pivotal first quarter by forcing two turnovers for two touchdowns in front of 29,057 roaring fans at IG Field.

One turnover was an interception thrown by quarterback Bo Levi Mitchell, who was Hamilton's big-name acquisition in off-season free agency.

Collaros finished 21-of-32 passing for 354 yards and a trio of touchdowns.

Mitchell went 18-of-34 for 187 yards with two interceptions and one touchdown throw.

Bombers receiver Nic Demski scored a touchdown and finished the night with 113 yards on six catches.

Rasheed Bailey, Drew Wolitarsky and Brady Oliveira also scored touchdowns for Winnipeg.

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