The Winnipeg Blue Bombers’ season comes to an end after a 42–33 loss to the Montreal Alouettes in the East Final. Connor Hrabchak and Zach Schnitzer break down how the Bombers’ defense was exposed, the key mistakes that proved costly, and what this loss means for Mike O’Shea, Zach Collaros, and the core heading into the offseason. They also look ahead to what changes could be coming in 2026 and reflect on the end of an incredible five-year run for this Bombers era.

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Intro: Bombers season ends in Montreal (00:00)

Defensive breakdown and early struggles (02:00)

Davis Alexander shreds Winnipeg’s secondary (05:50)

Key moments: Oliveira fumble & Jefferson penalty (09:45)

Mike O’Shea’s decisions under the spotlight (13:00)

Should the Bombers have gone for it on 3rd and 4? (17:00)

Offense vs. defense: who actually showed up (20:00)

Zach Collaros’ deep-ball choices and turnovers (24:00)

Turnovers define the Bombers’ 2025 season (27:00)

Mini offseason preview: what comes next (31:00)

Final thoughts and end of an era (35:00)

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