Bombers Hit Hard by Injuries | Winnipeg News

Winnipieg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Winnipeg Blue Bombers take a major hit as defensive back Ethan Ball is sidelined for the season after tearing his Achilles in last week’s game — a crushing blow for a 24-year-old rising star who’d just returned from injury. It’s the second key player lost this year, following linebacker Jovan Santos-Knox’s early-season exit. Coach O’Shea feels the loss deeply, especially given Ball’s impact on defense and special teams. Meanwhile, running back Brady Oliveira remains questionable after missing practice three days straight, while receiver Nic Demski is also doubtful but was seen back on the…