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The Saskatchewan Roughriders have been dealing with questions about their quarterbacks for what seems like an eternity.

That’s what happens when a team struggles at the CFL’s most important position.

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Those challenges came to a head in 2018 when the Riders overcame the pitiful performances of starting quarterback Zach Collaros and backup Brandon Bridge to post a 12-6 record and play host to a playoff game for the first time since 2013.

Saskatchewan’s success was largely due to the performance of the its defence, which produced 11 touchdowns. Special teams helped out with four return touchdowns and a West Division all-star performance from placekicker Brett Lauther.

The Roughriders had a 10-4 record in games started by Collaros, a slate that overshadowed issues with Saskatchewan’s offence.

Collaros completed only nine touchdown passes against 13 interceptions and Bridge had one touchdown pass and three picks. Collaros also battled concussion issues, beginning early in the season, and missed four regular-season games.