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The Riders would need to swing a trade to acquire Collaros and possibly renegotiate his contract to fit into the salary structure. He is tough and might fit into the Riders’ offensive schemes.

The other pending free-agent quarterbacks are Travis Lulay (British Columbia Lions), Dan LeFevour (Winnipeg Blue Bombers) and Drew Willy (Montreal Alouettes). The CFL usually publishes its list of free agents after the Grey Cup game.

Looking ahead to the off-season, here is a breakdown of the Riders’ current quarterbacks:

Kevin Glenn: Regardless of which direction the Riders go at starting quarterback, having Glenn on the roster makes sense even though he will 39 next season. He can be a starter, but can also provide an insurance policy as a backup. He’s also great in the locker room and embraces the mentoring of young quarterbacks.

Brandon Bridge: He showed potential in relief, but needs to be more consistent if he’s going to step up as a starter. If the CFL changes the international/national ratio to include Canadian quarterbacks, Bridge would be even more valuable.

Vernon Adams Jr.: He was used primarily as a short-yardage specialist in 2017, scoring three touchdowns in that role. The 5-foot-11, 200-pounder is elusive and could be the team’s quarterback of the future.

Marquise Williams: He dressed for eight regular-season games this season before being placed on the six-game injured list. He showed a strong arm during the pre-season and could gain from the experience of being on the sideline and meeting rooms during the 2017 season.

David Watford: The Riders signed him on Oct. 9 and he spent the rest of the season the practice roster. In 2017, he attended training camp with the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles as a wide receiver, registering four receptions for 24 yards in three pre-season games. Versatility could add to Watford’s value.

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