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Uwazurike wasn't able to practice at all this week due to a shoulder issue. He started seven of Denver's first eight games, but he's now required to miss the team's next four contests. Third-round rookie Tyler Onyedim could see the first gameday action of his career as a result.

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Sanders went unclaimed after being placed on waivers Sunday. The linebacker is now set to spend the entirety of the 2026 season on the Broncos' injured reserve unless he is waived with an injury settlement.

Elliss was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to an ankle injury, which is severe enough for him to warrant a stint on injured reserve. He'll be required to miss at least four games, so the earliest he can return is Week 12 against the Steelers on Friday, Nov. 27. The Broncos will get some pass-rushing reinforcement after Jonathon Cooper was activated from the commissioner's exempt list.

Bailey will now spend the entirety of the 2026 campaign on injured reserve unless he is waived with an injury settlement. The linebacker sustained a broken leg in last Friday's preseason opener, so he will likely remain on the team's injured reserve for the season instead of settling.

The offensive tackle can return for Denver's Week 5 matchup with the Chargers at the earliest. Crum suffered a leg injury during the Broncos' second preseason against the Packers and missed the last week of training camp. The third-year pro projects as a depth tackle even when healthy.

Harvey was already ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Chiefs, but now that he's on IR, the second-year running back will be required to miss at least the next four games. That means the earliest that he is eligible to return is Week 13 against the Dolphins on Sunday, Dec. 6. In Harvey's absence, the Broncos' backfield will be led by J.K. Dobbins and rookie fourth-rounder Jonah Coleman.

Per Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette, Badie broke his thumb during the Broncos' 17-14 overtime win over the Seahawks in Week 6. Badie is required to miss at least four games, and the earliest he can return is Week 12 against the Steelers on Friday, Nov. 27. Jonah Coleman (ankle) was activated from injured reserve in a corresponding move, and if he's cleared to play Sunday, then he would slot in as the RB3 behind J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey.

Lohner underwent a procedure in June to address a lower-body injury, and he remained sidelined throughout the preseason. The tight end will now be forced to miss at least four contests to open the 2026 regular season, and the earliest he could make his season debut is in Week 5 against the Chargers on Oct. 11.

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The offensive guard began camp on the active/PUP list and was never activated, prompting the move to reserve/PUP for the start of the regular season. Now, Gargiulo will have to miss at least the first four games of the 2026 campaign. The 2024 seventh-round pick should play a backup role once he's able to return.

Cooper now has a jury trial scheduled to begin Nov. 10 following a pair of domestic incidents that occurred a week apart in early June. The NFL placed him on the Commissioner's Exempt List on Sunday, which means he still gets paid and can attend team meetings but can't practice or play in games. Cooper's stint on the list is indefinite but may last for as long as his legal situation is playing out in court.

Turner was placed on the NFI list in late July with an undisclosed injury, but it looks like he's now back in football shape ahead of Friday's preseason opener at Atlanta. The vast majority of his snaps with Denver in 2025 came on special teams.

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Ehlinger is officially inactive Sunday, though he will be available if Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham exit the contest due to injury, illness or ejection.

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Humphrey has appeared in Denver's last four regular-season contests. However, he will be a healthy scratch for the meeting with Carolina, meaning his next opportunity to play will come in Week 11 against the Raiders, following the Broncos' bye.

Forsyth sat out the Broncos' AFC Championship loss to the Patriots last season due to an ankle injury but is now healthy again. He is expected to serve as the team's backup center behind Luke Wattenberg during the upcoming campaign.

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Taylor appeared to sustain the injury while making a tackle. He was able to walk off the field under his own power before being taken to the locker room, where medical staff diagnosed the 27-year-old with a concussion that will keep him sidelined for the rest of Friday's exhibition contest. Taylor will finish his outing with one assisted tackle.

Moss has enterted the NFL's five-step concussion protocol and will not return to Sunday's game. Jahdae Barron will likely finish the game at outside cornerback for the Broncos.

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Allen injured his hamstring during the Broncos' Week 7 win over the Cardinals. He ended Week 8 prep with back-to-back limited practices, which was enough for him to draw the questionable tag for Sunday's AFC West tilt. Malcolm Roach, Jordan Jackson and Sai'vion Jones would all be in line for more defensive snaps if Allen is not cleared to play.

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Coleman is still questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, but his activation off IR indicates that he is on track to appear in his first contest since Week 2 against the Jaguars. With Tyler Badie (thumb) on injured reserve, Coleman will slot into the RB3 spot behind J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, and Coleman should also be in the mix for return duties on kickoffs.

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After being evaluated for a potential concussion, Waddle is done for the day and will thus target a potential return to action Nov. 22 against the Raiders, following Denver's Week 10 bye. In his absence Sunday, Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant, Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims will handle the team's WR duties versus Carolina.

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Bryant was carted off the field due to a sprained right ankle during a Week 4 loss at San Francisco that forced him to injured reserve before Week 5 action. Since the Broncos designated him for return from IR on Wednesday, he logged full practices during the entirety of Week 9 prep, and while he was listed as questionable for Sunday, head coach Sean Payton told Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette on Friday that the second-year pro is in line to play this weekend. Ultimately, Bryant's status will be confirmed about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

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After being evaluated for a potential concussion, Waddle is done for the day and will thus target a potential return to action Nov. 22 against the Raiders, following Denver's Week 10 bye. In his absence Sunday, Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant, Troy Franklin and Marvin Mims will handle the team's WR duties versus Carolina.

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Humphrey has appeared in Denver's last four regular-season contests. However, he will be a healthy scratch for the meeting with Carolina, meaning his next opportunity to play will come in Week 11 against the Raiders, following the Broncos' bye.

Moss has enterted the NFL's five-step concussion protocol and will not return to Sunday's game. Jahdae Barron will likely finish the game at outside cornerback for the Broncos.

Ehlinger is officially inactive Sunday, though he will be available if Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham exit the contest due to injury, illness or ejection.

Hufanga was considered a game-time call for this one. However, he won't suit up for a fourth consecutive contest. Hufanga is seemingly moving in the right direction, so there's a chance he will be back on the field in Week 11, following the Broncos' bye.

Uwazurike wasn't able to practice at all this week due to a shoulder issue. He started seven of Denver's first eight games, but he's now required to miss the team's next four contests. Third-round rookie Tyler Onyedim could see the first gameday action of his career as a result.

Bryant was carted off the field due to a sprained right ankle during a Week 4 loss at San Francisco that forced him to injured reserve before Week 5 action. Since the Broncos designated him for return from IR on Wednesday, he logged full practices during the entirety of Week 9 prep, and while he was listed as questionable for Sunday, head coach Sean Payton told Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette on Friday that the second-year pro is in line to play this weekend. Ultimately, Bryant's status will be confirmed about 90 minutes before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.

Jones was forced out of the Broncos' contest versus the Chiefs in Week 8 early by a hamstring injury, and he'll now have to sit out his first game of the season as he recovers. In his absence, Devon Key could get a start at safety in Week 9.

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Uwazurike will miss his first game of the season in Week 9 as he tends to a shoulder injury that kept him out of practice all week. In his stead, 2025 third-rounder Sai'vion Jones figures to get more opportunities on the defensive line Sunday.

Abrams-Draine has been unable to practice since exiting the Broncos' Week 8 win over the Chiefs with an ankle injury. The reserve cornerback and punt returner will now miss Week 9, leaving Jahdae Barron as the sole reserve cornerback behind starters Pat Surtain, Riley Moss and Ja'Quan McMillian.

Though Bryant, who was designated to return from IR on Wednesday, is officially listed as questionable ahead of Week 9 action, he practiced fully all week and is thus slated to be activated no later than Saturday, at which point his injury designation could be removed. If he is indeed in uniform this weekend, he'll have an opportunity to reclaim a key role in a Denver WR corps that has thus far been led by Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton.

Hufanga missed each of Denver's past three contests due to an ankle injury. He was able to return to practice this week with limited sessions Thursday and Friday, but it's unclear if that will be enough for him to suit up Sunday. Fellow safety Brandon Jones (hamstring) has been ruled out for Week 9, so it could be Devon Key and Taylor Rapp starting this weekend if Hufanga is inactive.

After being listed as DNP on Wednesday, Hufanga's return to practice will give him a chance to play Sunday against the Panthers after he's missed the past three contests.

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The cornerback exited Sunday's win over the Chiefs with the injury and was unable to return. With Denver's cornerbacks now healthy, Abrams-Draine was relegated to a pure special-teams role in Week 8.

After being designated for return from injured reserve Wednesday, Bryant was back on the practice field with no restrictions. With a bye looming for the Broncos in Week 10, it's unclear if the team will decide to activate the wide receiver before Sunday's matchup with the Panthers. Regardless of whatever decision the team makes, Bryant appears to be fully recovered from the ankle injury that has sidelined him since Week 4.

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Jones entered Sunday's matchup with a questionable tag after suffering a hamstring injury at practice during the week. Although the safety was ultimately able to play, it's possible that he tweaked the injury during the game, and he will now have to shift his sights to Week 9. In his absence, Taylor Rapp and Devon Key will operate as Denver's two primary safeties against Kansas City.

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Abrams-Draine picked up an ankle injury late in the first half, and his status for the rest of the game is now uncertain. In his absence, Jahdae Barron will operate as Denver's top reserve option behind Pat Surtain and Riley Moss at cornerback against Kansas City.

As the emergency QB3, Ehlinger is not allowed to play Sunday unless both Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham leave the game due to injury, illness or ejection.

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Harvey was already ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Chiefs, but now that he's on IR, the second-year running back will be required to miss at least the next four games. That means the earliest that he is eligible to return is Week 13 against the Dolphins on Sunday, Dec. 6. In Harvey's absence, the Broncos' backfield will be led by J.K. Dobbins and rookie fourth-rounder Jonah Coleman.

Jones may have tweaked his hamstring during Week 8 prep, seeing as he popped up on Thursday's injury report as a limited practice participant. Talanoa Hufanga (ankle) has already been ruled out, and if he's joined by Jones on the sidelines, then the Broncos would have to rely more heavily on Devon Key, JL Skinner and Jahdae Barron in the secondary.

After opening the week with a missed practice and then logging limited sessions Thursday and Friday, Waddle's status remains unsettled heading into the weekend. The Broncos and Chiefs are scheduled for a 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, which could mean limited alternatives for fantasy managers if Waddle comes down to a game-time decision and then doesn't play. If that were to happen, Denver would likely look to Troy Franklin, Marvin Mims and Lil'Jordan Humphrey to take more WR snaps alongside Courtland Sutton.

Harvey was a mid-week addition to the injury report, listed as limited Thursday and absent Friday. It sounds like he may only miss a game or two, but that could impact his role down the stretch if rookie Jonah Coleman takes advantage of the opportunity ahead. Coleman took half of the snaps and half of the backfield opportunities last week in his first game back from injured reserve, while Harvey was limited to a 25 percent snap share and five touches, relying on a 52-yard TD reception to salvage his fantasy day. Harvey's absence could free up a few more snaps and touches for Coleman or J.K. Dobbins.

Hufanga is set to miss his third straight game due to an ankle injury he suffered Oct. 11 versus the Chargers. The veteran safety didn't practice at all this week, so it's far from certain he'll be ready to return in Week 9. Devon Key and Jahdae Barron should continue to help prop up the secondary in Hufanga's absence.

Allen injured his hamstring during the Broncos' Week 7 win over the Cardinals. He ended Week 8 prep with back-to-back limited practices, which was enough for him to draw the questionable tag for Sunday's AFC West tilt. Malcolm Roach, Jordan Jackson and Sai'vion Jones would all be in line for more defensive snaps if Allen is not cleared to play.

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Waddle departed in the fourth quarter of this past Sunday's win at Arizona due to a chest injury, which limited him in practice last Wednesday and Thursday before he returned to a full session Friday and didn't enter the weekend with a designation. This week has been a different story, though, as he kicked it off with a DNP on Wednesday before Thursday's capped session. Friday's injury report will reveal Waddle's chances to suit up Sunday against the Chiefs.

Harvey wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, and it's unclear if his limitations a day later stemmed from Denver's initial practice or were the result of an issue the running back encountered Thursday. In any case, added context with regard to Harvey's status for Sunday's game against the Chiefs will arrive no later than Friday. If available this weekend, Harvey will contend with J.K. Dobbinsand Jonah Coleman for Denver's Week 8 backfield touches.

Allen was a non-participant at practice to open the week Wednesday after suffering a hamstring injury in Week 7 versus Arizona, but he was able to return to the field Thursday. The defensive lineman will have one more chance to log a full practice prior to Sunday's matchup with the Chiefs.

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According to Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com, Waddle was present for the media-access portion of practice, but he didn't end up doing enough on the field to go down as a limited participant on the Broncos' first report of Week 8. The wideout thus has two more opportunities to log practice reps ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Per Mike Klis of 9News Denver, the Broncos remain hopeful that Waddle will be able to suit up Sunday, after he aggravated the chest injury when he was tackled for a 12-yard loss after bobbling a pitch from quarterback Bo Nix on a reverse play in last week's win over the Cardinals.

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Waddle went to the locker room in the fourth quarter, and the Broncos confirmed shortly before the end of the game that he was dealing with a chest injury. Sunday's injury could be an aggravation of the chest injury that bothered Waddle in practice leading up to the game. Waddle is likely to pop up on the injury report as the Broncos prepare for a Week 8 rematch with the Chiefs, who defeated Denver in Week 1. He finished with four catches for 48 yards on seven targets against the Cardinals.

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Surtain was a limited participant throughout Week 7 prep and had an outside chance to suit up for Sunday's game. The star cornerback isn't quite ready to return to the field, leaving Kris Abrams-Draine to once again fill in at outside cornerback opposite Riley Moss.

Ehlinger will only be available if quarterbacks Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham must exit due to injury, illness or ejection.

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Allen sustained the injury late in the second half, and more information on the severity will likely be provided in the near future. The defensive lineman's status at the team's first practice of the week Wednesday will shed more light on his availability moving forward.

Coleman is still questionable for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, but his activation off IR indicates that he is on track to appear in his first contest since Week 2 against the Jaguars. With Tyler Badie (thumb) on injured reserve, Coleman will slot into the RB3 spot behind J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey, and Coleman should also be in the mix for return duties on kickoffs.

Elliss was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals due to an ankle injury, which is severe enough for him to warrant a stint on injured reserve. He'll be required to miss at least four games, so the earliest he can return is Week 12 against the Steelers on Friday, Nov. 27. The Broncos will get some pass-rushing reinforcement after Jonathon Cooper was activated from the commissioner's exempt list.

Per Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette, Badie broke his thumb during the Broncos' 17-14 overtime win over the Seahawks in Week 6. Badie is required to miss at least four games, and the earliest he can return is Week 12 against the Steelers on Friday, Nov. 27. Jonah Coleman (ankle) was activated from injured reserve in a corresponding move, and if he's cleared to play Sunday, then he would slot in as the RB3 behind J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey.

A full practice participant all week, Coleman appears ready to return just as Tyler Badie (thumb) is set to miss at least one game. If Coleman is activated from injured reserve before Sunday, his role could include some of the snaps in clear passing situations. J.K. Dobbins remains the favorite to start and lead the team in carries, but his status as the lead runner may be on thin ice, as he's averaging just 3.3 yards per carry.

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Hufanga was held out of practice all week due to an ankle injury, which he picked up during the Broncos' Week 5 win over the Chargers. He'll be sidelined for a second consecutive game, and his next opportunity to play is Week 8 against the Chiefs on Sunday, Nov. 1. Devon Key and Jahdae Barron will both continue to see more work in the secondary in Hufanga's absence.

With back-to-back limited practices Wednesday and Thursday, Waddle appears to at least have a good chance to play through the issue Sunday against Arizona. Waddle has been one of the more disappointing early-round fantasy picks through six weeks, collecting just 22 catches for 228 yards and one touchdown on 38 targets across six games.

Coleman avoided any setbacks at Wednesday's practice, during which he was a full participant. The rookie fourth-round pick has a good chance of being activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Cardinals, though his standing in a Broncos backfield that also includes J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey and Tyler Badie (thumb) is murky.

Surtain appears to have a decent chance to return to action Sunday against the Cardinals after he's missed the past two games for Denver. He'd be set for a date with Michael Wilson if active for Week 7.

Badie was knocked out of the Broncos' contest versus the Seahawks in Week 6 early by a thumb injury, and now his status for Week 7 is in jeopardy. Unless he's able to return to practice Friday, odds are not great he'll be able to play Sunday at Arizona.

Waddle missed a brief spell in last Thursday's win against the Seahawks due to a shoulder injury, finishing Week 6 with four catches (on seven targets) for 24 yards. Almost one week later, he's tending to a chest issue, meaning his status will be watched closely as the weekend draws closer.

The transaction opens up a 21-day window wherein the Broncos can evaluate Coleman for a return from the 53-man roster. Though Coleman is eligible to play as soon as Sunday against the Cardinals, the rookie running back may need more than a week of practice time before the Broncos are ready to bring him back from IR. Prior to being deactivated due to an ankle sprain, Coleman logged 10 carries for 39 yards and a touchdown to go with three catches for 19 yards on three targets through Denver's first two games.

Elliss suffered the injury late in the fourth quarter, and he was wearing a walking boot and using crutches after the contest. The silver lining is that the third-year pro avoided a season-ending injury, but it's severe enough for him that he'll likely require a stint on IR. Jonathon Cooper was reinstated from the commissioner's exempt list this past Friday and should operate in a large role opposite Nik Bonitto at the edge rusher position for as long as Elliss is sidelined.

With the Broncos coming off a mini bye following last Thursday night's win over the Seahawks, Surtain looks to return to the field Sunday against the Cardinals after missing the previous two contests. Kris Abrams-Draine filled in opposite Riley Moss against Seattle, and while he gave up plenty of completions as he was relentlessly targeted, Abrams-Draine did pick off Sam Darnold in the victory.

Hufanga suffered an ankle injury during the Broncos' Week 5 win over the Chargers, and the severity of the injury was diagnosed as week-to-week. He didn't play against the Seahawks in Week 6, but he'll have two more opportunities to practice in at least a limited capacity ahead of Sunday's road tilt against the Cardinals. Devon Key will continue to operate in an expanded role in the Broncos' secondary for as long as Hufanga is sidelined.

Badie sustained a thumb injury during the first half of the Broncos' Week 6 win over the Seahawks this past Thursday and did not return to the contest. He's opened the week with a DNP, and he'll have two more chances to practice in at least a limited capacity ahead of Sunday's road game against the Cardinals.

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While Ehlinger is inactive for this contest, he will be available if Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham exit due to injury, illness or ejection.

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Badie suffered a thumb injury in the first half and was considered questionable to return. Now that he has been ruled out for the remainder of Thursday's contest, RJ Harvey and J.K. Dobbins should each get a few more touches.

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Surtain was held out of practice all week by an ankle injury, which will cause him to miss a second consecutive game. Meanwhile, fellow starting outside cornerback Riley Moss (ribs) earned the questionable tag for Thursday's game, and, if he returns, the second starting spot would go to one of Jahdae Barron or Kris Abrams-Draine. Surtain's next opportunity to play is Week 7 against the Cardinals on Sunday, Oct. 25.

Listed as a non-participant on the Broncos' first two Week 6 injury reports, Hufanga is set to miss Thursday's game against the Seahawks and looks like he could be in danger of missing additional time beyond that. Per Fowler, one source familiar with Hufanga's situation estimated that the safety could be sidelined for about 2-to-3 weeks, depending on how quickly he bounces back from the ankle injury. Hufanga has recorded 23 tackles (12 solo), three pass breakups, two interceptions, one forced fumble, one sack and one touchdown through the Broncos' first five games.

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Moss was unavailable for Sunday's 23-17 win over the Chargers as a result of an injury to his ribs that he suffered in Week 4. The cornerback was unable to practice at all last week, so Monday's estimated participation is a step in the right direction. Moss will have two more chances to officially practice before Thursday's matchup with the Seahawks.

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Hufanga suffered an ankle injury during the team's 23-17 win over the Chargers on Sunday, and the team will have a short week prior to facing the Seahawks on Thursday night. The safety will have two more chances to participate at practice this week, and if he can't go Thursday, Devon Key would be the top candidate to draw a start in Hufanga's place within Denver's secondary.

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Ehlinger continues to fulfill the role of an additional depth option behind Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham. Ehlinger will only enter the game if both Nix and Stidham are forced out of the contest.

Hufanga had his lower body bent backwards while making a tackle in the second half, and his day has now officially come to a premature end. In his absence, JL Skinner and Devon Key are both candidates to see increased opportunities at safety.

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The news doesn't come as a surprise, as Surtain is expected to miss at least two games due to an ankle injury that he sustained against the 49ers in Week 4. The positive news is that the injury isn't severe enough for him to go on injured reserve. However, Denver will be without its two starting outside cornerbacks in Surtain and Riley Moss (ribs) for Sunday's AFC West contest, leaving Jahdae Barron and Kris Abrams-Draine to serve as the starters. The Broncos' Week 6 tilt against the Seahawks is this upcoming Thursday, so Surtain figures to be held out of that game given the short turnaround.

The Broncos will be without both starting outside corners in Moss and Patrick Surtain (ankle), so Kris Abrams-Draine and Jahdae Barron will both step into starting roles for Sunday's AFC West tilt. Moss was unable to practice all week due to his rib injury, and he faces an uphill battle to return for Week 6 against the Seahawks, given the short turnaround for a Thursday night game.

Because of his placement on IR due to an ankle injury, Bryant will be required to miss at least the next four games. The earliest he can return is Week 9 against the Panthers on Sunday, Nov. 11, but with the Broncos on bye for Week 10, the second-year wide receiver could be held out until Week 11 against the Raiders in late November. Troy Franklin figures to step into the WR3 role behind Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle for as long as Bryant is sidelined.

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Though Bryant looks poised to avoid a stint on injured reserve after an MRI on the right ankle he injured in Sunday's loss to the 49ers ruled out a long-term injury, the second-year wideout still appears likely to miss some time. He's been a spectator for the Broncos' first two practices of Week 5 and will likely be officially ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers following Friday's session.

Moss has been forced to miss back-to-back practices to open the week while nursing an injury to his ribs. With Patrick Surtain (ankle) also trending towards being unavailable in Week 5, Denver may be thin in the secondary versus the Chargers on Sunday.

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Bryant sprained his right ankle during the Broncos' Week 4 loss to the 49ers. An MRI did not reveal a high-ankle sprain, which is good news for the second-year wide receiver. Bryant is still expected to miss time, so he can be considered on the doubtful side for Sunday's AFC West showdown against the Chargers. He has a 9-133-1 receiving line (12 targets) through four games, and assuming Bryant is sidelined for Week 5, that workload will be absorbed by Jaylen Waddle, Courtland Sutton, Marvin Mims and Troy Franklin.

Surtain injured his ankle during the Broncos' Week 4 loss to the 49ers, but the initial tests ruled out a severe injury for the star cornerback. However, Surtain didn't practice Wednesday, and he appears unlikely to be available for Sunday's game against the Chargers. Riley Moss (ribs) may also miss time after getting hurt Week 4, so the Broncos could have to break in two new starters in Jahdae Barron and Kris Abrams-Draine at the outside cornerback spots in Week 5.

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The report doesn't offer any specifics regarding what the MRI revealed, but Bryant may have avoided a dreaded high-ankle sprain after exiting Sunday's 24-14 loss to the 49ers. Bryant still appears likely to miss time due to the injury, with Adam Schefter of ESPN relaying Monday that the second-year wideout is expected to be sidelined for "a few weeks." Assuming Bryant is out for at least this Sunday's game against the Chargers, the Broncos would have more reps available for Marvin Mims and Troy Franklin behind starting receivers Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton.

It was reported earlier Monday that Surtain was expected to be sidelined by the ankle injury he sustained in Sunday's loss to the 49ers, and it appears he will sit out at least a couple games. However, Surtain does not appear to be facing an extended absence, and he could be back on the field before October comes to a close.

Moss injured his ribs during the Broncos' 24-14 loss to the 49ers on Sunday, joining fellow outside cornerback Patrick Surtain (ankle) on the sidelines. Rapoport relays that Moss didn't suffer a rib fracture, but the Broncos will have a better sense of the fourth-year pro's recovery timeline after they get the results of the tests. Per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com, Surtain is expected to miss at least two weeks, and if Moss is also sidelined for an extended period of time, then the Broncos will have to turn to Kris Abrams-Draine and 2025 first-rounder Jahdae Barron at outside corner as soon as Week 5 against the Chargers this Sunday.

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Despite being limited on all three of Denver's Week 3 practice reports, Mims will miss a second contest in a row due to a foot issue. His next chance to play is next Sunday at San Francisco. Kolbe Katsis likely will handle return duties in Mims' absence.

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Coleman has been diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain and was unable to practice all week. He'll now go on IR and will be required to miss at least four games, meaning the earliest he can return is Week 7 against the Cardinals on Sunday, Oct. 25. With Coleman sidelined, Tyler Badie could see an uptick in offensive snaps as the third option in the Broncos' backfield behind J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey.

Harvey was able to practice on a limited basis Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday's session, but it appears he will not be able to give it a go in Week 2. The Broncos and Jaguars will not kick off until 4:05 p.m. ET, so unfortunately for fantasy players Harvey's availability for Sunday's game will not officially be revealed until after the early wave of games gets underway. Rookie Jonah Coleman could see more time behind J.K. Dobbins if Harvey is unable to suit up.

Mims played just nine snaps on offense in a Week 1 loss at Kansas City, running six routes without seeing a target. His absence may leave a few more snaps for Troy Franklin, but the bigger impact for Denver will be on special teams, especially if RJ Harvey (questionable - hamstring) also ends up inactive. The team could look to the practice squad for a punt returner, while kick returns figure to be handled primarily by backup RBs Jonah Coleman and Tyler Badie.

Mims was injured in Monday night's loss to the Chiefs but was able to return to the game, though he saw zero targets while playing just nine offensive snaps. The receiver's role seems to be mainly on special teams while everyone is healthy ahead of him on the depth chart.

Since Denver played Monday night, Wednesday was not an official practice. However, Harvey would not have participated if there had been a practice, according to Tomasson. The second-year running back is dealing with a hamstring issue that will be monitored throughout the remainder of the week. This is particularly notable with Denver on a short week. If Harvey is limited or unable to play Sunday against the Jaguars, it would open more opportunities for J.K. Dobbins and Jonah Coleman.

Lohner underwent a procedure in June to address a lower-body injury, and he remained sidelined throughout the preseason. The tight end will now be forced to miss at least four contests to open the 2026 regular season, and the earliest he could make his season debut is in Week 5 against the Chargers on Oct. 11.

Sanders went unclaimed after being placed on waivers Sunday. The linebacker is now set to spend the entirety of the 2026 season on the Broncos' injured reserve unless he is waived with an injury settlement.

The offensive tackle can return for Denver's Week 5 matchup with the Chargers at the earliest. Crum suffered a leg injury during the Broncos' second preseason against the Packers and missed the last week of training camp. The third-year pro projects as a depth tackle even when healthy.

Cooper now has a jury trial scheduled to begin Nov. 10 following a pair of domestic incidents that occurred a week apart in early June. The NFL placed him on the Commissioner's Exempt List on Sunday, which means he still gets paid and can attend team meetings but can't practice or play in games. Cooper's stint on the list is indefinite but may last for as long as his legal situation is playing out in court.

Mims suffered a bruised foot in the team's preseason finale against the Vikings on Friday, and he doesn't appear to be ready to return to practice quite yet. The Broncos are two weeks away from their regular-season opener against the Chiefs on Monday, Sept. 14, and the wide receiver will have a few more chances to return to practice this week.

The offensive guard began camp on the active/PUP list and was never activated, prompting the move to reserve/PUP for the start of the regular season. Now, Gargiulo will have to miss at least the first four games of the 2026 campaign. The 2024 seventh-round pick should play a backup role once he's able to return.

Moss was sidelined at practice last week after suffering a ribs injury the team's 33-13 preseason loss to the Packers on Aug. 21. The cornerback will have the chance to prove his health this week as the Broncos gear up for their regular-season opener Sept. 14 against the Chiefs on Monday Night Football.

Cooper had previously been excused from mandatory minicamp amid his ongoing legal troubles stemming from a pair of arrests over the summer. He faces five charges, including second-degree felony assault. While on the Commissioner's Exempt List for an indefinite period of time, Cooper will continue to get paid, but he won't be eligible to practice or play in games.

Mims sustained the injury early in the first quarter and was listed as questionable to return after going to the locker room, but he didn't end up taking another snap in Friday's exhibition contest. It doesn't appear to be a serious injury, but his practice participation over the coming weeks will determine whether he'll suit up for Denver's Week 1 clash against Kansas City on Monday, Sept. 14.

Taylor appeared to sustain the injury while making a tackle. He was able to walk off the field under his own power before being taken to the locker room, where medical staff diagnosed the 27-year-old with a concussion that will keep him sidelined for the rest of Friday's exhibition contest. Taylor will finish his outing with one assisted tackle.

Moss injured his ribs during the Broncos' 33-13 preseason loss to the Packers on Friday. Head coach Sean Payton told reporters Monday that the injury isn't considered serious, so Moss can be considered day-to-day for now. It wouldn't be surprising to see Moss sidelined for Friday's preseason finale against the Vikings to give the 2023 third-rounder extra rest before the regular season kicks off Monday, Sept. 14 against the Chiefs.

Bailey will now spend the entirety of the 2026 campaign on injured reserve unless he is waived with an injury settlement. The linebacker sustained a broken leg in last Friday's preseason opener, so he will likely remain on the team's injured reserve for the season instead of settling.

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Turner was placed on the NFI list in late July with an undisclosed injury, but it looks like he's now back in football shape ahead of Friday's preseason opener at Atlanta. The vast majority of his snaps with Denver in 2025 came on special teams.

Forsyth sat out the Broncos' AFC Championship loss to the Patriots last season due to an ankle injury but is now healthy again. He is expected to serve as the team's backup center behind Luke Wattenberg during the upcoming campaign.

Lohner underwent a procedure in early June to fix a lower-body issue, and it remains unclear how his recovery has progressed. The tight end was fighting for a roster spot as it is, and if he is unable to return to the field in a timely fashion, he will likely end up on the outside looking in come cutdown day.

The offensive guard was placed on the active/PUP list to kick off training camp Sunday, but the team expects to have to move him to the reserve/PUP list once the regular season rolls around, per Tomasson. If he does move to the reserve/PUP list on or after cut-down day, Gargiulo will have to miss the first four regular-season games. The 2024 seventh-round pick tore his ACL during an August 2025 preseason game.