Broncos running back JK Dobbins is “good” after leaving Sunday’s nail-biter against the Jaguars with a hamstring injury, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero. That’s a huge sigh of relief for fans everywhere, especially with the team facing the Los Angeles Rams next Sunday night. Head coach Sean Payton already made it sound minor after the game, and now he is not ruling the veteran back out for that prime-time showdown.
Hamstring Headaches and a Bet on the Line
We all know how tricky hamstring injuries can be; they’re notorious for re-aggravating in a heartbeat. That’s extra concerning for Dobbins, who unfortunately carries a lengthy injury history. So, hearing he escaped anything serious this time around is honestly fantastic news. Still, it is smart to keep an eye on how the team handles him. Will they play it safe this week, even with his bet with reporters on the line? Apparently, Dobbins promised drinks to the press if he missed a game, so there’s a literal round on the hook if he sits. It is not just Dobbins either. Second-year back RJ Harvey also missed Sunday’s game, nursing his own hamstring issue. Both are “trending in the right direction” for the Rams game, but until we see that final injury report, it is still a “wait and see.”
Jonah Coleman’s Selfless Steal
Now, as much as we love good news on the injury front, the real buzz has to be about rookie running back Jonah Coleman. If Dobbins or Harvey are sidelined, or even limited, this kid is ready. Coleman absolutely showed up against the Jaguars, helping ice the game late in the 4th quarter. He put his talent and high football IQ on full display, stuff the team has been raving about since draft day. Coach Payton cannot stop praising him, repeatedly saying Coleman “does not feel like a rookie out there.” He even said it again yesterday after their comeback victory.
That is not just coach-speak either. Coleman proved it with a selfless, smart play, sliding inbounds after picking up a first down to keep the clock running. He could have fought for more yards, padded his stats, but he put the team first. That wins over coaches and teammates every single time. Payton, Nix, and others gave him real praise for that decision after yesterday’s comeback victory. Harvey definitely brings speed and a pass-catching element to the backfield, and it is great to hear he is doing well too. But frankly, I am dying to see more of Coleman moving forward. He absolutely earned that right with his performance on Sunday.
Eyes on the Rams Game
So, as the Broncos prep for the Rams next Sunday night, all eyes will be on those injury reports. Can Dobbins make it back without re-aggravating anything? Will Harvey be cleared to go? No matter what, though, one thing is clear: the Broncos have a legitimate new weapon in Jonah Coleman. You just know this kid is gonna be fun to watch.
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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