The Denver Broncos could be without rookie running back Jonah Coleman this week against the Arizona Cardinals, a wild turn of events given he was a full participant in practice all week. Seriously, how does that even happen? It’s a head-scratcher when a guy goes 100% in drills every day and still ends up listed as questionable for game time.
Broncos’ Backfield Chaos and Defensive Worries
While the Coleman situation is baffling, the Broncos do get some good news on the defensive side: cornerback Riley Moss, who was dealing with rib issues, is back in the mix fully after practicing without limitation all week. That’s a huge boost. However, there’s still a cloud hanging over fellow cornerback Pat Surtain II. He’s been limited all week with an ankle injury and is officially questionable. You have to wonder if they’re saving him a bit, knowing the Kansas City Chiefs are coming to town next week. That’s a critical game, so keeping PS2 healthy for that feels like a priority. Beyond Coleman and Surtain, Denver has already ruled out three players: running back Tyler Badie with a thumb injury, outside linebacker Jonah Elliss due to an ankle issue, and safety Talanoa Hufanga also with an ankle injury. All three missed practice entirely, so no surprises there.
Cardinals Hit With an Absolute Laundry List of Injuries
If Denver is feeling the injury bug, the Arizona Cardinals are dealing with a full-blown epidemic. Their injury report is a nightmare. They’ve already ruled out four players for Sunday and have another four listed as questionable. The biggest name there is absolutely Budda Baker, a massive part of their defense, who is questionable with a groin and illness combo. He barely practiced this week, and if he can’t go, that’s a gigantic hole in their secondary. Out for the Cardinals are offensive lineman Jon Gaines II (knee), running back Jeremiyah Love (ankle), defensive lineman Walter Nolen III (ankle), and safety Andrew Wingard (knee). That’s a brutal quartet to lose. Plus, they have Darius Robinson (back), Carson Beck (back), and Max Melton (knee) also sitting questionable. It’s a real test of depth when you have that many key guys banged up.
With both teams dealing with some significant injuries, especially in the secondary for Denver and across the board for Arizona, this Week 7 matchup could turn into a real grind. Keep an eye on those game-time decisions, because they are going to shape how this contest plays out.
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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