The Denver Broncos just got a huge boost heading into their Week 7 game against the Arizona Cardinals, with star cornerback Pat Surtain II hitting the practice field for his first limited action since that scary ankle injury. This is the news everyone’s been waiting for, a massive step for one of the league’s top defenders.
Big Names Making Big Steps Toward Return
Broncos Country has reason to feel good after Wednesday’s practice report dropped. Not only did Surtain II get some limited reps, showing he is eyeing a return, but they also designated running back Jonah Colman to return from injured reserve, and he was a full participant in practice. That’s a backfield shot in the arm right there. And it gets better, folks: cornerback Riley Moss was also a full go, shaking off those rib issues. Talk about some much-needed health returning to the secondary!
But Not All News Is Green Lights
While the good news is definitely worth cheering, the Broncos did get a gut punch with linebacker Jonah Elliss. After last week’s game, he was spotted in a boot and is now expected to miss some time, which is a real bummer for their defensive front. Beyond Elliss, there are still some key guys battling: Zach Allen (DL) had a limited practice with a non-injury related rest day, Pat Surtain II (CB) was limited with his ankle, and Jaylen Waddle (WR) was limited by a chest issue. Down the list, Tyler Badie (RB) was a DNP with a thumb injury, Talanoa Hufanga (S) was a DNP with an ankle problem, and of course, Elliss (OLB) was a DNP with his ankle.
Over on the Cardinals’ side, they’ve got their own headaches. Quarterback Carson Beck (back), Max Melton (CB, knee), and Wydett Williams (S, concussion) were all limited in practice. But the DNP list is where it gets gnarly for Arizona: Budda Baker (S) was out with a groin/illness, Jeremiyah Love (RB) and Walter Nolen III (DL) both nursing ankle injuries, Isaac Seumalo (OL) and Josh Sweat (LB) were DNP for non-injury related rest, and Garrett Williams (CB, knee), Jedrick Wills Jr. (OL, illness), and Andrew Wingard (S, knee) were all sidelined completely. That’s a lot of key players out of commission for them.
This Week 7 matchup between the Broncos and Cardinals is shaping up to be a real test of depth, especially with both teams battling significant injury lists. For the Broncos, seeing Surtain II back out there, even limited, changes the vibe for sure. Now, everyone will be watching to see if he’s ready to make it back into game action this weekend, which would be massive for Denver’s defense against a hobbled Cardinals squad.
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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