Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II was back at practice today, marking his first appearance since a Week 4 ankle injury took him out. His return is definitely good news for the Denver defense, but everyone’s eyes are going to be glued to that official injury report to see just how much work he actually got in.
Defense Getting Some Pieces Back
Surtain wasn’t the only defensive player making a return. Linebacker Jonathon Cooper also hit the field with the team for the first time since he was taken off the Commissioner Exempt list. Cooper has been sidelined for the first six games of the season. The Broncos have a roster exemption for him right up until their Week 7 showdown against the Cardinals. Getting both these guys back in the mix, even if it’s just practicing for now, is a critical step for that defense.
Coleman Designated For Return On Offense
On the other side of the ball, the Broncos have also made a move for their running back corps. Jonah Coleman, who’s been out for the last four games with his own ankle injury, has been designated for return from injured reserve. That means he can be activated any time in the next three weeks, which could add some much-needed depth on offense.
With the Week 7 game against the Cardinals on the horizon, getting these players back into practice is huge. The next few days will be all about seeing how Surtain and Cooper progress, and if Coleman can get himself ready to jump back into action for the Broncos.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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