The week just started and things are already looking rough for the Broncos. Running back RJ Harvey and wide receiver Marvin Mims were both listed as non-participants on Wednesday’s injury report, a tough blow for an offense that already struggled big time just two nights ago.
Quick Turnaround, Real Pain
Talk about a brutal turnaround. The Broncos were just out on the field Monday night, getting smacked around in a 31-10 loss to the Chiefs. Both Harvey and Mims were in that game, fighting hard. Harvey, dealing with a hamstring issue, and Mims, nursing a foot injury, now find themselves on the non-participant list for Wednesday. You gotta wonder if that quick jump from Monday night lights to Wednesday’s injury report is a direct hit from the grind of an early season NFL schedule. It really does make you think about how crucial that recovery time is, especially when you’re looking to bounce back from a rough game.
Early Season Struggles Already Mounting
This isn’t just about missing a single practice, especially when the team didn’t even hit the field. This estimated absence means these guys are already banged up. Harvey had three carries for 18 yards and four catches for 23 yards against the Chiefs, plus he returned four kickoffs. Mims also chipped in, returning a pair of punts. These are players who were active in the special teams and offensive schemes. Losing them, even for a potential practice, highlights how thin the margins are in the NFL. On a slightly brighter note, linebacker Jonah Elliss (shoulder) and wide receiver Troy Franklin (knee) were listed as full participants, so at least some guys are getting healthy.
Now, the Broncos have to prepare for this Sunday’s matchup against the Jaguars. The next two days are going to be absolutely critical for Harvey and Mims. We’ll find out if these early-week injuries are just a blip from the quick turnaround or something more serious that could keep them off the field. With that 31-10 loss fresh in their minds, the Broncos cannot afford to be without key playmakers for their next game. Keep an eye on those injury reports, folks, because it’s early in the season, and these things add up fast.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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