Thumb Injury Wasn't Main Reason Why Denver Broncos Nose Tackle Was An Inactive Sunday
Denver Broncos oft-injured nose tackle Mike Purcell was a surprise inactive on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Denver Broncos oft-injured nose tackle Mike Purcell was a surprise inactive on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs.
With the AFC West lead ao tantalizingly in reach, the Denver Broncos fumbled, bumbled and stumbled their way to another loss against Kansas City, plunging to their familiar whereabouts in the division's cellar instead.
Vic Fangio declared that "field goals weren't going to beat" the Kansas City Chiefs. Neither were 20-play drives that resulted in no points.
A Broncos win would give them at least a share of the AFC West lead, but they'll need to overcome Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.
The Denver Broncos haven't beaten the Kansas City Chiefs since 2015, which means the only player on the roster that's experienced a win over Kansas City is Brandon McManus.
The NFL on Wednesday Denver Broncos rookie cornerback Pat Surtain II as the AFC Defensive Player of the Week.
After a stellar performance this past weekend, two Broncos are up for the NFL Rookie of the Week award for Week 12.
The Denver Broncos can pat themselves on the back just a little bit more heading toward Sunday's matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Broncos are loaded with young talent, and it points to a bright future in Denver.
There's good news on the injury front for the Denver Broncos as they prepare to take on the Chiefs Sunday night.
Broncos rookie cornerback Pat Surtain II had himself a game Sunday, and dad was there to see it.
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Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater suffered a lower leg injury early in their game against the Los Angeles Chargers, forcing Drew Lock to fill in until midway through the third quarter.
Masks will be required in all public indoor spaces at Empower Field at Mile High, beginning with the Denver Broncos game against the Los Angeles Chargers this Sunday.
The NFL announced it is moving the Denver Broncos-Kansas City Chiefs Week 13 matchup from a day game to a night game.