Particle.news
Download on the App Store
35 ARTICLES
·
11m ago

Broncos Place J.K. Dobbins on IR After Foot Injury, Season-Ending Surgery Planned

The ligament damage, reported as a Lisfranc injury from a hip-drop tackle, pushes rookie R.J. Harvey into Denver's lead role.

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins (27) runs the ball in the fourth quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High. Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images
Image
DENVER, CO - NOVEMBER 06: J.K. Dobbins #27 of the Denver Broncos looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Empower Field at Mile High on November 6, 2025 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 14: A detailed view of a Denver Broncos helmet on the sidelines in the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Overview

  • Denver moved Dobbins to injured reserve Saturday, with multiple reports confirming he will undergo surgery that ends his 2025 season.
  • Team and league insiders report a significant midfoot ligament issue, described locally as a Lisfranc injury sustained on a hip-drop tackle vs. the Raiders.
  • Dobbins had 153 carries for 772 yards and four rushing touchdowns through 10 games, ranking fifth in the NFL in rushing at the time of the injury.
  • Sean Payton's backfield will pivot to second-round rookie R.J. Harvey, with Tyler Badie and Jaleel McLaughlin in line for expanded snaps.
  • The setback continues a career marked by major injuries for Dobbins, who signed a one-year deal and is set to become a free agent after this season.