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Broncos Place J.K. Dobbins on IR With Foot Injury Requiring Surgery

The decision elevates rookie R.J. Harvey to the lead role, reshaping Denver’s rushing plans.

Overview

  • Denver placed its leading rusher on injured reserve Saturday, and the foot injury requires surgery that ESPN reports has likely ended his season unless the team reaches the Super Bowl.
  • The injury was sustained on an unflagged hip-drop tackle by Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson during Denver’s Week 10 win.
  • Dobbins has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Chiefs, and the IR designation guarantees a minimum four-game absence.
  • Through 10 games, Dobbins logged 153 carries for 772 yards and four rushing touchdowns, ranking among the NFL leaders.
  • Coach Sean Payton said rookie R.J. Harvey will handle a larger workload, with Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie also in the backfield mix.