Overview
- Denver moved Dobbins to injured reserve on Saturday, confirming a minimum four-game absence after ruling him out for Week 11 vs. the Chiefs.
- ESPN and other outlets report he will have foot surgery that likely ends his 2025 regular season, with a potential February return only if Denver reaches the Super Bowl.
- Multiple reports identify the injury as a Lisfranc/midfoot issue sustained in Week 10.
- The injury occurred on an unflagged hip-drop tackle by Raiders defensive end Tyree Wilson, a technique the NFL banned in 2024.
- With Dobbins sidelined, rookie RJ Harvey steps into the lead role, with Tyler Badie and Jaleel McLaughlin complementing after Dobbins logged 153 carries for 772 yards and four touchdowns in 10 games.