Broncos Rule Out Jonah Elliss and Ben Powers for London Game
An expected roster move could clear a spot to bring Malcolm Roach back from injured reserve.
Overview
- Outside linebacker Jonah Elliss (ribs/shoulder) was ruled out on Friday for Sunday’s matchup with the Jets in London.
- Starting guard Ben Powers (biceps) was also ruled out, and Broncos Wire reports he is likely to be placed on injured reserve this weekend.
- With Elliss sidelined, Dondrea Tillman and rookie Que Robinson are slated to handle rotational edge snaps behind Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper.
- Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph said Robinson has stacked strong practices and is ready if called upon.
- Defensive lineman Malcolm Roach (calf) is listed as questionable as the team weighs an activation from IR, and kickoff is 7:30 a.m. MT on NFL Network against winless New York.