Overview
- Linebacker Dre Greenlaw returned from a hamstring injury and is on track to play, giving Denver's defense a timely lift against Buffalo's top-ranked rushing attack.
- John Franklin-Myers, Alex Forsyth, P.J. Locke and Garett Bolles practiced Tuesday, with additional work from return-to-practice players Drew Sanders and Lucas Krull.
- Brandon Jones underwent surgery for a torn pectoral, and although outside reports floated a distant Super Bowl possibility, Payton downplayed any return this postseason.
- Center Luke Wattenberg could be eligible for the AFC Championship if Denver advances, and Payton described running back J.K. Dobbins as close without opening his practice window.
- The Bills absorbed fresh losses with Gabe Davis and Tyrell Shavers suffering torn ACLs and Jordan Poyer ruled out, while Curtis Samuel and Ed Oliver were designated to return.