Broncos' Tyler Badie Placed on Injured Reserve with Back Injury

Running back Tyler Badie will miss at least four games after a back injury sustained against the Jets, but he is expected to return this season.

Tyler Badie suffered a back injury during the Broncos' win over the New York Jets and was placed on injured reserve.
Badie must miss a minimum of four games, with the first opportunity for return in Week 9 against Baltimore.
Despite the injury, sources indicate that Badie is expected to make a return later this season.
Rookie Blake Watson is expected to be active for the first time as the third running back for the Broncos against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Linebacker Levelle Bailey was elevated from the practice squad for the second consecutive game to bolster the roster.