Overview

• 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.