Overview
- Rashee Rice (concussion), Tyquan Thornton (concussion), Trent McDuffie (knee) and Jaylen Watson (groin) were placed on injured reserve, ending their seasons.
- Ethan Downs (DE), Melvin Smith (CB) and Tyreke Smith (DE) were signed from the practice squad, and cornerback Nazeeh Johnson was activated.
- The Week 17 report lists Nikko Remigio, Derrick Nnadi, George Karlaftis, Nick Bolton and Jaylon Moore as questionable, with tight end Jake Briningstool ruled out.
- ESPN reports Chris Oladokun will start at quarterback after season-ending knee injuries to Patrick Mahomes and Gardner Minshew.
- Analysts say losing both starting corners could force Kansas City into softer coverages, offering Denver more favorable passing matchups on Christmas night.