Overview
- The Broncos officially listed Patrick Surtain II inactive for the Week 7 game versus the Arizona Cardinals, and he did not play because of an ongoing ankle issue.
- Arizona cleared star safety Budda Baker as active and expected him to start despite a groin strain that limited his practice during the week.
- To cover multiple absences the Cardinals signed RB Evan Hull to the active roster and elevated OL Kingsley Eguakun and DL Jared Harrison‑Hunte from the practice squad.
- Denver had Jonathon Cooper reinstated from the commissioner’s exempt list for Week 7, restoring a veteran edge rusher to the pass rush rotation.
- The Broncos have shown defensive depth in Surtain’s recent absences and are managing his timeline to prioritize health for next Sunday’s AFC West matchup with the Chiefs, when he is expected to be available.