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Surtain Avoids Achilles Tear as Broncos Face Multi-Week Absences

The ankle and sprained‑ankle updates ease the worst fears but leave Denver short at cornerback and receiver while MRIs and specialist exams determine exact timetables.

Overview

  • Patrick Surtain II left the Week 4 game with a non-contact ankle injury and is now reported to have an intact Achilles but is expected to miss multiple weeks pending MRI results.
  • Wide receiver Pat Bryant was carted off in the third quarter and has been diagnosed with a sprained ankle that will sideline him for a few weeks.
  • Riley Moss exited with a rib injury and early tests suggest it is not a broken rib, though further evaluation will establish how much time he will miss.
  • Backups Jahdae Barron, Kris Abrams‑Draine and Ja'Quan McMillian filled in during the game and will likely start while the team considers roster moves and possible short‑term injured‑reserve decisions.
  • The injuries heighten near‑term pressure on Denver's offense and secondary and will shape game plans and personnel choices for the upcoming road game and a short‑week home matchup.