Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Won't play Week 9 as expected
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Surtain (pectoral) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans.
The All-Pro corner sustained a pectoral injury during the Broncos' Week 8 win over the Cowboys, which carries a four-to-six week recovery timeline. Luca Evans of The Denver Post reported Wednesday that the Broncos aren't planning to place Surtain on injured reserve at this time in the hopes that he'll be available to return following the Week 12 bye. Ja'Quan McMillian appears to be the top candidate to start at outside corner opposite Riley Moss in Surtain's absence, which gives Kris Abrams-Draine and rookie first-rounder Jahdae Barron the opportunity for an increased role at the slot corner position.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Likely avoids IR
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As of now, the Broncos are not planning on placing Surtain (pectoral) on the injured reserve list, Luca Evans of The Denver Post reports.
Surtain is expected to miss four to six weeks after sustaining a pectoral injury during the Broncos' Week 8 win over the Cowboys. However, it doesn't appear as if Denver will place the star corner on IR, suggesting he could return sooner rather than later. While he's likely sidelined over the next couple of weeks, 2025 first-round pick Jahdae Barron is expected to have an increased defensive role as one of the team's top cornerbacks.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Could be headed for IR stint
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Surtain could land on injured reserve after he suffered a pectoral strain in the team's 44-24 win over the Cowboys on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Surtain sustained the injury in the first half of the contest, ultimately not returning to action following the break. The cornerback will not need to undergo surgery, but he's expected to miss 4-to-6 weeks while recovering from the injury, per NFL reporter Jordan Schultz. Surtain is set to get a second opinion on the injury in the near future, but at minimum, he can be considered week-to-week for the time being.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Exits with lower leg injury
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Surtain (lower leg) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Cowboys, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.
Surtain sustained the injury in the first quarter while breaking up a pass attempt from Dak Prescott to George Pickens. Kris Abrams-Draine is in line for more snaps at outside corner for as long as Surtain is on the sidelines being evaluated by medical staff.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Wins Defensive Player of the Year
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Surtain was named the 2024 NFL Defensive Player of the Year on Thursday, Josh Dubow of The Associated Press reports.
Surtain became the first cornerback to win DPOY since Stephon Gilmore in 2019, while the former was just the second Bronco all-time to win the award after linebacker Randy Gradishar did so in 1978. Surtain appeared in 16 regular-season games in 2024, recording 45 total tackles (34 solo), 11 passes defensed, including four interceptions, one of which he returned for a 100-yard pick-six in Week 5 versus the Raiders. The cornerback also added a forced fumble and a fumble recovery during the season.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Dealing with minor ankle sprain
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Surtain sustained a sprained ankle during Sunday's game versus the Colts, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
The injury is not believed to be severe, leaving open the possibility Surtain will be able to play Thursday against the Chargers. His name will be one to watch for when the Broncos release their official injury reports in the days leading up to that contest.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Intercepts pass in win
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Surtain recorded a tackle for a loss, a pass defensed and an interception in Sunday's 28-14 win over the Panthers.
The cornerback suffered a concussion during Denver's Week 6 loss to the Chargers and missed the team's Week 7 win over the Saints, but he cleared the concussion protocol in time for this game. Surtain has played on at least 80 percent of the defensive snaps in all of the games he's been fully available to play in this season. The fourth-year pro has 15 tackles (nine solo), six pass breakups and three interceptions in 2024.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Clears concussion protocol
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Surtain (concussion) carries no injury designation into Sunday's game against Carolina, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Surtain was a full participant in all three practices this week and cleared the final step of the concussion protocol by gaining clearance from an independent neurologist. The star cornerback had logged 14 tackles (eight solo) and five defensed passes -- including two interceptions (one of which was returned for a touchdown) -- across six outing before he was sidelined with the concussion in the Week 7 win over the Saints.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Won't play in Week 7
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Surtain (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Saints, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Surtain was unable to practice in any fashion this week after sustaining a concussion in Sunday's loss to the Broncos. With the two-time Pro Bowl cornerback set to miss his first game of the season, Levi Wallace and Ja'Quan McMillian could be in store for increased reps out of the Denver secondary.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Estimated as DNP
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Surtain (concussion) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation.
Surtain sustained a concussion in the Broncos' Week 6 loss to the Chargers, so it's no surprise he was estimated as a non-participant Monday. The Alabama product must still clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in order to suit up for Denver's Week 7 matchup against the Saints on Thursday night.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Will remain out
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Surtain suffered a concussion Sunday against the Chargers and will not return, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.
Surtain suffered the injury on the first play of the game and will now enter the league's five-step concussion protocols. The absence of the Alabama product will be a significant hit to the Broncos' defense, which Tremon Smith and Levi Wallace will work to lessen for the remainder of Sunday's matchup.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Has fifth-year option picked up
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The Broncos picked up the fifth-year option on Surtain's rookie contract Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
The ninth overall pick in the 2021 Draft, Surtain so far has met expectations in his three-year career, earning back-to-back Pro Bowl appearances the last two seasons and even first-team All-Pro honors in his second campaign. Overall, he has seven interceptions among 36 pass defenses in 50 regular-season contests while averaging 63.6 tackles per 17 games played, making him a respectable option in IDP formats. With Tuesday's transaction, Surtain now is locked in with Denver through the 2025 season.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Back on field
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Surtain (knee) has returned to Sunday's game against the Texans, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.
Surtain had trouble walking off the field and made a trip to the blue medical tent before testing his knee on the sidelines. Ultimately, the Alabama product felt he could return to the game and has done so, which is good news for the Broncos secondary.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Notches interception in loss
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Surtain recorded five tackles (four solo), one interception and one pass defended in Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Jets.
Surtain's interception Sunday was his first of the 2023 campaign, and his five total tackles in the contest matched his season-high through five games. The 23-year-old cornerback has proven to be an excellent corner in the league with the ability to make big plays on defense. With a solid start to the season under his belt, Surtain and the Broncos defense will face a big test in Week 6 when the Broncos visit the Chiefs.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Back in pads
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Surtain (undisclosed) practiced in pads with the team Tuesday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Surtain only did individual drills Monday and was able to make a quick recovery from whatever was keeping him away from being a full participant. The 23-year-old's return to full health is certainly good news for the Broncos' defense.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Impressive in sophomore season
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Surtain made 60 tackles (45 solo) to go with 10 passes defended, two interceptions and one forced fumble while playing in all 17 games across the 2022 season.
Surtain completed a strong second season in the Broncos' formidable secondary, leading the team in passes defended. The 22-year-old continues to prove why he was worth the ninth overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Surtain is still on his four-year rookie deal, so he remains under contract with the Broncos through the 2024 season. One of the league's young stars at cornerback, Surtain will look to build upon the impressive start to his career when he takes the field for the 2023 campaign.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Officially active
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Surtain (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against San Francisco, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Surtain was expected to play Sunday night in spite of his questionable designation, so his status doesn't come as a major surprise. Over the first two weeks of the season, the 2021 first-rounder has racked up six tackles (five solo).
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Could play this week
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Surtain is considered day-to-day after underdoing tests on his injured left shoulder Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Surtain suffered the injury in the team's win over the Texans on Sunday. A day-to-day timeline will likely leave the second-year-pro questionable throughout the week, but it appears there's a chance he'll be able to play in Week 3 against the 49ers.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Sustains shoulder injury
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Surtain sustained a left shoulder injury during Sunday's 16-9 win over the Texans, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Surtain recorded two solo tackles to begin Sunday's matchup, but he sustained a shoulder injury early in the second quarter and didn't return. He'll be examined further Monday and is expected to undergo an MRI to determine the extent of his health concern, per Jeff Legwold of ESPN.
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Broncos' Patrick Surtain: Returns to full participation
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Surtain (calf) participated in team drills during Wednesday's minicamp practice, Troy Renck of the Broncos' official site reports.
Surtain dealt with a minor calf issue and only participated during individual drills during Monday's practice, but as expected, he's already back to full action. The 22-year-old is projected to be Denver's top corner in 2022, but it's unclear how much fantasy value he'll generate as teams may avoid his side of the field completely.
