Broncos Beat Jaguars as Both Running Backs Hurt
Broncos Beat Jaguars as Both Running Backs Hurt
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Denver rallied from a 13-3 deficit by scoring the final 17 points of the game, with Jonah Coleman recording 58 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 13 touches.
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Dobbins remains Denver’s leading rusher through two games, with 18 carries for 72 yards before his hamstring injury against Jacksonville.
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Tyler Badie replaced Harvey on the active roster and served as Denver’s No. 3 running back, while Lil’ Jordan Humphrey was activated in place of Marvin Mims Jr.
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Harvey’s absence also affected third-down and two-minute packages: he handled those responsibilities in Week 1, with those snaps expected to shift to rookie Jonah Coleman or Tyler Badie.
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Harvey had been limited by the hamstring injury during the week after missing Wednesday’s practice; he was later limited and practiced without pads Thursday before being ruled inactive.
The Denver Broncos defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 20-13 on Sunday, rallying from a 13-3 deficit to score the final 17 points. But the victory came at a cost: running back J.K. Dobbins left the game with a hamstring injury after 10 carries for 36 yards, and starter R.J. Harvey was inactive with a separate hamstring issue Yahoo Sports.
Coach Sean Payton expressed optimism about both running backs' availability for next week's game against the Los Angeles Rams, pending their progress during practice Yahoo Sports. Rookie Jonah Coleman stepped up in their absence, recording 58 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 13 touches.
Coleman Fills the Gap as Denver Surges Past Jacksonville
Jonah Coleman emerged as Denver's lead back after both Harvey and Dobbins were unavailable or left early. The rookie handled 13 touches and scored a touchdown, finishing with 58 yards from scrimmage. Tyler Badie also saw action as the No. 3 option, replacing Harvey on the active roster for the game Yahoo Sports.
Dobbins' Injury Appears Minor Despite Early Scare
Dobbins entered the game as Denver's leading rusher with 72 yards on 18 carries through two weeks Yahoo Sports. His hamstring flare-up raised immediate concerns, but early reports suggest the injury is not serious. Yahoo Sports reported that Dobbins is expected to be available for the Rams matchup if he progresses well during the week Yahoo Sports.
Harvey's Absence Shifts Third-Down and Two-Minute Duties
R.J. Harvey's hamstring injury limited him throughout the week, causing him to miss Wednesday's practice entirely Yahoo Sports. He was ruled out Friday after being limited Thursday without pads. His absence meant Coleman or Badie would handle Harvey's usual responsibilities in short-yardage and two-minute situations, a shift that forced Denver to adjust its offensive packages Yahoo Sports.
Mims Out With Foot Injury, But Not on Injured Reserve
Wide receiver Marvin Mims Jr. missed the Jacksonville game due to a foot injury. Rather than place him on injured reserve, Denver activated Lil' Jordan Humphrey to fill the roster spot. The decision keeps Mims eligible to return in the coming weeks if his foot improves Yahoo Sports.
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