The Denver Broncos have several injuries on the defensive side of the ball, with some big names not practicing on Thursday in preparation for Sunday’s game against the Chicago Bears.
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Inside linebacker Josey Jewell, outside linebacker Frank Clark and defensive tackle Mike Purcell did not practice on Wednesday or Thursday. Jewell exited Sunday’s bloodbath against the Miami Dolphins with a hip injury.
Clark has been sidelined with a hip injury, which has significantly limited the Broncos pass rush. Denver was unable to put any pressure on Miami’s quarterbacks, or stop any of the running backs.
After sitting out Sunday, safety Justin Simmons is looking to get back into the lineup, and was limited Wednesday and Thursday. After having only two active safeties against the Dolphins, the Denver defensive backfield desperately needs Simmons’ leadership.
The Broncos receiving corps could also use a boost if wide receiver Jerry Jeudy finds himself back in the lineup. If he isn’t healthy, the Broncos will have to rely heavily on their rushing attack led by Javonte Williams and Samaje Perine.
The Broncos face the Chicago Bears on Sunday, with kickoff at 11 am.
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