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Broncos Face Tough Test Without Star Cornerback Surtain

10/31/2025

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The Denver Broncos will be without All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II for several weeks due to a pectoral injury from their Week 8 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph noted the challenge of replacing Surtain but expressed confidence in the team's depth, mentioning young players Kris Abrams-Draine and Jahdae Barron.
The Broncos will face the Houston Texans next, and Surtain's absence may affect their defense against a mobile quarterback.
Linebacker Dre Greenlaw returns from suspension, enhancing the team's defensive strategy.

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The Denver Broncos will be without All-Pro cornerback Pat Surtain II for several weeks due to a pectoral injury from their Week 8 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.
Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph noted the challenge of replacing Surtain but expressed confidence in the team's depth, mentioning young players Kris Abrams-Draine and Jahdae Barron.
The Broncos will face the Houston Texans next, and Surtain's absence may affect their defense against a mobile quarterback.
Linebacker Dre Greenlaw returns from suspension, enhancing the team's defensive strategy.