Broncos Update Patrick Surtain II's Injury Status for Chargers Tilt

By virtue of their 1-5 start to this season, the Denver Broncos' margin for error was almost non-existent. That's part of what made the team's five-game winning streak such a marvel — Denver had little alternative but to win out.

Last week's setback in Houston has now all but erased any remaining wiggle room in that margin. Sitting at 6-6, the Broncos have to aim for winning out down the stretch.

That mission starts on Sunday at SoFi Stadium, a venue in which the Broncos have never won, against the AFC West rival Los Angeles Chargers. Denver will need as many of its horses healthy and available, so without further ado, let's take a look at the final injury report for both squads.

Broncos

Questionable

Samaje Perine | RB | Knee

Full Go

Zach Allen | DE | Elbow
Baron Browning | OLB | Wrist
Chris Manhertz | TE | NIR-Rest
Mike McGlinchey | OT | Back
Marvin Mims Jr. | WR | Ribs
Mike Purcell | DT | NIR-Rest
Patrick Surtain II | CB | Knee
Delarrin Turner-Yell | S | Back

Analysis: The Broncos are still very fortunate in the injury department. Outside of a few personnel losses, most of which happened in training camp, this team has stayed healthy, which has served Denver well.

Perine popped up on the injury report this week with a knee, so it'll be a situation worth monitoring. He's been a nice complement to Javonte Williams and a life-saver on third down and when the Broncos are running their four-minute offense.

The Surtain situation bears further monitoring, even though he's been cleared as a full go. Going up against Keenan Allen this week, the Broncos will need their All-Pro corner to win that matchup and limit Justin Herbert's options in the passing game.

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Chargers

Out

Zack Bailey | OL | Back
Deane Leonard | DB | Ankle/Heel
Joshua Palmer | WR | Knee

Questionable

Amen Ogbongbemiga | LB | Hamstring
Otito Ogbonnia | DL | Knee

Full Go

Blake Lynch | LB | Ankle
Justin Hollins | OLB | Chest
Sebastian Joseph-Day | DL | Ankle
Kenneth Murray Jr. | LB | Shoulder
Trey Pipkins III | LB | Wrist
Ja'Sir Taylor | CB | Illness
Nick Vannett | TE | Concussion
Nick Williams | DL | Foot

Analysis: As you can see, the Chargers haven't been as fortunate. Three players have been ruled out, with two additional defenders listed as questionable.

All of L.A.'s best players are healthy, though, so the Broncos can expect to get their best shot on Sunday.

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