The Denver Broncos have avoided the worst-case scenario with Pat Surtain II, but their secondary is still facing an immediate personnel crunch. Surtain did not sustain a season-ending injury, offering relief for a defense built around the All-Pro cornerback.
Denver’s short-term concern is the simultaneous absence of Surtain and fellow cornerback Riley Moss. With both defensive backs unavailable, the Broncos will need to reshuffle their coverage options and lean on depth players in the weeks ahead.
Surtain’s injury is not expected to end his season, but his status remains a significant issue for a Broncos defense that relies heavily on his ability to match up with opposing No. 1 receivers. Moss’ absence further narrows Denver’s margin for error in the defensive backfield.
