Denver Broncos second-year cornerback Riley Moss went down with a knee injury against the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 12 and he did not play against the Cleveland Browns in Week 13 or against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 15 after Denver’s bye week. Here are the latest on Moss’ MCL status going into Week 16.
Riley Moss injury update
Moss has been ruled out for Thursday’s game against the Los Angeles Chargers, so he won’t suit up today. The Broncos held two walk-through practices this week and Moss was listed as an estimated limited participant on Tuesday, which is a step in the right direction after he did not participate in practice two weeks ago.
How long will Riley Moss be out?
After the Raiders game, Broncos coach Sean Payton said the injury “wasn’t really serious,” but the cornerback has now missed three games. Perhaps the coach meant it wasn’t as serious as it could have been. After facing the Chargers on Thursday, Denver will have nine days before their next game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 17, a Saturday afternoon game. With extra rest following a TNF game, Moss might be a candidate to return to action against the Bengals.
Broncos cornerback depth chart
Last week, rookie Kris Abrams-Draine filled in for Moss with Damarri Mathis getting rotational snaps. Abrams-Draine will likely start across from Pat Surtaon on Thursday with Ja’Quan McMillian playing in the slot. The Broncos also have special teams ace Tremon Smith and veteran Levi Wallace providing additional depth at cornerback.
