Broncos, Texans Face Multiple Injuries Ahead Week 9 Clash

The Denver Broncos will be without key players Pat Surtain, Nate Adkins, Marvin Mims, and P.J. Locke for their upcoming game against the Houston Texans, with rookie Jahdae Barron and veteran Marcedes Lewis stepping in to fill roles. Meanwhile, the Houston Texans' injury report includes wide receivers Nico Collins and Christian Kirk, both returning to practice and expected to play, while tight end Dalton Schultz remains sidelined due to knee and shoulder injuries. Broncos' cornerback Pat Surtain was kept off injured reserve and will likely remain on the injury list for several weeks, while Marvin Mims is currently in concussion protocol. Texans coach DeMeco Ryans expressed optimism about Collins and Kirk returning soon and contributing significantly to the offense, despite Schultz's absence from practice. The Texans also have additional limited participants like Jalen Pitre and are monitoring the status of Schultz closely. Both teams are managing injuries strategically as they prepare for their Week 9 matchup, with the Broncos considered slight underdogs on the road.