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Allen is an All-Pro defensive tackle who's currently leading the team in sacks, but his reputation is that he's not as strong as a run defender. It's something the Broncos joke about when they hit the film room, though, as they keep seeing Allen making plays in the run game.
The Denver Broncos (2-1) head to Levi’s Stadium on Sunday to take on the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers (3-0) in one of Week 4’s marquee matchups. Denver has knocked off the Jaguars and the Rams the last two weeks after a Week 1 loss in Kansas City,
The Broncos needed to open up a spot on the 53-man roster after maxing out fullback Adam Prentice's three practice squad elevations. In order to be eligible to play against the 49ers, Prentice needed to be fully promoted to the active roster. Denver will officially sign Prentice to the 53-man roster after releasing Humphrey.
Jaden Dugger of the San Francisco 49ers is now a question mark for Sunday after getting hurt in the same Thursday practice that sidelined Dante Pettis.Dugger’s Injury and Status for SundayDugger suffered a shoulder injury during Thursday’s session,
A first-team All-Pro last year, Zach Allen has three sacks in Denver’s first three games and 12 pressures so far this season.
The Broncos made a roster spot Friday to move fullback Adam Prentice up from the practice squad, but they didn't officially file the move with the NFL. The Broncos released WR Lil'Jordan Humphrey, who doesn't have to clear waivers since he is a vested veteran.
The Denver Broncos will be missing a pass rusher against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. The Broncos have ruled out edge defender Dondrea Tillman ( hamstring) on their final injury report ahead of a Week 4 showdown with the Niners.
The Broncos have sent safeties and corners at the quarterback as frequently as any team in the league. Can it help them get to Brock Purdy?