Buckhalter out, Moreno to start for Denver
October, 9, 2009
10/09/09
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Bill Williamson | ESPN.com
Posted by ESPN.com’s Bill Williamson
The Broncos will have to play Sunday’s pivotal game against New England without its most dynamic offensive weapon of the early season.
Running back Correll Buckhalter has been ruled out of the game because of a high ankle sprain he injured last week against Dallas. Buckhalter didn’t practice all week. The injury could affect Buckhalter’s chances of playing on Monday Night Football on Oct. 19 at San Diego.
Buckhalter is Denver’s starting running back and he is averaging a stunning 7.2 yards a carry. Denver rookie Knowshon Moreno will start in Buckhalter’s absence. Expect Moreno to get at least 20 carries against New England as Denver tries to control the game on the ground. Running back Peyton Hillis will likely also play extensively.
Meanwhile, Denver safety Brian Dawkins is listed as questionable to play Sunday. He has knee and shoulder injuries. He practiced Friday for the first time this week.
The Broncos will have to play Sunday’s pivotal game against New England without its most dynamic offensive weapon of the early season.
Running back Correll Buckhalter has been ruled out of the game because of a high ankle sprain he injured last week against Dallas. Buckhalter didn’t practice all week. The injury could affect Buckhalter’s chances of playing on Monday Night Football on Oct. 19 at San Diego.
Buckhalter is Denver’s starting running back and he is averaging a stunning 7.2 yards a carry. Denver rookie Knowshon Moreno will start in Buckhalter’s absence. Expect Moreno to get at least 20 carries against New England as Denver tries to control the game on the ground. Running back Peyton Hillis will likely also play extensively.
Meanwhile, Denver safety Brian Dawkins is listed as questionable to play Sunday. He has knee and shoulder injuries. He practiced Friday for the first time this week.
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