ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — In a move that could have significant implications for the Denver Broncos' playoff hopes, cornerback Riley Moss is expected to make his return to the field after missing a month due to a knee injury. According to sources, Moss has been cleared to play and is "good to go" for the team's crucial matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday.
The news of Moss' return will come as a major boost to the Broncos, who have struggled to find consistency in their secondary during his absence. The 23-year-old cornerback has been a key contributor to the team's defense since being drafted in the third round of the 2022 NFL Draft, and his presence on the field will be a welcome sight for Broncos fans.
Moss suffered the knee injury during a game against the Los Angeles Chargers in late November and was initially expected to miss several weeks. However, after undergoing treatment and rehabilitation, he has made a rapid recovery and is now ready to take the field once again.
The Broncos' game against the Bengals on Saturday is a crucial one, with both teams vying for a spot in the playoffs. The Broncos currently sit in second place in the AFC West, while the Bengals are tied for first place in the AFC North. A win for either team would be a significant step towards securing a postseason berth, and the presence of Moss on the field could be a major factor in the outcome of the game.
Broncos head coach Sean Payton will be pleased to have Moss back in the lineup, and the team's defense is likely to be significantly strengthened by his return. Moss has been a standout player for the Broncos this season, with 35 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 1 forced fumble in 10 games.
The Broncos' secondary has been beset by injuries this season, with several key players missing games due to a variety of ailments. However, with Moss' return, the team's defense is starting to look more like its old self, and fans will be hoping that this will translate into a strong performance against the Bengals on Saturday.
In other news, the Broncos have also announced that several other key players are expected to return to the field in the coming weeks. This includes wide receiver Courtland Sutton, who has been missing due to a hamstring injury, and linebacker Baron Browning, who has been sidelined with a knee injury.
With Moss' return and the expected return of other key players, the Broncos are looking like a team on the rise. Fans will be eagerly anticipating the team's matchup against the Bengals on Saturday, and will be hoping that the team can come away with a much-needed win.