Drew Sanders

Drew Sanders has been ruled out for Sunday's AFC Championship game against the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact

Sanders won't be ready to return despite practicing in full all week. He could be activated for the Super Bowl if the Broncos advance on Sunday.

Broncos LB Drew Sanders practices in full on Wednesday ahead of the AFC Championship.

Fantasy Impact

Sanders has yet to play a game in 2025. If he suits up against the Patriots, he will provide solid depth for the Broncos' defensive unit.

Drew Sanders has been ruled out for Saturday's Divisional Round game against the Bills.

Fantasy Impact

Sanders closed the week with a full practice. He will still remain sidelined for Denver.

Broncos LB Drew Sanders underwent foot surgery.

Fantasy Impact

Jones was injured earlier in the week. He is expected to miss the next 4-6 weeks.

Denver Broncos linebacker Drew Sanders is expected to be out for 4-6 weeks with a foot injury, which turned out to be a ligament injury and not a tendon injury, says head coach Sean Payton.

Fantasy Impact

Sanders played in 21 games in his first two seasons with Denver, starting four, all coming in his rookie year. Initial fear of a tendon injury pushed his timeline further back, making this good news for Sanders and the team. He will likely start the season on the physically unable to perform list or short-term injured reserve while he recovers.