During Tuesday’s morning practice, guard Chris Kuper suffered a left forearm fracture. He is expected to fully recover within four to six weeks.
Kuper was in the process of returning to the lineup after recovering from an injury suffered in Week 17 of the 2011 season. As he worked his way back to the first unit, he often split reps at right guard with Manny Ramirez, a sixth-year lineman who has started 15 of his 20 NFL games played.
If Kuper returns in four weeks, he would presumably be part of the team’s preparation for its Week 2, Monday Night Football matchup in Atlanta. Six weeks from today is Sept. 25, leading up to the Broncos’ Week 4 home game against the Oakland Raiders.
Kuper was one of three players who left Tuesday’s practice early, along with running back Ronnie Hillman (hamstring) and defensive end Jason Hunter (triceps).
In addition, safety Jim Leonhard (knee), safety Quinton Carter (hamstring and knee), linebacker Keith Brooking (hamstring), cornerback Tracy Porter (illness), linebacker Danny Trevathan (ankle) and wide receiver Tyler Grisham (knee) did not participate in Tuesday’s practice. Defensive tackle Ty Warren was excused for “a family situation.”
“You’re concerned about all of them — you’d like them out there because this is how we get better,” Fox said of the injured players before the severity of Kuper’s injury was announced. “But we take a next-man-up approach, and it gives the guys behind them an opportunity.”
Tags: Chris Kuper, Training Camp 2012
This is not good at all!!!!
At least it’s not soft tissue. Bone breaks aren’t tooooooo terrible. Get Well Soon Koop
Hey y’all. Just getting caught up, busy day.. Not good news about Kuper, but to look on the bright side, it will give his ankle more time to heal and it’s better for this to happen now rather than the middle of the season. Perhaps we can shuffle a few guys around and maybe get Blake some quality reps.
As for Hillman, I think we should rest him for awhile and be patient with him. If he keeps tweaking that hammy, it could be a problem all year long..
Both of these injuries give Knowshon a golden opportunity. He can catch the ball out of the backfield, is a change of speed back, and from my understanding, he’s pretty solid in picking up the blitz. Let’s see if he realizes that this could be his last shot with the club, and takes full advantage. I think he makes good this year.
I’m totally sad! ;( BUT!! he hasn’t played much during TC so I think we’re ok.
OT, I think these injuries give Omon and JJ great opportunities,
Agreed cat. It’s an open competition, but we need a RB that can pick up the blitz with Manning back there, and with Kuper out a few games. I don’t know whether JJ or Omon excel at that, time will tell.
True, OT. Didn’t think about it like that. Did you get your prize pack?
Speedy recovery to you Coop!! We need ya buddy.
The do need to rest Hillman some and have Omon work with the 1st and 2nd strings…………
No I wont let that go lol
I actually am also very curious as to what the prize pack is too!
I think you will get your wish AB!
My lips are sealed!
AB I agree. There is no point to play MaGahee in the preseason. We know what he’s capable of, and why risk an injury? Give everyone else some quality reps so we know who’s really better.
Come on OT lol let me guess… hat, t-shirt and keychain?
Anyone else here starting to become a big fan of Ingram? I think he beats out Green.
*quality reps vs the 1′s and 2′s
OT I agree about McGahee. DOnt risk an injury. With Hillman I wouldnt overwork him. Everyone else should get more reps but be careful with how they use Moreno.
Very good guess scalp, not exactly, but pretty close!
I agree about Ingram, he’s looking pretty good. It also looks like JT is finally make plays. Green does have that suspension looming, so it’ll be interesting to see who gets cut. I wonder if Ingram would clear waivers to put on our practice squad?
OT, I bet you got a Mile High Manning magazine!
Wow. What a drag for Kuper. I’ve been jonesing to see Hillman in action, but this guy doesn’t seem to be able to stay healthy so far. Could be a bad omen. And good for Omon. Just hoping he’s not another undersized running back who’s injuries keep him from ever showing what he can do. We’ve had enough of that the last few years.
Hillman does not have a history of injuries. Might be that he went in too early.
ESPN’s and NFL Network’s coverage of Tim Tebow’s birthday is beyond embarrassing.
I have to ask since when is 5-11 227 undersized for a RB?
No magazine cat. I’ll tell you if you really want to know, but that takes away all the fun!
Ok, but if I don’t win one will you tell me? Cuz chances are slim that I’ll win one. I’m not good at guessing.
Omon reminds me so much of TD it’s not funny.
Hes a big back and in the game vs the bears he showed some speed and some good moves along with the patience through the hole.
Sure thing cat, it’s a deal. Btw, I’ve been busy today and haven’t seen any of the Tebow bday coverage, but I heard on the radio people making fun of his photo shoot in GQ? Apparently he posed like Jesus or something? Idk all the facts, just heard people bashing him.
He REFUSED to pose for GQ so I don’t know what pictures they’re talking about.
They all bust asked Peyton to wish him a happy birthday during his interview. Lamo. They asked him if he’d ever be I GQ and all he said was “I doubt it” LOL!!!! Tebow wasn’t in that magazine by choice.
Power rankings: http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap2000000050045/article/nfl-power-rankings-atlanta-falcons-rise-chicago-bears-fall?module=HP11_cp
OT, I don’t know what the pictures look like. I did not look at them.
I think they found and used older pictures of him? Don’t they need his approval for that if it’s true? Again, I don’t any of the facts, and don’t really care honestly. I’m beginning to feel slightly sorry for Tebow. The NY media is so vicious, he’s on the back page of the NY post everyday practically, and it must be embarrassing for him to be used on special teams for a guy with his resume. I hope he has the last laugh, but I HATE jets……
Does anyone know what happened to D’Andre Goodwin? I just saw he was on our IR but never remember him getting hurt
Me too. I feel awful for him. It’s embarrassing for the networks tho.
Forgot what happened to him AB, but I remember reading he got hurt. We signed another WR right after.
Thanks OT I just dont remember hearing or seeing anything about it. I knew we signed another WR though. Kenny I think is his name.
I’m over it cat. Glad we don’t have to deal with all the hoopla anymore. He’s a tough kid, he’ll be fine with whatever happens. I don’t even click on any stories about him online, b/c they will only stop when his articles stop getting a millions clicks….
*millions of clicks
AB: here http://broncotalk.net/2012/08/39570/broncos-news/transactions/broncos-waiveinjured-wr-dandre-goodwin/
He passed waivers so we put him on our IR list
Good decision, OT! I’m going to start doing that too. It’s too bad, I love the kid, but the media is ridiculous.
Does anyone know about Evlis Dumervil’s fight today. I know it got testy and he was involved… Was it him and Knowshin?
THanks Cat
*knowshon (DB is rubbing off on me ;P)
*Elvis… Seriously, DB! stop rubbing off on me! LOL
Cat last blog it says it was Doom Mays and Knowshon
Ok, apparently he was pretty pissed off. I wish I could’ve seen it!!! Apparently there’s a video on the post, but I can’t open it for some reason.
Oh no!
Yep, this is our quarterback:
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=i3KyRLZiCz0
Was it just me who couldnt log in or did it happen to everyone else as well?