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Sean Payton on Surtain II and Bryant not landing on IR
Payton says Patrick Surtain II and Pat Bryant won't join injured reserve.
In brief
Payton says Patrick Surtain II and Pat Bryant won't join injured reserve. Broncos coach Sean Payton stated Patrick Surtain II and Pat Bryant won't land on injured reserve despite ankle injuries from Sunday's loss to the 49ers. Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Surtain II and Bryant injured
Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II and cornerback Pat Bryant suffered ankle injuries during Sunday's loss to the 49ers.
Payton's statement
Payton told reporters: 'That’s jumping way ahead. I don’t think so, and if they were I wouldn’t say so.'
“That’s jumping way ahead. I don’t think so, and if they were I wouldn’t say so.”
IR timeline
They can delay the move until Saturday to start the four-game clock for their return with the Week 5 game against the Chargers.
Current status
It’s unlikely either will play on Sunday. Neither practiced on Wednesday.
The takeaway
Broncos coach Sean Payton stated Patrick Surtain II and Pat Bryant won't land on injured reserve despite ankle injuries from Sunday's loss to the 49ers.
