# Broncos' Running Back Crisis Before Trade Deadline

> Denver Broncos need a running back upgrade by November 10 as their current options falter.
- Title: Broncos' Running Back Crisis Before Trade Deadline | Shortify
- Summary: Denver Broncos need a running back upgrade by November 10 as their current options falter. Denver Broncos must find a running back before November 10 trade…
- Keywords: denver broncos, running back, trade deadline, bo nix, jonah coleman, j.k. dobbins, rj harvey, nfl, seattle seahawks, kansas city chiefs, indianapolis colts, philadelphia eagles
- Source: Denver Broncos On SI — https://si.com/nfl/broncos/onsi/broncos-biggest-trade-deadline-need-has-become-painfully-obvious
- Published: 2026-10-23T01:33:20+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: denver broncos, running back, trade deadline, bo nix, jonah coleman, j.k. dobbins, rj harvey, nfl, seattle seahawks, kansas city chiefs, indianapolis colts, philadelphia eagles
## Broncos' Running Back Room Fails
The Denver Broncos' running back room has failed to perform through six weeks of the 2026 season.
## Broncos 4-2 But Run Game Struggles
The Broncos are 4-2, but they've gotten little help from their run game.
## Bo Nix Slump Continues
Bo Nix has been mired in a slump, especially over the past three games.
## Sean Payton's Warning
As Sean Payton has said, quarterback is the hardest position to play in the NFL sans a run game.
## Trade Deadline Approaches
With the NFL trade deadline approaching on November 10, the Broncos' biggest need is staring them in the face.
## Broncos Need Difference-Making RB
The Broncos need a difference-making running back ahead of November 10.
## Coleman's Return Timeline
Coleman is set to return from injured reserve this week, and he's the Broncos' best hope at their run game finally breaking out.
## J.K. Dobbins Struggles
J.K. Dobbins is on pace for a career-low season, averaging 3.3 yards per carry.
## RJ Harvey's Potential
RJ Harvey has burst and is tough to tackle, but the Broncos seem reluctant to lean on him as a down-to-down rusher.
## Trade Options for Running Back
The Indianapolis Colts are open to parting with Jonathan Taylor, and it's possible the Philadelphia Eagles could listen to offers for Saquon Barkley.
## Tampa Bay's Bucky Irving
Tampa Bay's Bucky Irving could be interesting as the Bucs seem destined for a losing season and a new coaching regime.
## Broncos Have Three Games Left
With only three games between now and the trade deadline, the Broncos need to find out quickly how much Coleman's return can help.
## Dobbins' Performance Concerns
Dobbins has been trending toward 20 carries per game of late, but he's indecisive and lacking burst.
## Broncos' Run Game Challenge
Without a viable rushing attack, the Broncos may survive the regular season but will struggle if they don't win the No. 1 seed.
## Key takeaway

Denver Broncos must find a running back before November 10 trade deadline to fix their struggling run game.