In a tough blow for the Denver Broncos, cornerback Riley Moss was forced to exit Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders due to an apparent knee injury. The injury occurred during a key moment in the game, leaving fans and teammates concerned about his status moving forward.
Here is more about Riley Moss’ injury and when he might return to the field.
How did Riley Moss get injured while playing football?
Riley Moss, the Denver Broncos cornerback, got his knee injured during the matchup vs the Las Vegas Raiders. The injury occurred while Moss was involved in a tackle on Raiders tight end Brock Bowers. Following the play, he left the field with assistance and was briefly examined in the team’s medical tent before being escorted to the locker room just before halftime.
Although Moss managed to walk to the locker room, the Broncos listed him as questionable to return. The team is expected to conduct further evaluations to determine the extent of the issue.
In his absence, Levi Wallace filled in as the No. 2 cornerback opposite Patrick Surtain, while Ja’Quan McMillian handled slot corner duties for the remainder of the game.
When will Riley Moss return to play with the Denver Broncos?
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton provided an update on the status of Riley Moss’ condition following the team’s victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. Payton shared, “Fortunately, it wasn’t really serious with Riley. It’s an MCL. I’m not going to give anything. We’ll see how next week is. There was some thought he could go back in. We’ll see where it’s at.” (via Sports Illustrated)
Moss, a standout defensive back from Iowa and a third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, has quickly become a key player for the Broncos. While it’s unclear how long Moss will be sidelined, the team will be keeping a close eye on his recovery. Meanwhile, the Broncos continue to make adjustments. This includes moving their Week 16 game against the Los Angeles Chargers to Thursday night on December 19.
