Jan 24, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib (21) reacts against the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos defeated the Patriots 20-18 to advance to the Super Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY SportsMark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Aqib Talib Injury: Updates on Broncos CB's Back and Return

Alec NathanOct 28, 2016

Denver Broncos cornerback Aqib Talib hadn't played since Week 7 because of a back injury. However, he is ready to return.

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Talib Active vs. Chiefs

Sunday, Nov. 27

Talib is available to play in Week 12 against Kansas City, according to Nicki Jhabvala of the Denver Post.

Latest on Talib's Practice Status

Friday, Nov. 25

Talib was a full participant in practice on Friday, per Jhabvala.

Broncos Need Talib Healthy to Get Back to Super Bowl

Talib is renowned as one of the NFL's best shutdown corners, and he reinforced that notion throughout the 2015 season.

Working in tandem with fellow coverage maestro Chris Harris Jr., Talib recorded three interceptions, 39 solo tackles and 13 defended passes in 15 regular-season games. He also scored two touchdowns on interception returns.

Through seven games in 2016, Talib had notched three interceptions, 11 defended passes and 20 combined tackles.