Corey Nelson Injury: Updates on Broncos LB's Knee and Return

Denver Broncos linebacker Corey Nelson left the field during the team's Week 6 game against the Cleveland Browns with a knee injury. He would not miss any additional games due to the injury. 

Continue for updates.

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Nelson Active For Week 8

Sunday, Nov. 1

Nelson was not listed among the Broncos' inactives released before Sunday night's game against the Green Bay Packers. 

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Latest on Nelson's Practice Status Ahead of Week 8

Monday, Oct. 26

Andrew Mason of DenverBroncos.com reported Nelson was practicing as the team prepares for the Packers.

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Nelson's Injury Another Blow to Broncos' LB Depth

Nelson's injury could have been significant because the Broncos' linebacker corps is becoming rather depleted. DeMarcus Ware was inactive for Week 6, and rookie Shane Ray was carted off the field with a knee injury and is expected to miss a month.

Denver needs players like Nelson to help on special teams so that it can conserve its limited personnel at linebacker for its top-flight defense.