DIONTAE SPENCER NEWS

Can't-Miss Play: Diontae Spencer's first NFL TD is 83-yard punt return Denver Broncos wide receiver Diontae Spencer's first NFL TD is 83-yard punt return against the Carolina Panthers.

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • NFL.COM

WATCH: Broncos WR Diontae Spencer scores on 83-yard return A great special teams play for the Broncos!

DECEMBER 13, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Broncos' Donatell: COVID-19 both weakened and awakened him

Denver defensive coordinator Ed Donatell is planning to attend his first game since Oct. 25 when the Broncos travel to face the Carolina Panthers on Sunday

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Shifts off COVID list Spencer was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Given this development, the McNeese State standout becomes eligible to suit up Week 14 against the Panthers. Spencer has been residing on the reserve/COVID-19 list since Nov. 27, meaning a game appearance would mark his first since Week 11. The 28-year-old has averaged 10.2 yards per punt return over nine attempts as well as 18.6 yards per return over eight kickoff opportunities.

DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos place WR Diontae Spencer on Reserve/COVID-19 list Denver also signed running back LeVante Bellamy to its practice squad.

NOVEMBER 28, 2020 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Shifts to COVID-19 list The Broncos placed Spencer on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Impact Spencer has either tested positive for the virus or come into close contact with an infected person. Regardless, he won't play against the Saints on Sunday. In turn, Tyrie Cleveland and KJ Hamler are expected to return kicks and punts, respecitively.

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos: Saints' Hill at QB both a blessing and a curse

The Denver Broncos see Taysom Hill at quarterback for the New Orleans Saints and consider that both a blessing and a curse

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP Source: kick returner Diontae Spencer has COVID-19

A person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press that Denver Broncos kick returner Deontae Spencer is the player who tested positive for the coronavirus on Frida...

NOVEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Registers 32 return yards Spencer didn't receive a target on offense but recorded 22 yards on his lone kick return and 10 yards on three punt returns in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Dolphins.

Impact Spencer hasn't played more than six snaps on offense in a game this year. The 28-year-old is the team's primary returner, and he's averaged 18.6 yards per kick return and 10.2 yards per punt return.

NOVEMBER 24, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Raiders run over mistake-prone Broncos 37-12

Josh Jacobs ran for 112 yards and two TDs and Jeff Heath had two of Las Vegas’ five takeaways to help the Raiders beat the Denver Broncos 37-12 for their third straight win

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready to play Sunday Spencer (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Impact The 28-year-old was considered questionable due to the shoulder injury, but it won't prevent him from suiting up Sunday. Spencer should handle return duties and work as a depth receiver for the Broncos.

NOVEMBER 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable after full practice Spencer (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Spencer practiced fully Friday, which bodes well for his availability. The return man is unlikely to have much of a role on offense unless fellow wide receiver Jerry Jeudy -- who is questionable with a shoulder injury of his own -- sits.

NOVEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Managing shoulder issue Spencer (shoulder) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

Impact Spencer suffered the injury during last week's loss to the Falcons, and he appears to be continuing to managing the issue. The Denver receiving corps is all the sudden looking a bit thin, with Spencer, Jerry Jeudy (shoulder) and Tim Patrick (hamstring) all managing injuries during Wednesday's practice.

NOVEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Downgrades to out Spencer (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Falcons, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Spencer was already considered doubtful heading into the weekend, so this news was expected. He'll miss a third straight game, but his contributions as a depth wide receiver won't be affected much because Tim Patrick (hamstring) is expected to return. Tyrie Cleveland and KJ Hamler are expected to fill in on kick and punt returns, respectively.

NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos downgrade Diontae Spencer to out for #DENvsATL The Broncos also elevated safety Alijah Holder to the game-day roster as a COVID-19 Replacement.

NOVEMBER 7, 2020 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Not expected to play Sunday Spencer (shoulder) is considered doubtful for Sunday's game versus the Falcons, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Spencer's on track to miss a third straight game since suffering a shoulder injury in a Week 6 win over the Patriots. His absence will mainly affect the Broncos' return game, so Tyrie Cleveland and KJ Hamler should continue to work as the kick and punt returners, respectively.

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Week 8 Spencer (shoulder) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Spencer's shoulder injury will cause him to miss a second straight game, setting the stage for KJ Hamler to bring back punts while Tyrie Cleveland handles kick return duties. The depth wideout and return man's next chance to take the field will come Nov. 8 against Atlanta.

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Reed & React: Broncos OLB steps in again, makes most of shot

Broncos outside linebacker Malik Reed has been a handful as he fills in for injured pass rusher Von Miller

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses second straight practice Spencer (shoulder) did not practice Thursday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Spencer wasn't able to suit up against the Chiefs last weekend, and he's now missed back-to-back practices to begin Week 8. The return man was able to work on the side Thursday, which is somewhat encouraging, but he nonetheless appears to be trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

OCTOBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Spencer (shoulder) is day-to-day and will be monitored through the practice week, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Spencer missed this past Sunday's loss to the Chiefs, but coach Vic Fangio appears optimistic about the wide receiver's status moving forward. The 28-year-old didn't practice at all last week and will need to get on the field in some capacity this week to have a chance to suit up Sunday against the Chargers. If he can't shake the injury in time, KJ Hamler likely will handle punt return duties while Tyrie Cleveland brings back kicks.

OCTOBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Chiefs Spencer (shoulder) is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Spencer's shoulder injury will force him to miss his first game of the season. As long as Spencer is sidelined, Tyrie Cleveland will handle kick return duties, while Bryce Callahan stands to field punts.

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

DNP on Thursday Spencer (shoulder) did not practice Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site report.

Impact Spencer has now missed back-to-back practices due to the shoulder injury that forced him out of Week 6's win over the Patriots. If he's unable to face the Chiefs on Sunday, the Broncos will likely turn to Tyrie Cleveland for kick return duties, while Bryce Callahan would field punts.

OCTOBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Missing practice time Spencer didn't suit up in Wednesday's practice due to a shoulder injury.

Impact Spencer was forced out of last week's win over the Patriots due to the shoulder injury, and it now appears it's causing him to miss practice time. The severity of the injury is unclear, but if Spencer is forced to miss next week's game against Kansas City, Tyrie Cleveland would continue to handle kick return duties, with Bryce Callahan elevating to fielding punts.

OCTOBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

McManus' 6 FGs lift Broncos over Pats in COVID-delayed game

Denver's Brandon McManus had six field goals and linebacker Malik Reed came up with a big sack late to help the Broncos hold on for an 18-12 win over the New England Patriots in a...

OCTOBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS