DREW LOCK NEWS

Better ground game would help settle Broncos QB Drew Lock

Quarterback Drew Lock doesn't have much of a run game to turn to in Denver

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Injury Report: Drew Lock questionable for #MIAvsDEN as Broncos continue to evaluate Lock’s health The Broncos listed six total players as questionable for Week 11.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Listed as questionable for Week 11 Lock (ribs) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Kyle Newman of the Denver Post reports.

Impact While coach Vic Fangio acknowledged that Lock was "a little sore" Friday morning after resuming throwing Thursday, he added that he "didn't see too much altering" in the QB's delivery. As for the chances of Lock -- who's been splitting practice reps with Brett Rypien -- starting this weekend, Fangio noted "we'll see exactly where Drew is so we can make a good decision, hopefully by the end of the day (Saturday), as to who will be the starter." If that's info the team shares Saturday, then we should have a pretty good idea of Lock's Week 11 status in advance of Sunday's 4:05 ET kickoff.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Likely limited again Friday Lock (ribs) is expected to be limited at Friday's practice and split QB reps with Brett Rypien, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

Impact The 24-year-old is apparently trending in the right direction for Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins, but he isn't expected to significantly increase his practice work in the final practice of the week. Lock seems likely to be considered questionable for Week 11, but his status won't receive official clarity until the injury report is released Friday afternoon.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

What changed for Drew Lock, offseason questions, draft: Broncos mailbag, Part I Broncos beat writer Nick Kosmider answers your questions about the team.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM

‘You’ve got to wash them away’: Drew Lock turns page after tough outing vs. Raiders Plus, see how Noah Fant stacks up against other tight ends in the NFL.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Broncos rookie receivers a bright spot in difficult season

The Broncos' first two draft picks are providing a glimpse of a bright future in another difficult season

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders' shorthanded D has 'daunting task' vs. Chiefs

Preparing to play Patrick Mahomes and the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs can cause nightmares for opposing defensive coordinators in the best of circumstances

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tagovailoa seeks only second 4-0 start by rookie in 40 years

The Miami Dolphins are playoff contenders once again after turning to rookie quarterback Tua Tagovailoa

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Injury Report: Drew Lock returns to practice, takes team reps Noah Fant also returned to practice on Thursday.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Splits QB reps Thursday Lock (ribs) split QB reps with Brett Rypien during Thursday's practice, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Lock, who was officially listed as limited Thursday, noted afterward that he felt good while throwing in drills, but fell short of confirming that he'll play Sunday against the Dolphins. "I would like to be (available to play)," Lock said Thursday. "Obviously I'll give my opinion and it's going to be I want to play, but in the end it's not 100 percent up to me what happens." Added clarity with regard to his Week 11 status should arrive no later than Friday after the Broncos trainers and doctors asses the signal-caller following practice.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Set for limited practice Lock (ribs) will return to a limited practice Thursday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

Impact Per James Palmer of NFL Network, Lock -- who didn't practice Wednesday -- is in line to see some reps during the team portion of practice Thursday. While the QB's return to the field bodes well for his chances of suiting up Sunday against the Dolphins, Lock will have to escape practice (both Thursday and Friday) without any setbacks in order to garner the start this weekend.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Lock misses practice, Rypien might get second career start Drew Lock’s bruised ribs prevented him from practicing Wednesday when the Denver Broncos installed their game plan for Miami with backup Bre...

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Lock misses practice, Rypien might get second career start ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Drew Lock’s bruised ribs prevented him from practicing Wednesday when the Denver Broncos installed their game plan for Mi...

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • THESTAR.COM

Lock misses practice, Rypien might get second career start

Coach Vic Fangio says Drew Lock has made progress this week as he deals with bruised ribs

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs Wednesday DNP Lock (ribs) didn't practice Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Coach Vic Fangio noted that Lock's ability to play Sunday against the Dolphins figures to depend on a few factors that will be evaluated as the week rolls along, while adding that the team does want the QB to see some practice reps in advance of the weekend. As long as Lock misses or is limited at practice, however, Brett Rypien will continue to see added first-team work in his place.

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos injuries: Drew Lock did not practice Wednesday Broncos quarterback Drew Lock has an uncertain status for Sunday’s game against the Dolphins.

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • USATODAY.COM

Could practice later in week Lock (ribs) isn't "expected to do much, if anything" in practice Wednesday, but the Broncos are hopeful that he'll be able to increase his activity in workouts by the end of the we...

Impact Though he played every snap Sunday in the Broncos' 37-12 loss to the Raiders, Lock emerged from the game with a muscle strain and bruising near his ribs. The core injury has prompted the Broncos to label Lock as day-to-day, and Rapoport predicts the signal-caller will be in line for more of a rest day Wednesday as the team begins Week 11 prep. The Broncos' first injury report of the week will reveal whether Lock was a limited or non-participant, but his involvement in practices Thursday and Friday will prove more telling with regard to his status for the game against the Dolphins this weekend. On a positive note, Rapoport notes that Lock is "feeling a lot better" in the days since the Raiders game, but Brett Rypien and Jeff Driskel will be on hand as starting options in the event Lock can't gain clearance for the Week 11 contest.

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Status hazy for Week 11 Lock is dealing with a "pretty severe strain and bruising" to his ribs and is considered day-to-day, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Impact Schefter adds that Lock avoided broken bones, but the Broncos are still uncertain if the 24-year-old quarterback will be ready for this Sunday's game against the Dolphins. Lock was clearly playing through pain in last week's loss to the Raiders, and his performance suffered, as he completed just 49 percent of his passes and threw four picks. It could simply be a matter of pain tolerance yet again, and Lock's practice status Wednesday will be the best indicator of his health. Brett Rypien and Jeff Driskel will prepare to start at quarterback in the event that Lock can't play.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

‘There’s no question he has the talent’: Vic Fangio backs Drew Lock, says QB must continue to play to improve Plus, Fangio addresses the team's running game and a second-quarter fourth down.

NOVEMBER 17, 2020 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Dealing with muscle strain Lock is nursing a muscle strain around his ribs, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Coach Vic Fangio has shed doubt on whether Lock will practice Wednesday, according to Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com, and Adam Schefter of ESPN has reported that the 24-year-old could be unable to face the Dolphins on Sunday. Even in the event that Lock is forced to miss a week, the fact that he's avoided any broken bones would seem to indicate that his injury isn't a long-term issue. The Broncos have Brett Rypien and Jeff Driskel on hand if a spot start at quarterback is needed.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Broncos are 3-6 for fourth consecutive year, Drew Lock hurt

The Denver Broncos are 3-6 for the fourth consecutive season

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Raiders' defense steps up to challenge during 3-game streak

Coach Jon Gruden challenged the Las Vegas defense a few weeks ago after it was picked apart for 45 points in a loss to Tom Brady and Tampa Bay

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fangio: Drew Lock’s bruised ribs might sideline him Sunday Vic Fangio is adamant about Drew Lock playing through his growing pains - bruised ribs willing.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM

Fangio: Drew Lock's bruised ribs might sideline him Sunday ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Vic Fangio is adamant about Drew Lock playing through his growing pains — bruised ribs willing.

NOVEMBER 16, 2020 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM