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Broncos confront string of soft-tissue injuries in training camp
Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton wants tighter control of the muscle injuries affecting his squad after running back J.K. Dobbins limped off Monday’s practice. Payton said the team had recorded several strains…
The Story in Brief
Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton wants tighter control of the muscle injuries affecting his squad after running back J.K. Dobbins limped off Monday’s practice. Payton said the team had recorded several strains involving hamstrings and groins, but doubted Denver’s heat wave was the main cause. He pointed to pre-practice routines, hydration and recovery work. Dobbins is expected to miss some time, though Payton said the injury should not be serious.
Wide receivers Jaylen Waddle and Marvin Mims Jr. and pass rusher Nik Bonitto have also left practice with injuries. Defensive lineman Matt Henningsen suffered a torn Achilles, his second such injury in a year. Payton said the Broncos would continue focusing on warm-downs and injury prevention.
The Indian Opinion
The easy narrative is that Denver’s heat alone is breaking down the squad, while another may blame players for poor conditioning. Payton’s comments support neither shortcut. Soft-tissue injuries can have several causes, and the useful test is whether the problem eases after changes to routines and recovery. The Broncos’ injury list, especially Henningsen’s Achilles tear, will matter more than training-camp assurances when the regular season begins.
Source: hindustantimes.com
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