Denver Broncos offensive guard Dalton Risner briefly left Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings with an ankle injury before later returning to the contest (a game the Broncos lost 27-23).
Risner was seen wearing a boot on his foot in the team’s locker room Tuesday but the rookie told The Athletic’s Nicki Jhabvala, “I’m always good,” which seems like a positive sign that it might not be a serious injury.
Broncos LG Dalton Risner wearing a boot on his foot in the locker room. He came off the field briefly after hurting his ankle Sunday but returned to finish the game.
Made light of it today. “Y’all know me. I’m always good.”
— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) November 19, 2019
Risner (6-5, 312 pounds) was selected by Denver in the second round of this year’s draft out of Kansas State. He has had a brilliant rookie season so far, allowing just one sack in 10 games, according to STATS LLC.
If Risner does have to miss any games with his ankle injury, the Broncos might move Elijah Wilkinson back to guard (if Ja’Wuan James is healthy enough to play right tackle). Austin Schlottmann is another option.
Denver will release an updated injury report after practice Wednesday.
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