On the same day that Broncos right tackle Ja’Wuan James opted out of the 2020 season, Denver got some good news on the injury front.
The Broncos activated offensive tackle Elijah Wilkinson from the physically unable to perform list and guard Netane Muti from the non-football injury list, the team announced Monday.
Wilkinson and Muti can now begin fully practicing.
Wilkinson is expected to replace James at right tackle so his health is crucial to the team’s success. Muti is a sixth-round draft pick who struggled with several injuries while playing for Fresno State.
Some fans and pundits have suggested moving guard Dalton Risner to right tackle and having Muti fill in at guard. Given his injury history, though, Muti probably won’t be rushed into a starting job as a rookie.
Instead, Denver will likely have Garett Bolles, Risner, Lloyd Cushenberry, Graham Glasgow and Wilkinson serve as the starting five. Muti could serve as the top backup guard, filling in as injuries necessitate.
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