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Broncos CB Pat Surtain Exits Game vs. Niners With Apparent Leg Injury

During Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II exited the contest just before halftime due to an ankle issue. The standout defender went down without any contact while backpedaling in coverage and required assistance from medical staff to reach the locker room.

Although he managed to walk with weight on both legs, the team has not yet clarified his availability for the remainder of the game. Surtain, recognized as the reigning 2024 NFL Defensive Player of the Year and a three-time All-Pro, anchors the Denver secondary and previously missed action last season due to a pectoral strain.

On the field, the opening half concluded in a 3-3 deadlock after the Broncos successfully blocked a field goal attempt as time expired. With the centerpiece of their defense sidelined, the team faces uncertainty regarding the severity of the injury as updates remain pending.

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