The Broncos’ defensive issues just got more complicated.
Starting safety Justin Simmons did not participate Wednesday’s practice due to a hip injury. Simmons was not in uniform while stretching on the side field during the media’s viewing period.
Broncos’ defensive tackle Mike Purcell (ankle) and outside linebacker Frank Clark (hip) also did not practice, while left tackle Garett Bolles (ankle) was a limited participant.
The Broncos’ secondary has had its fair share of injury issues. Safety Caden Sterns is expected to be out for the season after tearing his patellar tendon in Week 1’s loss to the Las Vegas Raiders.