According to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, Denver Broncos linebacker Drew Sanders suffered a tendon injury and is expected to miss the start of the season. He states that further testing will need to be done to determine the extent of his injury.
#Broncos LB Drew Sanders, an up-and-coming defender, suffered a tendon injury in his foot in practice that will keep him out an extended period of time, sources say post-MRI.
Sanders is not expected back before the season begins and further testing will determine what’s next. pic.twitter.com/oEobvTmdmk— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) July 27, 2025Sanders, who was carted off the practice field on Saturday, was fighting for a spot on the Broncos roster, but now will likely start the season on the injured reserve.