Sports · October 31, 2026
Broncos will put running back R.J. Harvey on injured reserve after injury in practice

The Denver Broncos are placing running back R.J. Harvey on injured reserve following a knee injury sustained during practice. Harvey is expected to miss at least the next four games, though due to an upcoming bye week, he will be out for five weeks total. He is eligible to return as early as December 6 against the Miami Dolphins. This is Harvey's second injury of the season, having previously missed time due to a hamstring injury.
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Reported by multiple outlets
- R.J. Harvey suffered a knee injury during practice this week
- Harvey will be placed on injured reserve
- Harvey will miss at least the next four games
Reported by only some outlets
- Harvey will be out for five weeks total because of a bye week in Week 10
- Harvey is expected to miss games against the Chiefs, Panthers, Raiders, and Steelers
- The earliest Harvey can return is December 6 against the Miami Dolphins
- Harvey previously missed one game this season due to a hamstring injury sustained in the season opener
- Harvey led the Broncos with seven rushing touchdowns and twelve total touchdowns in 2025
Confirmed
- R.J. Harvey sustained a knee injury in practice.
- Harvey will miss at least four games on the injured reserve list.
Reported
- R.J. Harvey will be placed on the short-term injured reserve list. (Ian Rapoport)
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