What happened: ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Talanoa Hufanga sustained an ankle injury citing sources. One source estimated a 2-3 week absence depending on recovery.

Why it matters: Denver loses a starting safety during the October regular-season stretch. The absence shifts added snaps to secondary depth until return-to-play designations clarify.

What to watch: Further status updates will clarify return timing and how Denver aligns the secondary in his absence.