Update: Purcell returned to the game in the second quarter. See our original post below.
Denver Broncos nose tackle Mike Purcell suffered a rib injury in the first quarter of Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Purcell was able to walk off the field and went into the medical tent for more evaluation. After being evaluated, the defensive lineman was then carted back into the locker room.
The team announced that Purcell is questionable to return.
Purcell was replaced at nose tackle by Shelby Harris.
Looking to bulk up the defensive line, the Broncos recently made Purcell (6-3, 328 pounds) a starting nose tackle and moved Harris from tackle to defensive end. Purcell has been in the lineup over Adam Gotsis, totaling 18 tackles in six games.
Denver leads Minnesota 3-0 midway through the first quarter.
