Broncos say J.K. Dobbins is 'completely healthy' after 'freak' injury ended 2025 season
Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins is 'completely healthy' and ready for the 2026 season following last year's 'freak' injury, GM George Paton said.
J. K. Dobbins was having a great season with the Denver Broncos last fall before a foot injury sidelined him for the final nine games of the campaign (including two playoff contests).
Unfortunately, that kind of scenario has hindered Dobbins throughout his career. Before joining the Broncos in 2025, Dobbins was productive with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2024, but he missed four games due to injuries. Before that, he missed 43 games in four years with the Baltimore Ravens .
While speaking at the NFL's annual league meeting last month, Denver general manager George Paton was asked about balancing the benefits of Dobbins' production and cultural fit with his injury history. The Broncos opted to re-sign Dobbins to a two-year deal this offseason despite those past injuries. “You’re right, it’s a tough balance, but he is 27 years old," Paton said.
"He is completely healthy now. That injury was kind of — it was a hip-drop [tackle] . It was a freak [injury], his body didn’t break down.