Pat Surtain II Suffers Concussion Against Chargers

Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II suffered a concussion early in the game against the Los Angeles Chargers and was ruled out after a single defensive snap. Surtain collided with Chargers receiver Ladd McConkey, causing his helmet to hit the ground hard, which led to his immediate evaluation and removal from the game. As Surtain is now undergoing the league's concussion protocol, it is unlikely he will recover in time for the Broncos' upcoming Thursday night game against the New Orleans Saints. Surtain's absence is significant, given his recent performance, including being named AFC Defensive Player of the Week after a standout game against the Raiders. This injury has temporarily sidelined one of the Broncos' key defensive players, impacting their defensive lineup for the near future. The Chargers led the Broncos 10-0 by the end of the first quarter after Surtain's exit.