Ben Powers Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Broncos vs Commanders game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Oct 11, 2025
Placed on injured reserve
The Broncos placed Powers (biceps) on injured reserve Saturday, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers had surgery Monday after tearing his left biceps during the Broncos' Week 5 win over the Eagles, and the 2019 fourth-rounder is expected to be sidelined until December, per Tomasson. Calvin Throckmorton was elevated from the practice squad to provide the Broncos additional depth on offensive line, and Alex Palczewski could start at left guard against the Jets on Sunday due to Powers' injury.
Oct 6, 2025
Expected to land on IR
The Broncos are planning to place Powers (biceps) on injured reserve, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers tore his left biceps in Denver's Week 5 win over the Eagles and had surgery Monday to repair the damage. He's expected to miss two months and will be placed on injured reserve, though the move is not yet official. Powers' absence will leave a key void along the interior of the Broncos' offensive line.
Sep 4, 2024
Left off injury report
Powers (ribs) was left off the Broncos' injury report Wednesday ahead of Sunday's Week 1 matchup with the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Powers had been dealing with a ribs injury that sidelined him during August, but it now appears he's moved past the issue. The Oklahoma product is expected to start at left guard Sunday now that he's returned to full health.
Aug 18, 2024
Not playing against Green Bay
Powers (shoulder) is not suiting up for Sunday's preseason game against the Packers, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers has been dealing with a shoulder injury, so he'll sit out for Sunday's contest. The 2019 fourth-round pick signed a four-year, $52 million contract with Denver and is slated to start at left guard when the regular season kicks off.
Mar 13, 2023
Headed to Denver
Powers is in line to sign a four-year deal with the Broncos worth $52 million, with $28.5 guaranteed Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers had a strong 2022 campaign in his fourth year in the league with the Ravens. The 26-year-old started all 17 games for the team, which was a first in his career. He should start at left or right guard for Denver in 2023.
Jun 16, 2022
In mix for starting job
Powers is among a handful of candidates for the Ravens' starting left guard spot this offseason, Clifton Brown of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers started 12 of 13 games last season, but he missed Baltimore's final four games with a foot injury. The 2019 fourth-round pick appears to have gotten past this season-ending injury, however, and he will compete with fellow interior offensive lineman Ben Cleveland, Patrick Mekari and Tyre Phillips, according to Brown.
Jan 9, 2022
Out Sunday
Powers (foot) is out Sunday against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Powers will miss his fourth straight game, as the Ravens prepare to battle the Steelers for a chance at a playoff spot in the AFC. In his absence Ben Cleveland will likely draw the start at left guard.
Dec 31, 2021
Ruled out again
Powers (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Powers is headed for his third consecutive absence and has not practiced in any capacity since suffering the foot injury. Ben Cleveland should take over at left guard in Powers' absence.
Dec 24, 2021
Won't play Sunday
Powers (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday against the Bengals, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers will miss his second straight game with the injury after not being able to practice all week. With Tyre Phillips (knee) doubtful, Ben Cleveland will likely draw a start at guard for the ailing Ravens offensive line Sunday against the Bengals.
Dec 17, 2021
Won't play Sunday
Powers (foot) is out Sunday against the Packers, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers was unable to practice all week. With the Ravens dealing with multiple ailments across their offensive line, Ben Cleveland is in line to get the start at left guard.
Nov 28, 2019
Absent from injury report
Powers (thumb) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic
ANALYSIS
Powers was inactive for Monday's win over the Rams but now appears fully clear of the thumb injury. The rookie fourth-round pick has yet to appear in a game this season.
Nov 23, 2019
Nursing thumb injury
Powers has a thumb injury and is questionable for Monday's game against the Rams, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Powers was a full practice participant Saturday, so he figures to be available for Monday's contest. The 23-year-old has yet to appear in a game this season.
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