J.K. Dobbins pledges full season and rushing title for Broncos
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 5:33 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Denver Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins, who has faced multiple injuries during his career, is confident he can complete all 17 games this season. He believes he can lead the NFL in rushing after recovering from a Lisfranc injury that limited him last year. Dobbins boasts a career average of 5.2 yards per carry and aims to prove his detractors wrong, emphasizing his determination and renewed focus on flexibility. His past injuries have mostly affected his left leg, but he feels ready to overcome any challenges. Dobbins has been a significant contributor to the Broncos' recent success, and his health will be crucial for their performance this season.
- •Dobbins has had a history of injuries since 2021.
- •His career rushing average is 5.2 yards per carry.
- •Broncos re-signed Dobbins to a two-year deal worth up to $20 million.
- •He aims to be the league's leading rusher this season.
- •Dobbins emphasizes his renewed focus on flexibility and fitness.
- 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins vows injuries are done, promises 17 games and an NFL rushing title
"J.K. Dobbins is counting on his flexibility and faith to outrun his injury history. The Denver Broncos starting running back had a blown-out knee in Baltimore in 2021, a torn Achilles in 2023 and a broken foot last year in Denver. "A lot of people always get mad when I say the injuries are over, because I said it last year, but that one was pretty fluky,” Dobbins said of the Lisfranc injury that ended his first season in Denver after 10 games.
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