J.K. Dobbins may return for the AFC Championship Game after practicing, boosting Denver's struggling running game.

Running back J.K. Dobbins, who missed the past seven games with a foot injury, may return for the AFC Championship Game after the Broncos opened his practice window. The 27-year-old, Denver’s leading rusher with 772 yards and four touchdowns, participated in drills on a separate field during recent practices. His potential return could ease pressure on backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham, who is starting after Bo Nix suffered a season-ending ankle fracture. The Broncos’ running game struggled in their recent playoff win, with backups combining for just 41 yards on 10 carries.