- Greg Dulcich
- #80
- Team DEN
- Pos TE
- Status IRInjured Reserve
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Done for the season
The Broncos won't activate Dulcich (foot) from injured reserve after his 21-day practice window closed Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Coming off a promising rookie campaign in which he tallied 33 catches for 411 yards and two touchdowns in 10 games, Dulcich failed to take a step forward in 2023 due to hamstring and foot issues. He played just 32 offensive snaps across two games in 2023, catching three of four targets for 25 scoreless yards. The 23-year-old tight end has now missed 22 of 34 games to begin his professional career.
Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to miss Week 18
Dulcich, who is dealing with hamstring and foot injuries, is not expected to play in the Broncos' regular-season finale against the Raiders, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.
Analysis: The Broncos designated Dulcich to return from IR on Dec. 13, but he'll likely stay on the team's injured reserve list due to his multiple injuries. Head coach Sean Payton noted Monday, per Tommason, that the team's medical staff is "working hard" to get Dulcich the strength and conditioning training necessary to get and remain healthy. The 2022 third-round pick out of UCLA has played just two games this season, and if he is indeed inactive for Week 18, he'll finish the year with three catches…read more
Published: Mon, Jan 1 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Week 17
Dulcich (hamstring/foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Dulcich remains on injured reserve. The second-year tight end hasn't played since Week 6 and has been limited to just two games this season, getting hurt in both of them. It's been a nightmarish start to Dulcich's career, as he has just three catches for 25 yards in 2023. Adam Trautman and Lucas Krull will continue to soak up Denver's tight end snaps.
Published: Fri, Dec 29 at 4:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't be activated Week 16
Dulcich (hamstring/foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports reports.
Analysis: Dulcich has yet to be activated from injured reserve after being designated to return from injured reserve Dec. 13. The Broncos have 21 days from that date to add the tight end back to the active roster, and Dulcich would have to miss the remainder of the season if he isn't activated during that window. Denver's injury report lists both a hamstring and foot injury for Dulcich, but the latter is believed to be the primary problem hindering his availability at the moment after the former led to…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 22 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Sits out practice after setback
Dulcich (foot) didn't practice Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Denver designated Dulcich to return from injured reserve Dec. 13 after a hamstring injury resulted in him being placed on IR for the second time this season back in late October. The tight end appears to have mostly moved past the hamstring issue, but head coach Sean Payton said Dulcich is now dealing with swelling and soreness in his right foot. Despite yet another setback on the health front, Dulcich is still expected to play again this season, according to DiLalla.
Published: Wed, Dec 20 at 5:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Tending to foot issue
Coach Sean Payton said Monday that Dulcich missed Saturday's game at Detroit due to swelling and soreness in his foot, Ryan McFadden of The Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Payton also said that he expects Dulcich to return to action at some point this season. Per Parker Gabriel of the Denver Post, Dulcich's foot injury was unrelated to the hamstring that injury that landed the tight end on injured reserve. Denver's injury reports over the week will give some indication of whether he might be available for Week 16.
Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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Ruled out for Week 15
Dulcich (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Lions.
Analysis: Dulcich officially remains on injured reserve and won't be activated ahead of the Broncos' Week 15 contest. The second-year tight end returned to practice this week and will have to wait at least another week before gaining clearance. Adam Trautman should continue to pace the tight ends in routes and playing time.
Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
The Broncos designated Dulcich (hamstring) for return from injured reserve Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The transaction opens up a 21-day window in which Dulcich can be evaluated in practice before the Broncos would have to add him to the 53-man roster or keep him on IR for the rest of the season. Dulcich's career mostly has been defined by hamstring injuries to this point, but he could find a meaningful role down the stretch in an offense that's received little pass-catching production from its tight ends this season. Head coach Sean Payton wasn't willing to commit to Dulcich being ready to play…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Could return before season ends
Dulcich (hamstring) is on pace to return before the end of the regular season if all goes well in his recovery, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dulcich has begun working off to the side in practice, though he has yet to officially rejoin his teammates. In order to participate in team sessions, he'll first need to have his 21-day window to return from injured reserve opened. That window can be opened at any point moving forward, as Dulcich has been on injured reserve since Oct. 21.
Published: Fri, Dec 1 at 2:00pm by Rotowire.com
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Works off to side Wednesday
Dulcich (hamstring) worked off to the side at practice Wednesday, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.
Analysis: Dulcich has been sidelined for nine of the Broncos' 11 games to date due to recurring hamstring issues. Since he's already missed the required four games during his second stint of the season on injured reserve, he's eligible to rejoin the 53-man roster, but the Broncos aren't prepared to activate him this week, according to Tomasson. Dulcich could have visions of playing Week 14 against the Chargers, but the Broncos will first have to clear him to practice to set in motion any return.
Published: Wed, Nov 29 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely for Week 12
Dulcich (hamstring) isn't believed to be close to returning from injured reserve and isn't expected to be activated ahead of Sunday's game against the Browns, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.
Analysis: Dulcich is in the midst of his second IR stint of the season, as he was previously sidelined from Weeks 2 through 5 with the right hamstring strain before aggravating the injury in his return to the lineup Week 6 in Kansas City. He's missed the Broncos' subsequent four games and is eligible to return from IR in Week 12, but because Dulcich hasn't been working out off to the side at practices as of this past week, he doesn't look as though he's ready to mix into drills. Head coach Sean Payton…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 20 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play again in 2023
Coach Sean Payton said Thursday that the Broncos expect Dulcich (hamstring) to return this season, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Dulcich has been seeing multiple specialists about his chronic hamstring issues that have caused him to miss 13 of a possible 25 games in two seasons as a pro. Currently on injured reserve, Dulcich is eligible to return in Week 12 against the Browns. Adam Trautman will continue to handle tight end duties in his absence.
Published: Thu, Nov 9 at 1:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on injured reserve
Dulcich (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Analysis: This is Dulcich's second stint on injured reserve due to the same hamstring injury sustained during the season opener. Expect Adam Trautman, Chris Manhertz and Nate Adkins to continue working in a committee group at tight end for however long Dulcich is inactive.
Published: Sat, Oct 21 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Not playing in Week 7
Dulcich (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Packers, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Dulcich initially sustained a hamstring injury in the season opener that forced a stint on injured reserve. After missing the minimum four games on IR, he returned Week 6 at Kansas City, only to aggravate the issue in that game. On Wednesday, coach Sean Payton told DiLalla that Dulcich may require another stay on IR, and in order for him again to sit out the least number of weeks while on that list, the Broncos will need to make such a transaction by Saturday afternoon. For as long as Dulcich…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 20 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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May need to go back on IR
Dulcich (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, and the Broncos are evaluating whether he needs to be placed on injured reserve, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Last Thursday, Dulcich returned from a four-game IR stint due to a hamstring strain but aggravated the injury in a 21-17 loss to Kansas City. The 2022 third-round draft pick is unlikely to suit up Sunday against the Packers, so Adam Trautman should continue to play the bulk of snaps at tight end.
Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Aggravates hamstring issue
Dulcich is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Chiefs due to a hamstring injury, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Dulcich returned from a four-game absence Thursday, caused by a hamstring injury. He apparently aggravated the issue in the second half of Thursday's game and could be looking at additional missed time. Prior to his exit, he managed one catch for three yards.
Published: Thu, Oct 12 at 7:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to action Thursday
Dulcich (hamstring) is listed as active for Thursday night's game against the Chiefs.
Analysis: The Broncos officially activated Dulcich from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's contest, and he'll make his first game appearance since Week 1, when he logged 21 snaps and caught both of his targets for 22 yards. In his return to action versus Kansas City, Dulcich figures to work in tandem with fellow TE Adam Trautman, but as the season progresses the 2022 third-rounder's pass-catching ability should give him a degree of fantasy utility on a weekly basis.
Published: Thu, Oct 12 at 3:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Activated from IR
Denver reinstated Dulcich (hamstring) from injured reserve ahead of Thursday's game against the Chiefs, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: As a result of the transaction, Dulcich is eligible to play against the Chiefs, but the Broncos listed the tight end as questionable for the contest after he was estimated as a full participant in Wednesday walk-through session. Official confirmation of Dulcich's status is thus slated to arrive once the team's inactive list is posted 90 minutes in advance of Thursday's 8:15 p.m. ET kickoff. If active, Dulcich could be part of a timeshare at tight end with Adam Trautman.
Published: Thu, Oct 12 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to be activated from IR
The Broncos are expected to activate Dulcich (hamstring) from injured reserve ahead of Thursday night's game against the Chiefs, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Dulcich, who was limited at practice Tuesday and listed as a full participant on Wednesday's injury report, was deemed questionable for Week 6 action by the Broncos, but if he indeed comes off IR on Thursday, he'd be on track to face Kansas City. If he does, the 2022 third-rounder would provide his team's offense with a boost, as Dulcich profiles as Denver's top pass-catching TE when healthy, per James Palmer of NFL Network.
Published: Thu, Oct 12 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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Questionable but still on IR
Dulcich (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against Kansas City after fully participating in practice Wednesday.
Analysis: The Broncos opened the 21-day window to activate Dulcich from injured reserve Tuesday, after which point the tight end logged a limited practice followed by a full practice. In order for Dulcich to be eligible to play Thursday, the Broncos would first have to activate him from IR before 4 p.m. ET on game day. If he gets the green light to play Thursday, Dulcich could end up sharing reps at tight end with Adam Trautman.
Published: Wed, Oct 11 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in Tuesday's walkthrough
Dulcich (hamstring) was a limited participant in Tuesday's walkthrough, Aric DiLilla of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: The 21-day practice window for Dulcich to return from injured reserve opened just two days before Thursday's game against Kansas City, making it unlikely he'll be active for that contest. That said, coach Sean Payton told Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post that the tight end was close to gaining clearance to suit up. Dulcich will have one more chance to prove the health of his hamstring before the Broncos determine his availability for Week 6.
Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice Tuesday
The Broncos designated Dulcich (hamstring) for return from injured reserve Tuesday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Denver will have a 21-day period in which to observe Dulcich on the practice field before determining if he's able to rejoin the team's active roster. The second-year tight end has been sidelined since injuring his hamstring in the season opener, and his activity Tuesday included stretching and individual drills, per Nick Kosmider of The Athletic. Considering the Broncos play Thursday at Kansas City, Dulcich seems unlikely to gain clearance to return in Week 6. Adam Trautman will continue to be…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Shifts to IR
Dulcich (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: This isn't exactly a surprising development, as it was reported earlier this week Dulcich would miss "several weeks" with a hamstring injury. The earliest the second-year tight end is eligible to return would be a Thursday night Week 6 battle against the Chiefs. Expect Adam Trautman to see the vast majority of the tight end snaps in the absence of the 23-year-old Dulcich.
Published: Sat, Sep 16 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially ruled out
Dulcich (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Commanders, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Dulcich's absence this weekend comes as little surprise, given that Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com previously reported that the tight end was expected to miss several weeks with the injury he picked up in the Broncos' season-opening loss to the Raiders. As long as Dulcich is sidelined, Adam Trautman should operate as the Broncos' clear top tight end and potentially see added involvement in Denver's passing offense.
Published: Fri, Sep 15 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs another DNP
Dulcich (hamstring) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Logging back-to-back DNPs to begin Week 2 prep isn't a surprise for Dulcich, who is expected to miss multiple games due to a hamstring injury. Last season, he was inactive seven times due to a hamstring issue (Weeks 1-5 and 17-18), so his upcoming absence doesn't necessarily have a firm timetable. Assuming the Broncos rule out Dulcich on Friday's practice report, the Broncos will turn to Adam Trautman, Chris Manhertz and potentially undrafted rookie Nate Adkins at tight end.
Published: Thu, Sep 14 at 7:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Sidelined Wednesday
Dulcich (hamstring) didn't practice Wednesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com previously reported earlier this week that Dulcich could miss several games, but the Broncos haven't yet formally ruled the tight end out for Sunday's game against the Commanders. That said, Dulcich's absence from practice Wednesday confirms that he's unlikely to play this weekend, and he'll most likely be ruled out ahead of the Week 2 matchup by Friday. On the plus side, head coach Sean Payton noted Wednesday that Dulcich was feeling better three days removed from…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 13 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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To miss multiple games
The Broncos expect Dulcich (hamstring) to miss multiple weeks, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Dulcich was forced out of the Week 1 loss to the Raiders early after injuring the same hamstring that caused him to miss seven games as a rookie. It remains to be seen whether the Broncos consider the second-year tight end a candidate for IR. Adam Trautman will remain atop the depth chart at the position for Denver while Dulcich is sidelined.
Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 7:23am by Rotowire.com
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Having MRI done
Coach Sean Payton said Monday that Dulcich (leg) will undergo an MRI, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Dulcich left Sunday's loss to the Raiders early due to a leg injury, so this MRI will determine the full severity of his issue as well as an expected recovery timetable. If Dulcich is forced to miss any amount of time, Adam Trautman will stand to benefit from increased opportunities atop Denver's tight end depth chart.
Published: Mon, Sep 11 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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Suffers leg injury
Dulcich was forced out of Sunday's game against the Raiders due to a leg injury, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
Analysis: The Broncos announced that Dulcich won't return to the contest, so he'll finish Week 1 action with two catches on as many targets for 22 yards. In his absence, look for Adam Trautman to see increased opportunities in Denver's passing attack.
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Not targeted in preseason loss
Dulcich was not targeted despite being active for Friday's 18-17 preseason loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: Dulcich was surprisingly bypassed as the potential starter despite having a strong rookie campaign in 2022, coupled with Denver not having a ton of competition at that position. Instead, coach Sean Payton went outside of the organization and brought in Adam Trautman, one of his former tight ends from New Orleans to serve as his starting tight end in Denver. It seemed like a timeshare was going to develop in order to at least keep Dulcich's hands on the field, but based on who started and the…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 5:56am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as No. 2 tight end
Dulcich was listed as the No. 2 tight end on the Broncos' unofficial depth chart Wednesday, Henry Chisholm of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Dulcich slotting in as the No. 2 tight end should come as a surprise, as many assumed that he earned the No. 1 spot based on his playmaking ability as a pass catcher. Instead, teammate Adam Trautman was listed as the starter. While addressing the media following the release of the first unofficial depth chart, head coach Sean Payton said, "the one thing that is interesting about this tight end group is that there are some clear roles that you can see. Strengths and weaknesses that these players…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 10 at 7:00am by Rotowire.com
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Making impression on Sean Payton
Dulcich is healthy for offseason practices and has been making a good impression on new coach Sean Payton, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports. "[Dulcich]'s got traits that are exciting," Payton said earlier this month, "and today was one of those days where you begin to have a vision."
Analysis: Hamstring injuries cost Dulcich the first five games of his rookie season as well as the final two. In between, the 2022 third-round pick emerged as Denver's top pass catcher at tight end, averaging 4.9 targets in QB Russell Wilson's nine starts. Dulcich caught only 60 percent of his targets -- a rather low rate for a TE -- but his 33 receptions included six gains of 20-plus yards and three of 30-plus. While a favorite to lead the team's tight ends in targets again, Dulcich isn't known for…read more
Published: Mon, Jun 12 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands on IR
Dulcich (hamstring) has been placed on IR by the Broncos, Ben Swanson of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: With the Broncos eliminated from playoff contention, Dulcich's season is officially over. The 2022 third-rounder thus concludes his rookie campaign with 33 catches (on 55 targets) for 411 yards and two TDs in 10 games. Looking ahead to next year, Dulcich should lead Denver's tight end corps out of the gate in 2023, a context that will place the UCLA product firmly in the fantasy radar at his position.
Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in Week 17
Dulcich (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Dulcich failed to practice in any capacity this week. With the Broncos out of the playoff picture, it wouldn't be surprising if the rookie tight end failed to suit up for the Week 18 season finale against the Chargers as well. Dulcich also suffered a hamstring injury just before the season, which kept him out until Week 6. In his absence, Eric Saubert, Eric Tomlinson, Andrew Beck and possibly Albert Okwuegbunam will see snaps at tight end against Kansas City.
Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 12:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Dulcich (hamstring) wasn't spotted at practice Friday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Dulcich didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday either, which suggests that he's trending toward missing Sunday's game against the Chiefs. If he ends up ruled out for the contest, Eric Saubert, Eric Tomlinson and possibly Albert Okwuegbunam would be in line to see added Week 17 snaps.
Published: Fri, Dec 30 at 12:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Dulcich (hamstring) won't practice Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Dulcich didn't practice Wednesday either, which clouds his status for Sunday's game against the Chiefs. If the 2022 third-rounder -- who logged a 4-39-1 line on eight targets Week 16 versus the Rams -- is unable to play this weekend, added tight end snaps would be available for Eric Saubert, Eric Tomlinson and possibly Albert Okwuegbunam.
Published: Thu, Dec 29 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Dulcich (hamstring) wasn't spotted at Wednesday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Dulcich hurt his hamstring late in Sunday's 51-14 loss to the Rams, so his status will need to be tracked in advance of this weekend's game against the Chiefs. If Dulcich is out this weekend, more snaps at tight end would be available for Eric Saubert, Eric Tomlinson and Albert Okwuegbunam.
Published: Wed, Dec 28 at 12:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Not returning Sunday
Dulcich has been ruled out of Sunday's game at the Rams due to a hamstring injury.
Analysis: Prior to his departure in the fourth quarter, Dulcich reeled in four of eight targets for 39 yards and one touchdown, marking his second end-zone visit of the season. His status now will need to be watched as the Broncos prepare for a Week 17 road matchup with the Chiefs next Sunday, Jan. 1.
Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 4:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Disappears against Arizona
Dulcich recorded one catch on two targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 24-15 win over Arizona.
Analysis: Dulcich entered the game having seen eight targets in consecutive contests, and there was little reason to believe that would change with both Courtland Sutton (hamstring) and Kendall Hinton (hamstring) sidelined. However, Dulcich was overshadowed by several of the Broncos' peripheral pass catchers, including Eric Tomlinson and Brandon Johnson. Dulcich should have the opportunity to bounce back in Week 16, as Russell Wilson (concussion) is expected to return from a one-game absence.
Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 6:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Three grabs in Sunday's loss
Dulcich caught three of eight targets for 42 yards in Sunday's 34-28 loss to Kansas City.
Analysis: The rookie tight end struggled to get on the same page with Russell Wilson (concussion) early, but Dulcich made some big catches later in the game as the Broncos tried to claw their way back from a 27-0 deficit. He's has seen eight targets in back-to-back contests as his role in the offense continues to grow, but Wilson's exit in the fourth quarter puts the QB's status for Week 15 in question. Dulcich would be a less appealing fantasy option with Brett Rypien under center against the Cardinals.
Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 6:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Team-high receiving yardage in loss
Dulcich brought in six of eight targets for 85 yards in the Broncos' 10-9 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
Analysis: The rookie tight end bounced back from a rough stretch that had seen him produce a 7-52 line on 12 targets over his previous three games, tying his career best in receptions and posting his second-highest receiving yardage tally. Dulcich led the Broncos in receptions, receiving yards and targets for the day as well, sending him into a Week 14 home battle against the Chiefs with positive momentum.
Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Slump continues
Dulcich caught two of three targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Panthers.
Analysis: Dulcich showed promise in his first three appearances after debuting in Week 6, accumulating 182 receiving yards and a touchdown on 17 targets. The rookie tight end has cooled off in three games since, failing to jump-start a sputtering Broncos offense while turning 12 targets into just 52 yards. Dulcich will look to get back on track against the Ravens in Week 13.
Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Tallies four catches
Dulcich recorded four catches on five targets for 30 yards in Sunday's 22-16 loss to the Raiders.
Analysis: Dulcich remained heavily involved in the Denver offense, finishing tied for second on the team with five targets. He contributed primarily in the short areas of the field, though he did turn in a 15-yard reception on the Broncos' first offensive play of the game. Since being activated from injured reserve prior to Week 6, Dulcich has at least four receptions in three of five games.
Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 7:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Catches one pass in loss
Dulcich caught one of four targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: After a solid if belated start to his rookie campaign, Dulcich's one-catch performance was a major disappointment for fantasy managers. The 6-foot-4, 245-pound tight end was unable to get anything going as Denver's offensive struggles continued in Week 10. Despite this underwhelming performance, Dulcich played 89 percent of the offensive snaps, and Russell Wilson continues to look his way. With Jerry Jeudy nursing an ankle injury, it's possible that Dulcich could be relied upon even more if the…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 11:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads team in receiving
Dulcich recorded four receptions on five targets for 87 yards in Sunday's 21-17 win over the Jaguars.
Analysis: Dulcich continued his impressive rookie season and led the Broncos in receiving yards thanks to lengthy gains of 38, 22 and 18 yards. He's also carved out a consistent role quickly in the Denver offense, commanding 17 targets combined across the first three games of his career. That production has come with both Russell Wilson and Brett Rypien under center, so Dulcich appears likely to continue to produce moving forward.
Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Remains heavily involved
Dulcich recorded six receptions on nine targets for 51 yards in Sunday's 16-9 loss to the Jets.
Analysis: Dulcich was active for his second career game and remained entrenched as Denver's top tight end. He finished tied with Courtland Sutton for second on the team with nine targets and was second only to Jerry Jeudy in receiving yards. Dulcich worked almost exclusively in short areas of the field, though he did manage a 16-yard reception late in the fourth quarter. He could lose some targets when Russell Wilson (hamstring) is able to return, but Dulcich appears to have quickly integrated himself…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 23 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in debut
Dulcich caught two of three targets for 44 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 19-16 overtime loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Dulcich operated as Denver's No. 1 tight end and was the only Broncos player to hit paydirt Monday night. The rookie was targeted in the end zone as well but was unable to reel in the contested catch. The fact that Russell Wilson (hamstring) was willing to look Dulcich's way in his first game as a rookie was a promising sign for his potential moving forward. The UCLA product impressed in camp before suffering a hamstring injury that forced him to miss the first five games of the season.…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 10:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to debut on MNF
Dulcich (hamstring) has been activated from injured reserve and will make his NFL debut Monday against the Chargers.
Analysis: Dulcich may need some time to get up to speed, but there's a clear path for the rookie to immediately carve out a prominent role in an underwhelming group of Broncos tight ends led by Eric Saubert (ankle) and Albert Okwuegbunam. Drafted in the third round out of UCLA, Dulcich had been impressing in camp prior to hurting his hamstring.
Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 12:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to debut Week 6
Head coach Nathaniel Hackett said Thursday that he hopes to have Dulcich (hamstring) back from injured reserve for the Broncos' Week 6 game against the Chargers, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: The third-round rookie out of UCLA has missed the Broncos' first five games of the season, but he was cleared to resume practicing Tuesday and looks to be making good progress in his recovery from a hamstring injury. The Broncos will presumably assess Dulcich in practices over the next three days before deciding whether he's fit to handle some snaps in Monday's game. With Albert Okwuegbunam having handled a lesser role than anticipated with Hackett at the helm, Dulcich could get the opportunity…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 13 at 11:37am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice Tuesday
The Broncos designated Dulcich (hamstring) for return from injured reserve Tuesday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: An offseason hamstring issue followed Dulcich into training camp, the preseason and eventually the regular season, forcing him to IR for Weeks 1-5. Now that he's back on the practice field, he can be activated anytime in the next 21 days, which may happen ahead of Monday's matchup with the Chargers. Whenever the rookie third-round pick returns, Dulcich will join a TE group that so far has been paced by Eric Saubert in terms of offensive snap share (47 percent), followed by Eric Tomlinson (42…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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May return soon
Dulcich (hamstring) is expected to begin practicing this week, according to head coach Nathanial Hackett, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Dulcich has been dealing with a hamstring injury since the beginning of training camp, which resulted in him being placed on IR on Aug. 30. Although there were expectations he could be available for Week 5, it did not come to be. If Dulcich is able to return to practice this week, he will need to be designated to return from IR, which would open up a three-week window for him to be moved to the active roster.
Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 11:59am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play Thursday
Dulcich (hamstring) will remain on injured reserve and won't play in Thursday's Week 5 contest against the Colts, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: There was optimism that Dulcich would be able to return for Week 5, the earliest possible season debut for the tight end after starting the campaign on IR. However, with the Broncos on a short week, Dulcich will remain sidelined for yet another contest. Once he's designated to return from IR, the rookie third-round pick will have a 21-day period before he'll need to be activated to the 53-man roster.
Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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On track for Week 5 return
Per coach Nathaniel Hackett, there's "a very high chance" that Dulcich (hamstring) will practice next week and return from injured reserve when first eligible to do so Week 5 against the Colts, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: The rookie tight end had been impressing in camp prior to getting hurt, so Dulcich could carve out a prominent role once he's back. Getting up to speed in time to face the Colts won't be easy, though, as the Broncos will have a short week of practice before playing Thursday in Week 5.
Published: Fri, Sep 30 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for IR
The Broncos will place Dulcich (hamstring) on injured reserve this week, ruling him out for four games with the expectation he'll be be ready to play Week 5, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Broncos GM George Paton said he expects the rookie tight end to be "100 percent" healthy after the four-game minimum stay on IR. It's not the kickoff to his career many hoped for when reports emerged during OTAs that Dulcich was seeing work with the starters, but it does seem he'll have chance to contribute on offense this year. The hamstring injury cost him most of training camp and all of the preseason, after initially being an issue at spring practices.
Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Could play Week 1
Coach Nathaniel Hackett said the Broncos are doing "everything they can" to get Dulcich (hamstring) on the field Week 1, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: It appears Dulcich will miss a third straight preseason game, in addition to most of training camp and part of the offseason program. He nonetheless has a shot at snaps early in the season, as the Broncos don't seem thrilled with projected starter Albert Okwuegbunam, who has spent a lot of time playing alongside backups and third-stringers this preseason. The Broncos' other tight ends are more relevant as blockers than receivers, so it'll presumably be one of the two young guys getting TE snaps…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 23 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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Out with hamstring injury
Dulchich (hamstring) isn't in uniform for Saturday's preseason game against Buffalo, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: While the rookie remains sidelined by an injury, it seems Albert Okwuegbunam still has something to prove, as the third-year tight end is in uniform while key guys like Courtland Sutton, Javonte Williams and Jerry Jeudy are being held out.
Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice
Dulcich (hamstring) missed practice Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: The 2022 third-rounder also sat out Wednesday's session, so consider Dulcich day-to-day as Saturday's preseason opener against the Cowboys approaches. When healthy, Dulcich will look to make his case to secure a key role in Denver's offense alongside returnee Albert Okwuegbunam. Tight end targets are up for grabs this season after the Broncos sent Noah Fant to the Seahawks in the trade that brought in Russell Wilson.
Published: Thu, Aug 11 at 10:42am by Rotowire.com
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No limitations at practice
Dulcich (hamstring) returned to full-speed team drills Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Dulcich took the final step after going through individual drills on consecutive days earlier in the week. His absence from the first week-plus of training camp isn't ideal, but the third-round pick still has plenty of time to make his case for a role on passing downs. Dulcich reportedly got some work with the first-team offense during offseason practices, potentially setting him up to challenge Albert Okwuegbunam for snaps and targets at tight end. A starting job would be more of a longshot,…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 4 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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Making progress with hamstring
Dulcich (hamstring) has made progress this week, going through individual drills back-to-back days, Andrew Mason of 104.3 The Fan Denver reports.
Analysis: The rookie tight end seemingly is on track to rejoin team drills soon, though head coach Nathaniel Hackett said the Broncos will be careful with him given the nature of hamstring injuries. Dulcich is in the mix for targets at tight end, though Albert Okwuegbunam is the favorite for the starting job and has clear advantages over his new teammate in terms size, speed and experience. Dulcich might be better in the short passing game, however.
Published: Wed, Aug 3 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Coach downplays absence
Coach Nathaniel Hackett isn't concerned about Dulcich's (hamstring) absence from training camp, Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports reports.
Analysis: The Broncos are taking it easy with their rookie third-round pick, and Hackett pointed out that there's still plenty of time for Dulcich to get up to speed before the regular season. Once healthy, Dulcich is expected to compete with Albert Okwuegbunam for playing time at tight end.
Published: Mon, Aug 1 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with hamstring injury
Dulcich (hamstring) will be worked back into practice slowly as he nurses an offseason hamstring injury, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Coach Nathaniel Hackett said of Dulcich's injury Wednesday, "We want to make sure he can get a certain amount of work. That's why he's just going to be on the side a little bit, and we'll slowly work him back in." It's clear the team is exercising caution with the tight end as he gets back to full strength. Denver's coaching staff seems ready to allow Dulcich to compete for top billing at the position with holdover Albert Okwuegbunam. Once the rookie is fully healthy, his athleticism and…read more
Published: Sat, Jul 30 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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Working through core-muscle injury
Dulcich missed the final week of the Broncos' OTAs as well as the team's two-practice mandatory minicamp due to a minor core muscle pull, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: The injury doesn't seem to be a major concern for Dulcich, who could be fully cleared for the start of training camp later this month. If ready to go for camp, the rookie out of UCLA should get the chance to compete for the top spot on the depth chart at tight end with holdover Albert Okwuegbunam. Even though Okwuegbunam was thought to have the No. 1 role locked down after Noah Fant was traded to the Seahawks earlier in the offseason, Dulcich and Okwuegbunam had been splitting reps with the…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 20 at 6:41am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing
Dulcich (undisclosed) was off to the side during Monday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: It's unclear what specifically is holding him back from fully participating, but it doesn't seem to be too serious because he's still working alongside the team. Dulcich earned praise from new head coach Nathaniel Hackett during OTAs, which suggests that when healthy he may be able to compete for reps at tight end behind Albert Okwuegbunam right away.
Published: Mon, Jun 13 at 11:03am by Rotowire.com
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