LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe
The Broncos have decided to sit Kotoni Staggs out of the upcoming game against the Cowboys, despite hopes that he would be ready to play after being named in the extended squad.
Staggs, who missed the opening two rounds due to a hip issue, trained this week but it was determined that he is not quite ready to return to play.
Broncos coach Michael Maguire stated, "Kotoni won't play but he will be in the 19-man squad." He added, "We have done a lot of work to get him to this point but I feel at this present moment with where Kotoni is at, I will keep him on edge there." Staggs is expected to make his comeback in the upcoming derby against the Dolphins.
The Cowboys, who have suffered back-to-back losses to start the season, will face the Broncos without Staggs in the lineup.
The decision to hold Staggs out of the game was made to ensure his full recovery and readiness for future matches.
Despite missing Staggs, the Broncos remain optimistic about their chances in the upcoming clash.
Staggs, a star centre for the Broncos, has been dealing with a hip issue that has kept him sidelined for the early part of the season.
The team has been working diligently to help him recover, and while he is in good shape, it was decided that he should not rush back to play just yet.
This decision aims to prioritize Staggs' long-term health and ensure that he is fully fit to compete in future games.
The news of Staggs sitting out of the Cowboys clash comes as a disappointment to fans who were hopeful for his return.
However, the team remains confident in their ability to secure a win without him and are looking forward to having him back on the field for the highly anticipated derby against the Dolphins.