Alfonzo Dennard not expected to play against Broncos, maybe longer

[Kontradiction]

I think there is a common belief that due to the recent surgery, albeit minor, Dennard will not be cleared for live game contact.

They didn't practice in pads this week, did they? I'm thinking that Belichick is just taking advantage of the limited practice time with Dennard, nothing more. There could be the added benefit to screwing with DEN's preparation too, making them cover all their bases I suppose.

We'll have to see how it plays out Sunday, and I'm still holding out hope, but there is definitely sound reasoning for those who predicted that he wouldn't play.

That's what I'm thinking as well. He might have been cleared for lateral movement and to practice on it, but might not be cleared for full contact. It would be awesome if he could play this weekend, but I'm not expecting it.