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Fantasy Player Profile Mike Purcell

  • Mike Purcell
  • DL #98
  • Mike
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@LAC: #17 vs opposing DL - 15.04 FPA
Bye Week9Rank162% Rostered-% Change-WK 13 Pts1.50WK 14 Proj. Pts1.98
2023 Fantasy Stats
   Fantasy
WkOppResultsPts
1LV
Loss, 16-17
0.50
2WAS
Loss, 33-35
0.00
3@MIA
Loss, 20-70
0.50
4@CHI
Win, 31-28
0.00
5NYJ
Loss, 21-31
3.00
6@KC
Loss, 8-19
2.50
7GB
Win, 19-17
1.50
8KC
Win, 24-9
1.00
9Bye  0.00
10@BUF
Win, 24-22
0.00
11MIN
Win, 21-20
0.50
12CLE
Win, 29-12
3.00
13@HOU
Loss, 17-22
1.50
14@LAC
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
0.00
15@DET
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
0.00
16NE
Sun 5:15 pmGet Tickets
0.00
17LAC
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
0.00
18@LV
TBDGet Tickets
0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
  TacklesTurnoverFantasy
WkOppTotSckIntFrc FumFum RecPts
1LV,
L 16-17
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2WAS,
L 33-35
-----0.00
3@MIA,
L 20-70
-----0.50
4@CHI,
W 31-28
-----0.00
5NYJ,
L 21-31
2----3.00
6@KC,
L 8-19
1----2.50
7GB,
W 19-17
-----1.50
8KC,
W 24-9
1----1.00
9Bye-----0.00
10@BUF,
W 24-22
-----0.00
11MIN,
W 21-20
-----0.50
12CLE,
W 29-12
----13.00
13@HOU,
L 17-22
1----1.50
14@LAC,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
15@DET,
Sat 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
16NE,
Sun 5:15 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
17LAC,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
-----0.00
18@LV,
TBDGet Tickets
-----0.00
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News

  • Playing Sunday

    Purcell (ribs) will play in Sunday's game against the Jets, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: The backup nose tackle missed the Broncos' Week 4 win over the Bears after suffering his injury during the team's Week 3 loss to the Dolphins. Purcell has two tackles in the three games in which he's played.

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Out Sunday

    Purcell (ribs) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: The 32-year-old missed the entire week of practice after suffering a rib injury during Denver's Week 3 loss to Miami, so it's no surprise he's been ruled out this Sunday. Purcell is listed as the team's backup nose tackle and he's only recorded two total tackles through three games, making this a relatively small loss for the Broncos' defense.

    Published: Fri, Sep 29 at 5:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to roll for Week 3

    Purcell (ankle) is active for Sunday's matchup against Miami.

    Analysis: Purcell didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday before logging a limited session Friday, so it's surprising to see the veteran cleared to suit up. He played a rotational role during the first two games of the campaign and figures to see around 20 defensive snaps versus the Dolphins.

    Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Rejoins Denver

    Purcell signed with the Broncos on Thursday after being released by the team on Tuesday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The move coincides with cornerback K'Waun Williams, safety P.J. Locke and tackle Alex Palczewski all being placed on injured reserve. Purcell played in all 17 games last season for the Broncos, registering 45 tackles (21 solo) and 1.5 sacks.

    Published: Thu, Aug 31 at 3:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Denver

    The Broncos released Purcell on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Purcell underwent knee surgery during the offseason and began training camp on the active/non-football injury list. However, he passed his physical last week and was activated by Denver. The 32-year-old couldn't secure a spot on the 53-man roster but will seek out opportunities elsewhere now that he's healthy.

    Published: Tue, Aug 29 at 5:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Passes physical, off NFI list

    Purcell (knee) passed his physical and was activated from the active/non-football injury list Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

    Analysis: Purcell began training camp on the active/non-football injury list while rehabbing from offseason knee surgery, but it appears he's getting close to full strength with the regular season just over two weeks away. Despite batting the lingering knee issue, Purcell appeared in all 17 games last year and figures to garner a similar rotational role in 2023.

    Published: Wed, Aug 23 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on NFI list

    Purcell (knee) was placed on the active/non-football injury list Sunday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Purcell played through a knee injury last season and ended up undergoing minor offseason surgery to repair it. However, it appears the 32-year-old is still recovering from the procedure, which also forced him to miss OTAs earlier this spring. He will be eligible to return once he can pass a physical.

    Published: Sun, Jul 23 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting out OTAs

    Purcell is being held out of OTAs as he recovers from minor offseason knee surgery, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Purcell appeared in all 17 games for the Broncos last season, so it's unlikely his offseason procedure will cause him to miss much time, although it's not yet clear if he'll be available at the start of training camp. When healthy, Purcell should play a significant role in the team's defensive line rotation.

    Published: Thu, May 25 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active for Week 8

    Purcell (knee) will play in Sunday's Week 8 game versus the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Purcell was limited this week at practice while nursing a hamstring issue, but he was able to log a full session Friday and is ready to go for Sunday's contest. The defensive tackle matched his season high with five tackles in Week 7 against the Jets, and he is now up to 22 total tackles -- including 1.5 sacks -- on the campaign over seven games.

    Published: Fri, Oct 28 at 8:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Records first sack of season

    Purcell recorded five solo tackles and one sack during Sunday's 11-10 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Purcell chased Jimmy Garoppolo out of the back of the end zone in the third quarter to notch his first sack of the campaign and a pivotal safety for the Broncos. It was the undrafted defensive tackle's third-career sack across seven seasons.

    Published: Wed, Sep 28 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back at practice

    Purcell (undisclosed) participated in team drills during mandatory minicamp, Ben Swanson of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Purcell was sidelined for OTAs at the end of April due to an undisclosed injury, but as expected, the veteran defensive tackle has moved past the minor issue quickly. Purcell notched 33 tackles across 13 appearances last season and will likely garner a similar role in 2022.

    Published: Fri, Jun 17 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Follow-up surgery approaching

    Purcell is set to undergo a follow-up surgery in about a month to have a plate and several screws removed from his foot, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Less than a month after iinking a three-year, $11.5 million contract extension in October, Purcell suffered a Lisfranc injury Week 7 against the Chiefs that would keep him out for the remainder of 2020. Before getting hurt, Purcell collected 15 tackles and a sack over his first six appearances after posting career highs in tackles (48) and tackles for loss (eight) during his debut season with the Broncos in 2019. Following his upcoming procedure in March, the 29-year-old is expected to need…read more

    Published: Wed, Feb 17 at 5:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sporting leg accessory

    Purcell was seen at Wednesday's practice with a scooter elevating his surgically repaired foot, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Purcell has resided on injured reserve since Oct. 27 with the foot issue and is not expected to return to the lineup this season. This news re-affirms the notion that Purcell won't return this season, as Sylvester Williams will continue to operate as the team's starting nose tackle.

    Published: Wed, Nov 18 at 4:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Moves to injured reserve

    Purcell (foot) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Coach Vic Fangio said after Sunday's loss to the Chiefs the 29-year-old was out for the season, so it was only a matter of time before he shifted to injured reserve. Purcell was playing the highest snap share of his career and had 15 total tackles and one sack prior to the Lisfranc injury.

    Published: Tue, Oct 27 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will be shut down for season

    Purcell suffered a Lisfarnc injury in his foot during Sunday's loss to the Chiefs and will miss the rest of the season, Ryan O'Halloran of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: Purcell has been a steady contributor for the Broncos this year, consistently handling a starting workload on a defense that ranks ninth in the league by allowing just 109 rushing yards per game. He's produced 15 tackles and a sack in the process. Purcell is the second starting Broncos defensive lineman to go down for the season, as Jurrell Casey (biceps) was shut down after Week 3. This could have major ramifications for the Broncos' defense, but rookie McTelvin Agim will step into a starting…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out with foot injury

    Purcell will not return to Sunday's game against the Chiefs due to a foot injury, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

    Analysis: Purcell was forced out of action early in the third quarter. With McTelvin Agim (healthy scratch) inactive, the Broncos could have to rely on DeMarcus Walker or Dre'Mont Jones to slot into the interior of the defensive line.

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to rock

    Purcell (knee) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Purcell practiced on a limited basis all week, so the fact that he's able to suit up is a positive sign. Now that the 29-year-old is healthy enough to play, he'll likely assume his usual starting role at nose tackle for Week 6.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Purcell (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: Purcell was limited in practice all week, and he's trending up after practicing just one day last week. The 29-year-old nose tackle has accrued 13 tackles and a sack through four games, and if he's ultimately ruled out, McTelvin Agim is expected to start in Purcell's place.

    Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 3:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered questionable

    Purcell (knee) is questionable for Monday's game versus the Patriots, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

    Analysis: Purcell didn't practice all week until Saturday, when he was a limited participant, so perhaps the extra day of rest will be enough for the 29-year-old to suit up against the Patriots. He handles a considerable workload at nose tackle, but if he can't get healthy in time, expect McTelvin Agim to bump into a starting role.

    Published: Sat, Oct 10 at 6:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks extension with Broncos

    Purcell signed a three-year contract extension with the Broncos on Tuesday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: The official numbers are still uncertain, but Purcell will stick in his home state through the 2023 season. The 29-year-old nose tackle has recorded 13 tackles (nine solo) and a sack through four games while consistently playing at least 60 percent of the team's defensive snaps.

    Published: Tue, Oct 6 at 1:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy for Friday's practice

    Purcell (calf) returned to practice Friday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Analysis: Purcell's injury was minor since he missed only a few days of practice, so the starting nose tackle will resume preparing for the 2020 season. The 29-year-old played 13 games for the Broncos in 2019, recording 48 tackles.

    Published: Fri, Aug 28 at 7:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses second straight practice

    Purcell (calf) did not practice Tuesday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Purcell has now missed back-to-back practice sessions. The Broncos will count on him as a key starter and run defender when healthy. Purcell's lack of upside as a pass rusher leaves him with minimal IDP value in most fantasy formats.

    Published: Tue, Aug 25 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially signs contract tender

    Purcell officially signed his contract tender with the Broncos on Saturday.

    Analysis: Denver placed a second-round tender on Purcell in March, but no teams were willing to put up the asking price to provide an offer sheet, so he'll be staying in the Mile High City. The 29-year-old didn't record any sacks over 13 games in 2019, but he had a career-high 48 tackles (28 solo) and was a major factor in the Broncos' run defense.

    Published: Sat, Apr 18 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Figures to keep starting spot

    Following the acquisition of Jurrell Casey, Purcell figures to hold onto the starting nose-tackle spot heading into camp, Benjamin Allbright of KOA Colorado reports.

    Analysis: The Broncos' entire starting defensive line hit free agency to start the league year and all options appeared to be on the table, including signing former Texans' nose tackle D.J. Reader, now with the Bengals. The Broncos ultimately tendered Purcell and traded for Casey, who can play up and down the line, but figures to play end opposite sophomore Dre'Mont Jones on base downs. Denver will almost certainly look for additional reinforcements in free agency and the draft, but it'll be tough to…read more

    Published: Thu, Mar 19 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealt contract tender

    The Broncos extended a second-round tender to Purcell on Wednesday, Adam Schefter reports.

    Analysis: Purcell proved himself to be one of the most consistent run defenders in the league last season, recording 48 total tackles across 13 games. Assuming no other club is willing to match the asking price of a second-round pick, Purcell will be in store for regular snaps along Denver's defensive front in 2020.

    Published: Wed, Mar 18 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shores up defense in 2019

    Purcell ended the 2019 season with 48 total tackles.

    Analysis: Playing the nose, Purcell was seldom in position to rack up tackles, but his insertion into the lineup in Week 5 -- along with adding Alexander Johnson and moving Shelby Harris to defensive end -- has been credited with plugging up the Broncos' leaky run defense. Denver surrendered 147.3 rushing yards per game during the season's first four games with Purcell playing as a reserve and 99.5 yards per game thereafter, including impressive efforts against premium backs such as Dalvin Cook, Derrick…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 26 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared Sunday

    Purcell (ribs) returned to Sunday's game against the Vikings, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Purcell suffered the injury in the first quarter but, after receiving extra treatment, made his return to the field. Now that he's back, expect the Wyoming product to resume his usual role as the team's starting nose tackle.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaves with injury

    Purcell was forced out of Sunday's game against the Vikings with a rib injury, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Broncos will have to carry on without their starting nose tackle. Purcell recorded 18 tackles over the last five games, and the team now has just four healthy defensive linemen. Either Dre'Mont Jones or Adam Gotsis figure to bump to the interior in Purcell's place.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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