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Virgil reportedly requires “full” meniscus surgery, as opposed to a “trim.” That would likely knock him out for the season. Virgil wasn’t on track for an offensive role in Sean Payton’s new offense, but his loss would thin already questionable depth and create a hole on special teams.

Turner has struggled with the knee injury dating back to camp and still isn’t ready to set foot on the field against the 49ers. Cameron Fleming will protect the blindside for Russell Wilson against San Francisco’s pass rush. Also inactive for the Broncos are: WR Jalen Virgil, WR Tyrie Cleveland (hamstring), CB Darius Phillips (hamstring), S Delarrin Turner-Yell, OLB Jonathon Cooper (hamstring), and DL Eyioma Uwazurike

Hamler was ruled out on Friday and didn’t look particularly close to playing, but Nathaniel Hackett said the team was trying to avoid a setback in comments later that day. Tyrie Cleveland projects as Denver’s No. 3 wideout, but it should just serve to narrow the passing game options for Russell Wilson against the Texans. Also inactive for Denver are WR Jalen Virgil, OLB Nik Bonitto, LB Josey Jewell, OT Billy Turner, G Quinn Meinerz, and DL Eyioma Uwazurike. Randy Gregory (shoulder/knee) is active.

Virgil (6'1"/210) caught this ball about two yards in the end zone, he went to the right sideline, missed a couple of tackles, made a cut as a Hurricanes defender dived in front of him, then it was a foot race after that. This score gave the Mountaineers their only lead of the game at 14-12. Appalachian State will host Elon this Saturday 9/18.

Virgil (6'1/205) got the Mountaineers on the board with a 16-yard touchdown connection with Zac Thomas. He showed off his impressive speed again -- Virgil was ranked third on Bruce Feldman’s “freaks” list this summer because of his athleticism -- on a 100-yard kickoff return for a score. Because of his size and ability to make plays, Virgil has a good chance of being looked at in an NFL camp this summer.

Virgil’s vertical jump wasn’t the only reason why he landed so high on the list. He was also clocked at 10.29 seconds on the 100-meter dash, boasts a 10-feet, 11-inch broad jump and a bench press max of 405 pounds. As part of a loaded wide receiving corps, Virgil caught 24 passes for 383 yards and four touchdowns. He will once again be a key contributor in the passing game for the Sun Belt champions.

Virgil (6'1/210) didn’t get the glory of two touchdowns like teammate Thomas Hennigan, but he did manage to lead the team in receiving yards for their season finale. Though Virgil only caught 21 passes this year, he is a vital complementary piece to Appalachian State’s offense. He is one of many juniors who will return as seniors next year, giving the Mountaineers’ offense massive potential to take over the conference (well, again).

Virgil didn’t lead the Mountaineers in catches (Tim Hennigan, 11) or touchdowns (Malik Williams with two), but it is the best game of the season for the 6-foot-1, 210-pound junior; or at least the best since his 3-86-2 game against Charlotte way back on September 7. Virgil has picked up just 20 catches on the year, but he does have four touchdowns now for the 11-1 Mountaineers. We’ll see if he’s this involved next Saturday when Virgil and Appalachian State square off with Louisiana in the conference championship game.

Virgil (6'1/210) has only caught eight passes this season, but he has tended to make the most of his opportunities. The junior wide receiver, who is one of the fastest players in college football, is averaging 18.4 yards per reception. Counting Saturday’s output, Virgil has scored a total of four touchdowns (three receiving, one rushing) on ten touches (eight receptions, two rushes) this season. Next up for Virgil and his teammates is a game at South Alabama next weekend.

Virgil (6'1/206) is one of the best athletes in the Sun Belt -- and all of college football, really -- and he showed off his speed on Saturday. He connected with Zac Thomas on a 73-yard strike in this one, and he also found the end zone on a 10-yard strike. Virgil should remain the go-to player in this passing attack, and the Mountaineers will need him to have a big game in two weeks when Appalachian State faces off against UNC.