John Leyba, The Denver Post
Broncos defensive end Jared Crick suffered a back injury during training camp. 
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Injuries ravaged the Broncos’ defense during training and preseason and they entered Monday’s opener thin on the line. Starting end (back) and reserve Zach Kerr (knee) were both ruled out Friday and were among the team’s seven inactives.
Their absences moved , a second-year end, into the starting lineup and prompted the team to promote rookie Tyrique Jarrett from the practice squad in place of Kyle Peko, who was waived Saturday and signed to the practice squad Monday after clearing waivers. Jarrett and Shelby Harris served as the lone reserves against the Chargers.
Also among the inactives were running back , who is recovering from wrist surgery; and quarterback , who has a right shoulder sprain; cornerback , guard and wide receiver .
