The Denver Broncos are dealing with a serious injury as cornerback Chris Harris Jr. is dealing with a serious shoulder problem. Harris is the team's top, and only starting-caliber slot corner, so his availability would be crucial against the New England Patriots and their usage of interior receivers.
While Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman spends half of his time outside of the slot, fellow receiver Danny Amendola spends the majority of his time inside. Regardless, the Patriots will have a starting caliber receiver on the inside that would take advantage of any injury to Harris.