Report: Broncos' Ward re-aggravated ankle injury, will play in Super Bowl
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Denver Broncos safety T.J. Ward re-aggravated an ankle sprain during Sunday's AFC Championship Game but will play in Super Bowl 50, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
Ward recorded six tackles against the New England Patriots, and is an imperative part of the Broncos' secondary. The 29-year-old amassed 61 tackles and two forced fumbled in 12 games.
Ward will be tasked with eliminating the Carolina Panthers' deep routes during the Super Bowl, and will be counted upon to play a secondary role in the team's run game.
Prior to both of the Broncos' playoff contests, Ward was listed as probable on the injury report with the sprain.