Broncos' Ward, Stewart expected to play in Super Bowl vs. Panthers

Denver Broncos safeties T.J. Ward and Darian Stewart are officially listed as probable for the club's Super Bowl matchup with the Carolina Panthers, indicating an expectation that both will play.

Ward and Stewart were limited to start the week of practice after being forced from the AFC title game with ankle and knee injuries, respectively.

Each had returned as full participants by Thursday's team session, however, effectively positioning both to be in the lineup Sunday.

Denver's top-ranked defense will be taking on it's most challenging opponent to date in a Panthers offense led by the NFL's presumptive MVP, Cam Newton.