Broncos' DeMarcus Ware: Should be cleared Friday

Ware (back) should be medically cleared Friday, Troy Renck of the Denver Post reports.

Analysis:

Even after he is cleared, Ware may wait a few weeks before he starts working out with the team. Given that he's about to turn 34 and is coming off an injury-plagued season, the cautious approach comes as no surprise. Speaking earlier this summer, Broncos GM John Elway admitted that Ware's lingering back injury is a concern. 2015 first-round selection Shane Ray could take on a larger role if Ware is absent/limited during the regular season.