Wattenberg, who is active, started the first 15 games of the season for the Broncos and played every snap before missing the last four weeks.

The Denver Broncos will host the New England Patriots in the AFC Championship Game on Sunday, Jan. 25, at 1 p.m. MT on CBS.

Denver also elevated wide receivers Michael Bandy and Elijah Moore from the practice squad to the active roster for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

Denver holds a 2-0 record in this uniform combination, and the Broncos most recently wore the combination in a Week 15 win over the Green Bay Packers.

"We have a locker room that's full of guys that are ready to take advantage of what's in front of us," wide receiver Courtland Sutton said. "We have a huge opportunity in front of us."

The absence of a game status indicates Bryant will be available to play on Sunday.

Relive the greatest moments from the Broncos' history in previous AFC Championship Games.

Bryant (concussion) recorded three catches for 32 yards in the Broncos' Divisional Round win despite only playing three snaps.

The Broncos' defensive coordinator has been honored on a national stage.

Two Broncos are on the shortlist for two of the NFL's prestigious year-end awards.

"My heart goes out to him and everything that he means to this team, because obviously we wouldn't be in this position without Bo," Stidham said. "… I know all of us on offense and I know the whole team, we want to go out there and make him proud this Sunday."