The Facts: Following up on an ongoing story. ... HC Gary Kubiak said Monday that Ward is day-to-day with a sprained ankle.

Diehards Line:Ward started Sunday's game against the Colts and fared well until injuring the ankle. Ben Tate also played quite well, racking up 116 yards and a touchdown working in relief of Ward with Arian Foster sidelined by an injured hamstring. ... With the Week 2 status of both Foster and Ward up in the air, Tate become of even greater interest to Fantasy owners. And if both are out, Steve Slaton will get more carries behind Tate. Stay tuned for more as the week progresses.