Nix is expected to require 12 weeks to heal after undergoing surgery Tuesday to repair his broken right ankle, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

According to Schefter, Nix will be barred from putting weight on his right ankle for the next four weeks following surgery, and he'll then need around eight weeks to complete the rehab process before he's ready to resume on-field work. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network adds that Nix received good news upon undergoing surgery, as his injured ankle had "limited ligament damage and no joint surface damage." Given the estimated recovery timeline, Nix doesn't look like he'll be available for the start of Denver's offseason program, though he could be fully cleared for OTAs and minicamp in the late spring. With Nix sidelined for the duration of the Broncos' playoff run, Jarrett Stidham will step in as the team's starting quarterback in Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Patriots.

The Broncos activated Wattenberg (shoulder) from injured reserve Saturday.

Wattenberg is still listed as questionable to play in Sunday's elimination game, but the activation from injured reserve is a strong sign that the center will be able to suit up. With Alex Forsyth (ankle) also listed as questionable, the Broncos likely want to have every possible offensive lineman available on the active roster.

The Broncos elevated Bandy from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

Bandy played in four regular-season games for 16 offensive snaps, totalling four receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown on four targets. Bandy will join fellow wide receiver Elijah Moore as a depth option at receiver, elevated as a precaution for a scenario where Troy Franklin (hamstring) potentially cannot suit up for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Patriots.

The Patriots placed Gregory (knee) on injured reserve Saturday.

It is unclear when Gregory suffered his knee injury, but the depth option at nose tackle has officially had his season ended. Gregory accumulated eight tackles, including one solo tackle, over seven games this season. In a corresponding move, the Patriots activated wide receiver Mack Hollins from injured reserve to suit up in Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Broncos.

The Patriots elevated Johnson from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

With Terrell Jennings (concussion) staying on injured reserve, Johnson will once again be elevated to provide depth behind running backs Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson for Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Broncos. The No. 3 running back did not have an offensive touch in last Sunday's win over the Texans, but he returned two kickoffs for 47 yards.

The Seahawks elevated Jones from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

Jones will join George Holani and Cam Akers as a backup to Kenneth Walker for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Rams. The elevation likely comes due to the absence of Zach Charbonnet (ACL), who suffered a season-ending injury in last Saturday's win over the 49ers. The 28-year-old Jones has played just 20 offensive snaps this year, with 11 coming in last week's win.

The Seahawks elevated Akers from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic reports.

With Zach Charbonnet (ACL) out for the remainder of the season, George Holani, Velus Jones and Akers will be called upon for supplemental snaps at running back behind starter Kenneth Walker in Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Rams. As a former Ram with the most postseason experience of the three backs, Akers may see the first playing opportunity when Walker needs rest.

The Patriots cut Sherfield from the practice squad Saturday.

Sherfield was not elevated for last Sunday's playoff win over the Texans. The wide receiver was likely signed to bolster depth due to the injury to Mack Hollins (abdomen). The 29-year-old Sherfield could be signed to the practice squad of any team that is still in Super Bowl contention, depending on receiver needs that may develop after Sunday's games.

The Broncos elevated Moore from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

Moore will receive his first elevation as a Bronco, and Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Patriots could be his first game action since he played for the Bills in a Week 12 loss to the Texans. The wide receiver will serve as a depth option if Troy Franklin (hamstring) cannot play. If Franklin is ruled out, Moore will operate as the No. 5 receiver behind Courtland Sutton, Pat Bryant, Marvin Mims and Lil'Jordan Humphrey.

Farmer (hamstring) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's AFC Championship Game against the Broncos.

Farmer will be ruled out of Sunday's game despite logging full participation in practice every day this week. The rookie defensive end may have a chance to return to the active roster for the Super Bowl if the Patriots can beat the Broncos this weekend. The main edge production in Sunday's contest will come from starters Christian Barmore and Milton Williams.