Is Courtland Sutton playing today? Why Broncos WR is off to slow start in AFC title game

Courtland Sutton was once again the No. 1 weapon in the Denver Broncos' passing attack this season.

Sutton finished tops on the team with 74 catches for 1,017 receiving yards and seven touchdowns. The 1,000-yard campaign was his second straight and the third of his career.

However, Sutton is off to a lackluster start in the AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots. Here's why.

Is Courtland Sutton playing today?

Yes, Sutton is active and healthy, he just hasn't gotten going yet.

Denver's first drive didn't provide much of an opportunity for anyone to get going, as the Broncos went three-and-out.

We wouldn't be surprised if its tough sledding for Sutton in this game, as he's catching passes from Jarrett Stidham instead of Bo Nix and the veteran wideout doesn't have any experience with the veteran signal-caller.

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