Denver Post beat writer Ryan O'Halloran answered a question about Drew Lock:

The Broncos, of course, want Drew Lock to succeed and the current situation — chiefly, the leaky pass protection — may be giving John Elway, Vic Fangio and Co., pause about when to start Lock. I would start Brandon Allen against the Chargers and then hand the keys to Lock for the final four games.

Obviously this is just the writer's plan, but he feels letting Lock take in a game as a backup first would be better than throwing him in a game when activated - especially with a lost season already.

Vic Fangio said Monday “all options are on the table” regarding rookie Drew Lock.

He could get his first start Sunday.

He could be Brandon Allen’s backup.

Related players: Brett Rypien

Fangio said the decision will be made in the next few days. The team has until Dec. 3 to activate Lock, who is coming off a thumb injury. The story said the team could turn to Rypien who is healthy and has practice all season.