Denver Broncos running back Melvin Gordon could very well be ready in time for their Week 17 showdown with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Gordon, who is dealing with thumb and hip injuries and was limited in practice throughout the week, has been listed as questionable for the must-win game. However, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the Broncos have already decided to play the star RB.

This is certainly an encouraging update for the Broncos, especially since they need all the help they can get to keep their playoff hopes alive. They are currently bottom of the AFC West with a 7-8 record, but all hope is not lost if they can win their final two games.

Of course a lot of things have to go their way to stay in the playoff race, but they can only focus on what they can control: winning their own games.

Melvin Gordon's presence certainly helps them in that bid. While the veteran running back hasn't scored in his last two games with the Broncos, he remains a threat who can explode any time. He did rush for two touchdowns in their Week 14 win over the Detroit Lions, after all.

Hopefully Gordon doesn't suffer any setback heading to the Sunday game. Denver fans would undoubtedly want to see their team compete in full health and show what they got.