Denver Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning is getting a second opinion on his injured foot from specialist Robert Anderson, head coach Gary Kubiak confirmed Monday.

Kubiak also announced that Brock Osweiler would start Sunday against the New England Patriots.

Manning is mired in the worst campaign of his career, with nine touchdowns against a league-high 17 interceptions. Kubiak wouldn't indicate whether Manning would practice this week, and Osweiler appears to be the Broncos' starter for the foreseeable future.

"We encourage all our players to get a second opinion on those types of things," Kubiak said of Manning's decision to visit Anderson.

The Broncos' head coach also indicated that Manning's status would be determined "day to day, week to week".

Osweiler was excellent in Manning's absence, going 20-of-27 for two touchdowns and zero interceptions in a 17-15 victory over the Chicago Bears.

Manning did not travel with the team to Chicago, but Kubiak indicated that the five-time MVP is doing his best to return to form.

"Peyton is frustrated by the fact that he's injured," Kubiak said. "He is doing everything he can possibly do to get himself healthy."