ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – Denver Broncos special teams captain David Bruton suffered a dislocated left shoulder in Sunday night’s 31-24 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, and coach John Fox said the player will be listed as day to day.

Bruton suffered the injury when he was hit by Colts safety Colt Anderson during kickoff coverage on what was a second-quarter touchback on a Broncos kickoff. Bruton and Anderson had tangled during the game’s opening kick, with some pushing as the play ended.

Privately many with the Broncos were not happy with Anderson’s play since the kickoff by Broncos kicker Brandon McManus was not close to being a returnable kick. Asked about the play Monday, Broncos coach John Fox paused slightly before answering.

“Whether you like it or not, it was a legal hit,’’ Fox said. “It’s allowed in the game. I’ll leave it at that.’’

Bruton was evaluated Monday to confirm what the team’s medical staff believed the injury to be when Bruton stayed down on the ground after McManus’ kick sailed over the end zone.

“He’ll be day-to-day,’’ Fox said. “It’s not season-ending or anything of that nature. He’s doing fine today … we’ll re-evaluate it, as far as his practice availability, on Wednesday.’’

Bruton plays a variety of prominent roles on special teams, including personal protector on the punt team as well in the middle of the formation in kickoff coverage. If he either misses time, or is limited, the Broncos would have several adjustments to make.

Tight end Jacob Tamme, for example, would be the personal protector on the punt team. He filled in there after Bruton left Sunday’s game.

“It’s something that can be dealt with, obviously it’s painful,’’ Fox said. “ … Our medical people will treat it and we’ll see where he is Wednesday.’’