Jarrett Stidham is officially Bo Nix’s backup for the Denver Broncos, but Sam Ehlinger’s path to the job may already be taking shape. Cody Roark breaks down Sean Payton’s confirmation, why Denver values Stidham’s experience, and how the Broncos’ quarterback depth chart could change after Stidham enters free agency next year.
Jarrett Stidham is officially Bo Nix’s backup for the Denver Broncos, but Sam Ehlinger’s path to the job may already be taking shape. Cody Roark breaks down Sean Payton’s confirmation, why Denver values Stidham’s experience, and how the Broncos’ quarterback depth chart could change after Stidham enters free agency next year.
The discussion covers Ehlinger’s athletic profile, gunslinger tendencies, practice development, and role as the emergency No. 3 quarterback on the 53-man roster. Could Ehlinger become the backup for the 2027 NFL season? Cody Roark also examines Denver’s confidence in its run game and defense to support Stidham if Bo Nix misses time, plus why the Broncos chose continuity in Sean Payton and Davis Webb’s complex offensive system over adding an outside quarterback.
Join Cody Roark, who is a credentialed NFL Beat Reporter covering the Denver Broncos for your daily hits of your favorite team. Locked On Broncos Hit gives Broncos Country all of the Denver Broncos news and insight they need.
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