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Broncos assess quarterbacks since Peyton Manning's retirement

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 8:04 PM

Last updated Jun 15, 2026

Broncos assess quarterbacks since Peyton Manning's retirement

Summary

The Denver Broncos have struggled with quarterback stability since Peyton Manning's retirement in 2015. Over the past few seasons, they have cycled through 14 quarterbacks, but only eight have started since 2020. The latest addition, Bo Nix, is seen as a potential franchise quarterback, while Kendall Hinton remains notable for stepping in during a COVID-19 crisis in 2020. Recent performances from Jeff Driskel, Jarrett Stidham, and others highlight ongoing challenges as the team seeks a reliable starter.

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•Kendall Hinton was a last-minute starter in 2020 due to COVID-19 protocols.
•Jeff Driskel had limited success, starting only one game for Denver.
•Jarrett Stidham posted solid numbers in his appearances but struggled in the postseason.
•The Broncos featured 14 quarterbacks from 2015 until Bo Nix's signing in 2024.

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In 2015, Peyton Manning played his last year of football with the Denver Broncos. Then, in 2024, they found their new franchise quarterback in Bo Nix. Between those years, they found themselves in quarterback purgatory, bouncing from placeholders to busts to under-performers. In that span, 14 different quarterbacks tried to become the next Denver staple, […] The post Ranking Every Broncos Starting Quarterback Since 2020 appeared first on The Lead.
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