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Drew Brees reaches out to Broncos amid quarterback injury situation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 7:23 PM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Drew Brees reaches out to Broncos amid quarterback injury situation

Summary

Drew Brees contemplated a comeback to the NFL after Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix was injured during the playoffs. Brees contacted former Saints coaches Pete Carmichael and Joe Lombardi, now with Denver, to ask if they needed him. He later attempted to test his arm strength but found physical limitations made a return unrealistic. Ultimately, the Broncos proceeded with Jarrett Stidham as their starter for the AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots.

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•Brees reached out after Bo Nix's injury during playoffs.
•He texted Broncos coaches Pete Carmichael and Joe Lombardi.
•Brees tested his throwing ability but faced physical limitations.
•Denver turned to Jarrett Stidham for the AFC Championship Game.

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7:23 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Are You Serious?’ — Drew Brees Reveals Broncos’ Reaction to His Shock Offer

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Drew Brees never expected to actually return to the NFL; however, when Bo Nix went down during the playoffs, the idea suddenly crossed his mind. The Hall of Fame quarterback was already retired, yet the situation in the Denver Broncos was unusual enough for him to at least wonder whether he could help head coach […] The post ‘Are You Serious?’ — Drew Brees Reveals Broncos’ Reaction to His Shock Offer appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
— Yahoo Sports

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