Jarrett Stidham competes for backup quarterback role with Broncos
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Jarrett Stidham will compete with Sam Ehlinger for the backup quarterback position for the Denver Broncos in 2026. This follows Stidham's performance in the AFC Championship Game, where he faced challenges after Bo Nix's injury. Despite a difficult outing, Stidham has more experience with the team's system, which may give him an advantage. His salary and coaching staff's confidence are also factors in the competition for the backup role as training camp approaches.
- •Stidham faced a tough outing in the AFC Championship Game against the Patriots.
- •He has more experience in the team's system than Ehlinger.
- •Stidham's contract for 2026 is worth approximately $8 million.
- •Ehlinger accounts for $2 million against the salary cap.
- •Coaching staff has praised Stidham's skills during his time with the Broncos.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Will Jarrett Stidham be the primary backup to Bo Nix in 2026?
"Jarrett Stidham will battle against Sam Ehlinger to try and earn the backup quarterback position.
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