The Denver Broncos found themselves in a quarterback quandary towards the end of the 2023 season. In 2022, they traded picks and players for Russell Wilson, but benched him for the last two games of 2023.
After Wilson was released, he joined the Pittsburgh Steelers, leaving the Broncos scrambling. The team drafted Bo Nix from Oregon, but Coach Payton has yet to name him as the starting quarterback.
Payton discussed the quarterback situation with reporters, mentioning he has a loose deadline a week before the first game. He trusts his gut but won’t reveal his pick just yet.
Although Jarrett Stidham has more experience, Nix still has a shot at being the starter. Payton will take his time assessing the quarterbacks in preseason and training camp before making a decision.
After the Wilson debacle, Payton is cautious about rushing the decision. He believes in making the right choice at the right time. Considering their current options, the Broncos might need to look at signing a veteran like Ryan Tannehill to strengthen the quarterback lineup.