Broncos' QB Battle: Stidham or Ehlinger?

0:00On April 4th, the Denver Broncos are rolling into the 2026 season with a solid quarterback setup thanks to Bo Nick's getting back to full strength after that broken ankle last year. They've got Jared Stidham and Sam Ellinger as reliable backups, but the team might shop one of them this off-season to shake things up. Earlier this week, Sean Payton made it clear Stidham will battle Ellinger for the number two spot this summer. Other teams are already sniffing around, especially for Stidham, according to reports from the athletic. Fans and insiders are buzzing about the Broncos high pain of Ellinger, even though he's third on the depth chart right now. He's shown real loyalty and fits their vibe, which could give him an edge, despite less experience. Stidham brings more polish and payton system from real games, but Ellinger's quick feet and playmaking on the run make this a legit competition. Meanwhile, squads like the New York Jets, Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, and Los Angeles Rams need backup help and might dangle draft picks. Keep an eye on this as training camp heats up, whether

1:02through a trade or the battle in camp, Nix could have a fresh face behind him come next season.