Assuming the Denver Broncos are going to move on from Russell Wilson this offseason, the team will need a new starting quarterback in 2024.
Right now, Jarrett Stidham and Ben DiNucci are both under contract. It’s possible that Denver could also cut Stidham this spring, but today we’re going to explore several options that include keeping Stidham.
The first option would be to roll with Stidham in 2024, something Peter King thinks is a real possibility. A second option would be to sign a veteran free agent to compete with Stidham this summer.
A third option would be to draft a quarterback (perhaps 12th overall) to compete with Stidham. A fourth option would be to trade for a veteran (which doesn’t seem likely) and a fifth option would be to sign a veteran and draft a rookie.
So, what’s the best option for the Broncos in 2024? Let’s take a look at the five scenarios.
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This is a relatively affordable option for the Broncos. Stidham is set to have a salary cap hit of $7 million in 2024 and if things go poorly, Denver would have a high pick to use on a QB in the 2025 NFL draft. It’s not the most exciting or intriguing option for the Broncos, but it’s one to consider.
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The Broncos could bring in a veteran this offseason to compete with Stidham. The list of upcoming free agent QBs includes Jameis Winston (who went 5-2 with the Saints under Sean Payton), Gardner Minshew (who nearly qualified for the playoffs with the Colts in 2023), Jacoby Brissett, Tyrod Taylor and Sam Darnold. Those QBs might not excite fans in Denver, but it’s worth noting that Baker Mayfield was not an exciting name this past offseason, either, and he’s now playing in the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs. If the Broncos do bring in a vet to compete with Stidham, the team could draft another position of need at No. 12 or perhaps trade down to acquire more picks, pushing off drafting a QB until 2025.
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Alternatively, the Broncos could forego the free agent market and have Stidham serve as their vet in 2024 and draft a rookie to compete for the starting job. None of Caleb Williams, Drake Maye or Jayden Daniels are expected to fall to No. 12, but at least one of Bo Nix, Michael Penix Jr. or J.J. McCarthy could be available when the Broncos go on the clock in April. If Payton falls in…
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