Broncos Sign Veteran Quarterback Before Patriots Game

Broncos Sign Veteran Quarterback Before Patriots Game

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Key Points:

  • Bo Nix, the Denver Broncos quarterback, will miss the AFC Championship Game against the New England Patriots due to an ankle injury requiring surgery.
  • Jarrett Stidham is expected to start for the Broncos, with Sam Ehlinger as the backup quarterback, prompting Denver to sign veteran Ben DiNucci to the practice squad as emergency depth.
  • Ben DiNucci, who has minimal NFL starting experience and previously spent time with multiple teams including the Broncos and Cowboys, was signed just before the AFC Championship Game.
  • The Patriots are favored to win the game, as the Broncos face challenges with key quarterback injuries and limited playing time from their starters this season.
  • Stidham, a former Patriots draft pick, has not thrown