Broncos Set for Critical QB Battle in Preseason Opener as Bo Nix Sits
Summary
The Denver Broncos will play the Atlanta Falcons in their preseason opener, but starting quarterback Bo Nix will not play due to recovery from ankle surgery. The game will be a key chance for backup quarterbacks Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger to compete for the backup job while Nix prepares to return in upcoming games.Key Facts
- The Broncos face the Falcons Friday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in their preseason opener.
- Head coach Sean Payton said starters will only play about 15 plays each.
- Bo Nix, the team's main quarterback, will sit out this game because of right ankle surgery.
- Nix previously missed the AFC Championship Game due to the same injury.
- Backup quarterbacks Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger will split playing time in this game.
- Stidham is expected to start against Atlanta.
- The backup quarterback role is important because Nix’s injury last season hurt the Broncos’ playoff chances.
- The Broncos return 20 of 22 starters from last season’s team that went 14-3 and earned the AFC’s top seed.
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