Summary
Denver Broncos' quarterback Bo Nix broke his ankle during a recent playoff game, pushing backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham into the spotlight for the upcoming AFC Championship. Stidham, who has played in 20 NFL games over seven seasons, is set to make his first start of the season in a high-stakes match against the New England Patriots for a spot in the Super Bowl.
Key Facts
- Bo Nix, Denver Broncos' quarterback, broke his ankle during a playoff game against the Buffalo Bills.
- Jarrett Stidham will replace Nix as the starting quarterback in the AFC Championship game.
- Stidham was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2019 and was a backup for Tom Brady.
- Stidham has played in 20 NFL games over seven seasons, with only four starts.
- The Denver Broncos are now one win away from reaching Super Bowl 60.
- In his NFL career, Stidham has completed 117 of 197 passes, with eight touchdowns and eight interceptions.
- Sean Payton is the head coach for the Denver Broncos, and he expressed confidence in Stidham's abilities.
- The New England Patriots will face the Broncos in the championship game, led by their quarterback, Drake Maye.
