The Broncos coach, Sean Payton, is reportedly considering making a major change to his squad! During a Christmas game, the Broncos lost by a score of 23-16 to the New England Patriots, jeopardizing their playoff hopes. As a result of this loss and another one before it, Sean Payton is considering benching his star QB, Russell Wilson. However, this decision could leave Wilson’s future with the team uncertain.
Initially, it was believed that the Denver Broncos were planning to cut Russell Wilson because they didn’t want to pay him additional money for his contract. However, Sean Payton has clarified that this move isn’t for financial reasons. Instead, the team is making this decision to prepare for a favorable outcome in the future. The head coach emphasized this decision during their recent press conference.
Sean Payton is determined to seek victory!
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As the “spark-seeking” change in team setup paved the way to an abrupt speculation, Sean Payton finally made his point crystal clear. During a recent interview, he expressed that the Broncos’ offensive performance is lacking and needs to be improved. The 59-year-old even acknowledged that he understood the speculation surrounding the team. But later he added,” “We’re desperately trying to win.” According to Sean Payton, the team needs a “spark offensively.”
While being interviewed, Payton was asked about the faults in Russell Wilson’s performance that prompted his change, and he went on to explain that their offense has been significantly impacted as their primary objective is to score touchdowns.
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Moreover, there are only two games left that can make or break the Broncos’ journey to the playoffs. It looks like HC Sean Payton is planning to bring Jarett Stidham as the Denver Broncos’ new starting QB. Moreover, it seems Payton is pretty confident in his talent.
The Broncos’ backbone trusts Stidham’s ability!
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The Denver Broncos signed Jarrett Stidham to a two-year deal worth $10 million during the offseason. Stidham started his NFL career as a successor to Tom Brady, picked 133rd overall by the New England Patriots. He was later drafted by the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 17 of the 2022 season. Jarrett Stidham will be the starting QB for the Broncos, making it his third team as a starter.
Stidham has thrown six touchdowns and seven interceptions in his three years as a starter in the NFL. Despite this, Payton, the coach of the Broncos, seems to be impressed with Stidham’s performance with his previous teams.
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Sean Payton has also noticed Jarrett Stidham’s excellent performance during Broncos preseason practice. He said, “He is a guy that I’m anxious to see play.” What are your thoughts on that?