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May 23, 2024; Englewood, CO, USA; Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton addresses the media after organized team activities at Centura Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
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Who will be replacing Russell Wilson and become the Denver Broncos QB1? Last month, coach Sean Payton said that he is more interested in getting the right starter than revealing the name too early. Probably this month too, at least for now, he is following the same ideology.
In a recent press conference at training camp, which began on July 24, in Denver, head coach Payton was asked about the possibility of choosing QB1 for his Orange team. But, according to Denver reporter, Zac Stevens, the 60-year-old isn’t stressing over the quarterback competition.
Sean Payton doesn’t stress over the QB competition:
“I don’t think I stress over it, but I focus on it and pay attention closely to it.”
— Zac Stevens (@ZacStevensDNVR) July 25, 2024
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Payton said, “I don’t think I stress over it, but I focus on it and pay attention closely to it.” This means, the QB competition is being closely scrutinized by the HC, as the team has started its final analysis on the 3-way QB1 battle. And According to the coach, the Broncos’ first-round pick in the 2024 NFL draft, Bo Nix, is surprisingly not guaranteed the starting quarterback position.
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Who should be the Broncos' starting QB?
Russell Wilson
Bo Nix
Jarrett Stidham
Do you think Kirby Smart's bold move will dethrone Alabama from the No. 1 spot?
Absolutely
No way
It's possible
Only time will tell
Whats your Perspective on:
Can Bo Nix really be the savior the Broncos need, or is this just wishful thinking?
Have an interesting take?
How do you feel about Deion Sanders Jr.'s next steps after his brothers' separation from Coach Prime's team?
Excited
Worried
Indifferent
Curious
Do you think Jordan Addison can redeem himself with a stellar season?
Absolutely
Maybe
Not a chance
Only time will tell
Despite being a highly-touted draft pick, Nix will compete with Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson for the top spot. For this, Payton emphasized that all three quarterbacks will receive reps during training camp, just as they did in offseason workouts. As a result, this approach will ensure fair competition and help determine who truly deserves the QB1 role. But now the question is till when the QB1 will be announced?
For this query, the coach has already replied that, “Obviously, it won’t stay that way for the long term, but as we get started, we’ll keep you posted. And eventually, we’ll settle into the routine we want.”
When a team picks a quarterback early in the first round, it’s usually assumed he’ll be the starter. However, Payton isn’t making any promises about Bo Nix. As well as he hasn’t shared how he’ll determine which quarterback will lead, keeping the competition open and fair.
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Who has the chance to be the QB1?
What’s your perspective on:
Can Bo Nix really be the savior the Broncos need, or is this just wishful thinking?
Have an interesting take?
Coach Sean Payton is taking an unconventional approach to the Broncos’ quarterback situation. Instead of naming Bo Nix, as the starting QB, he’s having him compete with Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson. He is keeping the competition open, saying they’ll see how things evolve during camp. But when we talk about the chances, Nix, with his impressive college record and maturity, is already getting high praise from Payton.
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In fact, the coach even compared him to Drew Brees (the quarterback he coached for 15 seasons with the New Orleans Saints). Therefore, despite the competition, many believe Nix is the favorite of Denver currently. On the other hand, Stidham knows Payton’s system well, having played under him last season. Wheares Wilson, recently acquired from the Jets, is considered the underdog as of now, which means he is likely to take the QB3 spot.
The Broncos have struggled with consistency at quarterback since Peyton Manning retired, and they’ve cycled through 14 different starters since 2016. Finding a stable QB is crucial for their rebuilding efforts, and all eyes are on Nix to possibly fill that role and lead the team back to success.
Debate
Can Bo Nix really be the savior the Broncos need, or is this just wishful thinking?