For the Denver Broncos in the NFL’s postseason, this Sunday’s AFC Championship Game will have a very surprising starting quarterback under center. Jarrett Stidham, a former New England Patriots fourth‑round pick in 2019, is set to make his first start of the season in one of the biggest games of the year.
Stidham’s rise to this moment has been unusual. After bouncing between backup roles in New England and elsewhere, he earned the chance to start in the Broncos’ title game after injuries and strategic moves within the team. The matchup represents a true “opportunity of a lifetime” for a player who, until recently, wasn’t part of regular starting discussions.
NFL analysts describe Stidham as a quarterback with adequate arm strength and decision‑making skills, though he’s never been thrust into the spotlight this early in his career. His performance against a top‑level defense will likely determine not only the Broncos’ fate this season but his future in the league.
For Denver fans, this development brings both excitement and nervous anticipation. If Stidham plays well, he could become one of the season’s breakout performers. If not, critics will quickly question the Broncos’ decision‑making at the most crucial juncture of their campaign.
This story is one to watch, especially for NFL bettors and fantasy football players who may need to adjust game plans quickly. With the AFC Championship now upon us, all eyes are on Stidham as he attempts to prove himself on football’s biggest stage this week.
