Jarrett Stidham is expected to replace Bo Nix at quarterback for the Denver Broncos in the playoffs.

Quick Scoop: What Happened to Bo Nix?

Bo Nix suffered a fractured/broken ankle late in the Broncos’ overtime win over the Buffalo Bills in the Divisional Round and will miss the rest of the postseason. Head coach Sean Payton has confirmed that Nix will undergo surgery, ruling him out for the AFC Championship and any potential Super Bowl appearance.

So, Who Will Replace Bo Nix in the Playoffs?

  • Backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham has been named the starter moving forward in the playoffs.
  • Payton publicly expressed confidence in Stidham, saying “Stiddy’s ready to go” and emphasizing that he views him as a No. 2 who could start for several teams.

Jarrett Stidham: The New Starter

  • Stidham is a veteran quarterback and former New England Patriots QB, now serving as Denver’s backup.
  • He has seen very limited action this season (one game, four snaps, no pass attempts), so his AFC Championship start will be his first of the year and a major spotlight moment.

Playoff Context and Stakes

  • Nix had been leading a strong Broncos playoff push, including that dramatic overtime win vs. Buffalo, before the injury on the second-to-last play.
  • With Nix out, the Broncos’ playoff hopes now hinge on Stidham’s ability to manage the offense and avoid mistakes in the AFC Championship and potentially the Super Bowl.

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