Jarrett Stidham Named Broncos' AFC Championship Starter After Nix Injury

Jarrett Stidham is confirmed as the Denver Broncos' starter for the AFC Championship Game, stepping in after Bo Nix suffered a season-ending ankle fracture. This will be Stidham's fifth career NFL start and his first in the playoffs, a rarity not seen since 1972 for a QB's initial start of the season. Coach Sean Payton expressed strong confidence in Stidham, who holds career stats of 60.6% completion, 1,422 yards, 8 TDs, and 8 INTs over 20 games. Sam Ehlinger is now the backup, with Ben DiNucci joining the practice squad. Nick Foles also weighed in, offering encouragement to Denver.