In their quest to find a starting quarterback for the upcoming 2024 season, the Denver Broncos are leaving no stone unturned. With uncertainty surrounding the current quarterback situation, head coach Sean Payton is not ready to make any definitive decisions just yet. Jarrett Stidham, entering his second year with the team, would be the starter if the Broncos had a game tomorrow. However, with 166 days until Week 1, it is expected that the quarterback room will undergo changes.

Payton confirmed that Stidham is competing for the starting position but emphasized that other candidates would also be in the running. The Broncos are actively looking to add a quarterback through free agency or a trade, according to general manager George Paton. While the team has looked into various free agent quarterbacks, no signings have been made thus far. Additionally, they did not make any trades for the likes of Sam Howell, Justin Fields, or Kenny Pickett.

Paton explained that the Broncos were not in a rush to add a quarterback for the sake of it, as they wanted to avoid multiplying their problems. The team is still in the quarterback market and has a list of potential options, including veterans Ryan Tannehill, Carson Wentz, and Trevor Siemian. They are also considering the trade market, with names like Cincinnati's Jake Browning, New York Jets' Zach Wilson, and Green Bay's Sean Clifford mentioned as potential targets.

Despite the delay in securing a quarterback, Paton expressed confidence in Stidham while reiterating the team's intention to add a veteran quarterback. The Broncos are not panicking and will take their time to make the right decision. They are also keeping an eye on the upcoming draft, further adding to the options available to them.

The recent signings of free agent quarterbacks have come with significant numbers, even for backup roles. The increase in the salary cap and the reliance on backup quarterbacks during the 2023 season may have contributed to these high figures. Paton acknowledged that these factors played a role in the elevated market for backup quarterbacks during free agency.

As the Broncos continue their quarterback search, the focus remains on finding the right fit to lead the team in the 2024 season. With multiple options still on the table, Denver fans eagerly await the team's final decision as they look to build a competitive roster for the upcoming campaign.