Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham sharp in preseason: 'His experience is very evident'
After the game, coach Sean Payton said Stidham is a "rhythm player" who has had countless snaps through OTAs, minicamp and training camp, allowing him to transition into preseason action smoothly.
"His experience is very evident," Payton said of the veteran backup.
In addition to being sharp and efficient as a passer, Stidham also rushed three times for a team-high 36 yards on the ground. The 29-year-old QB is not known for his mobility, but Stidham demonstrated against the 49ers that he's a capable runner.
'I thought it was awesome," Nix said of Stidham's performance. "I felt like he did a great job of taking what the defense gave him but also being very aggressive. He made some plays with his feet, which isn't common from him, but I thought he did a really good job. He's training really well right now. You can tell the difference in the athleticism that he has and he's capable of using. I think this is as healthy as he's been. I think it's as good as he's looked. And I'm excited for him to continue to train that way and play that way because I know he's got a lot that he can show."
Nix and Stidham are expected to play again against the Arizona Cardinals this weekend. Next week, it will likely be third-stringer Sam Ehlinger handling the bulk of the QB snaps against the New Orleans Saints in Denver's preseason finale.
"It's fun to see [Stidham] and Sam get out there and play like they do, just taking care of the football, making good decisions, being smart," Nix said. "I'm learning stuff when they're on the field to take for me. So, it's cool to be able to be close with those guys and be able to translate some of our games together.'
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