Stidham guided Denver’s attack with poise, posting eye-catching efficiency across two tune-ups and delivering multiple scoring drives behind a stocked depth chart. His two-game tally of 30-of-38 for 376 yards and four touchdowns signals a quarterback room with real buzz, especially given Denver’s strong supporting cast and depth behind him.

Stidham shined in the Broncos' backup role, posting 240 yards and two touchdowns on 16-of-23 through six drives. His rhythm and decisiveness underscores the coaching staff’s confidence in his ability to run Denver’s offense when the starters sit, making him a cornerstone of the preseason evaluation.

Stidham delivered again, completing 16 of 23 for 240 yards and two touchdowns, driving Denver’s takeaway on the first two drives and providing late-game efficiency as the Broncos rolled to a 27-7 preseason win. His command with Engram and Bryant signaled a potential elevated role under Payton as the team builds depth behind the starter.

Stidham delivered a crisp two TD half, going 14 of 20 for 228 yards and showing poise and accuracy. His ability to leverage Franklin on both a long strike and a shorter score signals a potential fantasy streamer option if he remains the starter and Denver continues to push the ball downfield.

Stidham connected on a 58-yard pass to Engram and quickly moved Denver into scoring position on the opening drive, signaling potential comfort and chemistry with a diversified receiving corps as the Broncos test their offense in preseason.