Ehlinger chose to stay with Denver's practice squad over two 53-man roster offers, a move framed as a win for developing QB depth under Sean Payton. Payton’s Stories—like the Chase Daniel Washington tale—illustrate his aggressive, system-driven recruiting approach that aims to unlock roster opportunities for quarterbacks who know the scheme. The Broncos’ QB depth and Payton’s quarterback-development reputation shape how the team views practice-squad talent and future depth on game days.

The Eagles worked out Brenden Rice, Jerry Rice’s son, aiming to add WR depth behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith after the Chargers waived him. Rice’s USC production suggests upside as a reserve, though his pro-grade burst and press-man separation are questions.

Philly’s ongoing WR evaluations signal a broader search for competition and depth in a room that could lean on schedule-driven opportunities. If Rice makes the roster, he’d be a back-end lottery ticket with upside in a favorable offense and a path through special teams to a larger role if development accelerates.

Nathan flags five QB busts for 2025: Mayfield, Mahomes, Herbert, Goff, and Tagovailoa. Mayfield’s 2024 surge invites regression; Mahomes loses rushing upside; Herbert’s Harbaugh-Roman run-first approach shrinks passing volume; Goff’s line and Johnson exit cap upside; Tagovailoa’s injury history and Dolphins line woes heighten risk.

Rashee Rice’s suspension compounds KC volatility, while the piece cautions avoiding top-seven or top-15 priced QBs in uncertain conditions. The core takeaway: target safer floor options and stay ready for midseason buy-lows as rotations reveal real upside.