The Denver Broncos have signed quarterback Ben DiNucci to their practice squad following the season-ending ankle injury of Bo Nix. This addition provides the team with additional depth at the quarterback position as they prepare for the upcoming AFC Championship Game, where Jarrett Stidham is set to start in Nix’s place, alongside Sam Ehlinger.
DiNucci, who previously spent the 2023 season with the Broncos, was confirmed to be joining the practice squad by a league source. The decision comes at a critical time, giving the Broncos options as they assess their quarterback needs heading into a pivotal matchup. It remains uncertain whether DiNucci will be promoted to the active roster ahead of next week’s game.
A seventh-round pick by the Dallas Cowboys in the 2020 NFL Draft, DiNucci has played in three NFL games, all during his rookie year, and has a record of one start, which resulted in a loss against the Philadelphia Eagles. After his time with the Cowboys, he played for the Seattle Sea Dragons in the XFL during the spring of 2023, before rejoining the Broncos.
During training camp, Sean Payton, head coach of the Broncos, praised DiNucci’s abilities. “He’s a good decision-maker, and he’s pretty accurate,” Payton noted, emphasizing DiNucci’s strong football IQ and consistency. However, DiNucci was released shortly after the Broncos selected Nix with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.
In 2024, DiNucci spent time with the Buffalo Bills and New Orleans Saints, and he participated in a preseason game with the Atlanta Falcons before the start of the 2025 season. His experience and familiarity with the Broncos’ system could prove beneficial as the team navigates the playoffs without their starting quarterback.
The Broncos will be closely monitoring DiNucci’s progress, and his performance in practice could influence their decision regarding his promotion to the active roster. As the team gears up for the AFC Championship Game, the addition of DiNucci adds another layer of strategy to their quarterback situation.
