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Broncos Meet with Rutgers QB Ahead of 2026 NFL Draft
Denver exploring options at quarterback despite having Nix, Stidham and Ehlinger on roster
Mar. 27, 2026 at 2:09am
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The Denver Broncos have held a Zoom meeting with Rutgers quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis, an interesting development given the team's current quarterback depth chart. Kaliakmanis, who began his college career at Minnesota before transferring to Rutgers, is coming off a strong 2024 season where he threw for over 3,100 yards and 20 touchdowns. The Broncos, led by new quarterbacks coach Logan Kilgore, are doing their due diligence on Kaliakmanis, who is projected as a Day 3 draft pick or potential undrafted free agent.
Why it matters
The Broncos already have a solid quarterback room with Bo Nix, Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger, so their interest in Kaliakmanis raises questions about the team's long-term plans at the position. This could signal the Broncos are looking to add depth and develop a young quarterback behind their current starters.
The details
Kaliakmanis is a play-action and RPO-style quarterback who has questions about his arm strength and accuracy. The Broncos could be looking to add him to their roster to develop him behind their three experienced quarterbacks this offseason. There is speculation this move could also indicate the team is still unsure about Stidham's performance in the AFC Championship Game and wants to ensure they have a capable backup to Ehlinger.
- The Broncos held a Zoom meeting with Kaliakmanis in March 2026.
The players
Athan Kaliakmanis
A quarterback prospect who began his college career at Minnesota before transferring to Rutgers, where he had a strong 2024 season throwing for over 3,100 yards and 20 touchdowns.
Bo Nix
The Broncos' starting quarterback.
Jarrett Stidham
The Broncos' backup quarterback who struggled in the AFC Championship Game.
Sam Ehlinger
The Broncos' third-string quarterback who the team values highly.
Logan Kilgore
The Broncos' new quarterbacks coach who led the meeting with Kaliakmanis.
What’s next
The Broncos will likely continue to evaluate Kaliakmanis and other quarterback prospects ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft to determine if he is worth adding to their roster as a developmental player.
The takeaway
The Broncos' interest in Kaliakmanis, despite having a solid quarterback depth chart, suggests the team is being proactive in exploring all options to improve the position. This could signal a desire to add competition and depth, or potentially a lack of confidence in Stidham's long-term viability as the primary backup.
