Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jarrett Stidham
How Jarrett Stidham built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Jarrett Stidham is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the Denver Broncos. He was drafted by the New England Patriots in the fourth round of the 2019 NFL Draft after playing college football at Auburn and Baylor. Stidham spent three seasons as a backup quarterback for the Patriots before playing one season with the Las Vegas Raiders. He joined the Broncos in 2023, continuing his NFL career.
November 25, 2015: Ankle injury sidelines Stidham
On November 25, 2015, it was announced that Stidham's ankle injury, a chipped bone, would sideline him for the remainder of the regular season.
2015: Freshman Year at Baylor
In 2015, Jarrett Stidham joined Baylor as a freshman, serving as the backup quarterback. Later in 2015, he took over as the starter after an injury to Seth Russell.
July 7, 2016: Stidham Announces Transfer from Baylor
On July 7, 2016, Stidham announced his transfer from Baylor due to a sexual abuse scandal at the school and dissatisfaction backing up Russell.
December 10, 2016: Stidham Announces Transfer to Auburn University
On December 10, 2016, Stidham announced that he would be transferring to Auburn University.
2017: Stidham Leads Auburn to SEC West Division Championship
In 2017, Stidham led the Auburn Tigers to an SEC West Division Championship.
December 4, 2018: Stidham Declares for NFL Draft
On December 4, 2018, Stidham announced that he would forgo his final year of eligibility and declare for the 2019 NFL draft.
2019: Declares for the 2019 NFL Draft
In 2019, Stidham declared for the NFL draft.
2019: Drafted by New England Patriots
In 2019, Stidham was drafted by the New England Patriots, signing a four-year deal worth $3.15 million.
2019: Named Second-String Backup
In 2019, Stidham was named the second-string backup to Tom Brady for the Patriots. He was also the first Patriots quarterback to use number 4.
March 2020: Potential Successor to Brady
In March 2020, after Brady left the Patriots, Stidham was considered a potential successor, but the Patriots then signed Cam Newton.
May 13, 2022: Traded to Las Vegas Raiders
On May 13, 2022, Stidham was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders.
December 28, 2022: First Career Start
On December 28, 2022, Stidham made his first NFL start after the Raiders benched Derek Carr. He threw for 365 yards and three touchdowns in the loss.
March 13, 2023: Signed with Denver Broncos
On March 13, 2023, Stidham signed a two-year contract with the Denver Broncos.
December 27, 2023: Named Starter for Final Two Games
On December 27, 2023, the Broncos announced that Stidham would start the final two games of the season.
2023: Joined the Denver Broncos
In 2023, Stidham joined the Denver Broncos.
March 9, 2025: Signed extension with Broncos
On March 9, 2025, Stidham signed a two-year, $12 million extension with the Broncos.
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