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Broncos benching QB Russell Wilson for remainder of 2023 season to preserve financial flexibility

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The Denver Broncos aren't eliminated from playoff contention, but they are making a quarterback change with two weeks to play. NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported on Wednesday that the Broncos are benching Russell Wilson for the final two games of the regular season, per sources informed of the situation. Jarrett Stidham will make his first start for the Broncos this Sunday against the Chargers. NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero added that Wilson will dress for Week 17's game as the No. 2 QB. One key reason behind the switch is financial, per Rapoport. Wilson has a $37 million injury guarantee for 2025 that becomes fully guaranteed in March. Sitting the QB the final two weeks to ensure he doesn't suffer a catastrophic injury provides the Broncos financial flexibility if Sean Payton and Co. decide to move on from the 35-year-old quarterback in 2024. It's not a done deal, but the late-season benching is a strong indicator Denver will end the Wilson ride...

Bills-Chargers: How to watch on Peacock, streaming, TV, start time, and more

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A potential nightmare scenario could play out tonight across the globe as NFL fans settle in to watch the Buffalo Bills take on the Los Angeles Chargers . Picture this: You have invited friends and family over to watch the game as part of a holiday gathering, and just before kickoff, that feeling of dread sits in. You cannot find the game on television. We here at SB Nation are here to help you avoid that scenario. NBC is set to broadcast both games on Saturday, first with the Cincinnati Bengals traveling to Pennsylvania to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in a critical AFC North clash. Then in the primetime game, the network is also broadcasting the game between the Buffalo Bills and the Los Angeles Chargers from SoFi Stadium. However, while the afternoon game is set to air on NBC itself, the primetime game is exclusive to Peacock , the network’s streaming service. Peacock will air two exclusive games this season, and the game between the Bills and the Chargers is the first...