Who Should I Start? Sam Ehlinger or Brady Cook

Tuesday, August 26, 11:29 PM

Denver Broncos quarterback Sam Ehlinger was released on Tuesday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The move comes as Denver trims down its roster to 53 players, and it leaves the team with just Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham in its quarterback room. Ehlinger appeared in all three preseason games, completing 42 of 57 pass attempts for 415 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. He also took four sacks. The former sixth-round pick hasn't appeared in a regular season game since the 2022 campaign with the Colts. He's a candidate to join the practice squad in Denver or elsewhere, but his path to playing time includes numerous obstacles. He should be left on waivers in all fantasy leagues.

Wednesday, December 10, 12:59 PM

New York Jets rookie quarterback Brady Cook will get first-team reps at practice on Wednesday with both Tyrod Taylor (groin) and Justin Fields (knee) missing practice, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. With Taylor and Fields both hurt, the Jets re-signed Adrian Martinez as QB insurance as they head into a Week 15 date with the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday. Cook took over for the injured Taylor in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins and went 14-for-30 passing for 163 yards with no touchdowns and two interceptions. The 24-year-old looked like an undrafted rookie. If both Taylor and Fields aren't cleared to play this weekend, Cook would be forced into making his first NFL start. Even in two-QB superflex leagues, fantasy managers would want to look for better options. Regardless of who is starting under center for the Jets, the Jaguars' defense/special teams unit will be a popular play in Week 15.