NFL news: Nick Foles takes Patriots swipe

Former Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles got another shot for the New England Patriots as they prepare to face the Denver Broncos and backup quarterback Jarrett Stidham in the AFC Championship Game next week.

Foles, who led the Eagles to their first Super Bowl title against the Patriots after serving as Carson Wentz’s backup in 2017, shared a positive message for Broncos fans as they recover from the season-ending injury suffered by Bo Nix on the penultimate play of their win over the Buffalo Bills.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles runs toward the field against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LII at US Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018. (Matthew Emmons/USA Today Sports)

“Note to the Broncos and their fans: I know it’s been an emotional 24 hours. I feel for Bo and the team, and send prayers for a speedy recovery,” Foles wrote on X.

“One positive note in the game against the Patriots is that they struggle against backup QBs in championship-type games.”

Foles helped deliver one of the most improbable Super Bowl victories in recent history. He finished 28 of 43 with 373 passing yards and three touchdown passes in the 41-33 victory.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles lifts the Vince Lombardi Trophy after a victory against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII at US Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018. (Matthew Emmons/USA Today Sports)

The Eagles were able to thwart the Patriots even though Tom Brady had a record 505 passing yards and three touchdown passes in the game.

Stidham will look to take a cue from Foles’ playbook against the Patriots next weekend. Stidham will make his first start of the 2025 playoff season.

Broncos head coach Sean Payton was supportive of Stidham before the game.

“It started with our evaluation of him in New Orleans,” Payton said when asked why he thought Stidham was up for the challenge. “He was a target for us in the draft. It doesn’t really mean anything other than we liked the way this player came out. I know how he was coached in New England. I know exactly how he was coached in New England. Then I know how [Patriots offensive coordinator Josh] McDaniels felt affection for him when he brought him from New England to Vegas. Then I know reports about how he played, and then we saw him play (in) real time.

Broncos quarterback Jarrett Stidham leaves the field after his team’s victory against the Green Bay Packers on August 18, 2024 in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

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“But at the end of the day, to answer your question, it’s our three years here. In our three years, watching him day in and day out, which you don’t have access to. He’ll be ready to go and ready for now.”

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