as the NFL preseason wraps up all eyes are on the Denver Broncos quarterback situation and Zach Wilson is giving fans and coaches alike something to talk about on a sunny August afternoon Wilson the once highly touted quarterback from BYU took center stage in the Broncos final preseason game against the Arizona Cardinals his performance not only showcased his skills but also demonstrated why he deserves a spot as Bon Knick's backup in the game Wilson who played almost the entire match delivered a compelling performance throwing for 251 yards and two touchdowns his highlight reel included a 46y touchdown pass to Brandon Johnson in the fourth quarter and a variety of impressive throws and runs that had fans on their feet with Nicks already named the starter Wilson's ability to perform Under Pressure could be the deciding factor in whether he secures the backup role over Jarrett stum coach Shawn Payton's comments have hinted that the decision might not solely hinge on financials despite potential savings from cutting stum Payton has been open about the possibility of keeping all three quarterbacks which suggests Wilson's performance could tip the scale in his favor Wilson's previous stint with the New York Jets was marred by struggles but in Denver he shown signs of Rejuvenation his athleticism and arm strength have been evident and his ability to make plays could be a valuable asset for the Broncos the game itself was a Showcase of Wilson's versatility and creativity he connected on a 37 yd pass to Johnson which set up another scoring drive and exhibited his Mobility with a 21 yd run and several well-placed throws the desite the loss of some key players like rookie lineman Christian Jones for the Cardinals Wilson managed to lead Denver to a commanding 3812 Victory the Cardinals preseason woes continued leaving them winless and facing a tough season opener against the Buffalo Bills on the other hand Wilson's performance is likely to make the Broncos coaching staff take a closer look at his potential with a preseason statline of 397 yards and a strong showing in his final game Wilson's prospects are looking brighter so Zach Wilson's performance in the final pre-season game has made a strong case for him to be B Nick's backup his ability to make exciting plays and throw with Precision shows that he's more than just a former top pick he's a quarterback who can make an impact as the Broncos prepare for the regular season keeping Wilson in the mix could prove to be a wise decision providing both a reliable backup and a potential future starter stay subscribed for more videos