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Sean Payton reacts to Sam Ehlinger's decision: 'That's a big deal'
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Broncos coach Sean Payton has built quite a culture and coaching staff in Denver over the last three years.
Payton has helped the Broncos return to their old winning ways, and players are bought in. A perfect example is third-string quarterback Sam Ehlinger turning down a spot on the Indianapolis Colts ' 53-man roster to instead remain on Denver's practice squad.
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"Listen, we spent time with him and we're glad he's here," Payton said after Friday's practice when asked about Ehlinger's decision. "We're glad he's staying. We think a lot of him -- a lot. He's been a real good surprise for all of us, especially offensively when we see and watch him. He made that decision and that's a big deal."
Payton said it was a credit to the team, the quarterback room and QBs coach Davis Webb that Ehlinger does not want to leave, even for a promotion elsewhere.
This marks the second time this year that Ehlinger has turned down a 53-man roster spot elsewhere to remain on Denver's practice squad. He has opted to continue serving as QB3 behind Bo Nix and Jarrett Stidham .
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