BEN DiNucci
QB · Denver Broncos
1 transaction this offseason
Height
6'2"
Weight
222 lbs
Age
29
Draft
2020, Rd 7, #231
Experience
2 yrs
QB Rank
#41 / 106
N/A
CVIC+
C
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The Verdict on BEN, in One Read
On the field, BEN DiNucci grades out as a middling QB for Denver Broncos (C Performance). That places him 41st of 106 graded quarterbacks. The public read is mixed (C+ Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
Career StatsC
| Year | Team | GP | Yards | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 3 | 219 | — | — | 67.9 |
| 2025 |  | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.0 |
| 2024 |  | 2 | 96 | 1 | 0 | 97.1 |
Contract terms haven't been reported.
Performance Analysis
C
#41 of 106 QBs
FCA+
Ben DiNucci is a second-year backup quarterback in the Denver Broncos organization with minimal NFL experience and significant developmental constraints ahead. Across three career games, DiNucci has struggled to command an NFL offense, posting a 67.9 career passer rating and 53.5% completion percentage—both well below league baseline. At 29 years old with limited opportunity to establish himself, he remains a depth-chart option rather than a future starter. DiNucci's statistical profile reveals persistent accuracy and decision-making issues that have plagued his tenure. His career yards-per-attempt of 5.09 sits substantially below the NFL average of 6.73, indicating difficulty pushing the ball downfield or creating explosive plays. The 67.9 passer rating reflects poor ball placement and interception management; for context, league-average sits around 87.8. His completion percentage of 53.5 suggests struggles with touch and timing—hallmarks of a quarterback unlikely to thrive in modern spacing-based systems. Looking forward, DiNucci's trajectory appears limited. At his age with minimal film and declining opportunity, his ceiling is firmly positioned as a third-string option or practice-squad candidate rather than a viable backup path. The Broncos' investment in other quarterback prospects and veteran depth signals little confidence in his long-term development. For DiNucci to reverse this trajectory, he would need dramatic mechanical refinement and consistent work in a competitive environment—outcomes increasingly unlikely given his age and experience window.
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How BEN Compares at the Position
BEN DiNucci ranks 41st of 106 graded quarterbacks by performance. That slots BEN between Teddy Bridgewater (C+) just ahead and Brett Rypien (C) just behind.
Graded higher
Teddy BridgewaterDetroit LionsC+Jalen MilroeSeattle SeahawksC+Tommy DevitoNew England PatriotsCBEN DiNucciC
Graded lower
Brett RypienMinnesota VikingsFan Sentiment
C+
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Practice squad depth signing with minimal upside for Denver. Headlines emphasize injury contingency rather than talent acquisition, indicating low expectations. Bo Nix's injury forced the move, making DiNucci a desperation fill rather than evaluation. Fans view this as uninspiring QB depth lacking developmental promise. Broncos likely explore better options if starter situation deteriorates further.
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