The Denver Broncos are making headlines this week as they invite two quarterbacks to rookie minicamp for tryouts—and one name has the internet buzzing for all the wrong reasons.

On one side, you've got E.J. Warner, a 22-year-old rookie from Fresno State and the son of Hall of Famer Kurt Warner. A feel-good story with a football pedigree. On the other? Nathan Peterman, a 32-year-old journeyman who hasn't taken an NFL snap since 2024. And if you know NFL history, you know why that name raises eyebrows.

Peterman's infamous debut with the Buffalo Bills in 2017 remains one of the league's most brutal introductions. In his first career start, he went 6-of-14 for 66 yards, zero touchdowns, and five interceptions before getting benched at halftime of a 54-24 loss to the Chargers. His career passer rating sits at a staggering 39.4—a number that has haunted him ever since.

So when news broke that the Broncos were giving Peterman a shot, social media didn't hold back. Fans and pundits alike flooded Twitter/X with reactions ranging from disbelief to dark humor. "The NFL does not know how to quit Nathan Peterman," one user wrote. Another joked, "I threw 8 TDs in Pop Warner, I'm still a better option."

Some saw the tryout as a confidence booster—for the defense. "Solid confidence booster for the practice squad defense guys," one comment read. Others questioned the move entirely: "Why out of all people? I get it's just a camp arm, but damn, talk about bottom of the barrel."

Not everyone was critical, though. A few voices reminded the masses that this is simply a veteran arm to throw passes during camp—nothing more. "They said they were gonna get a veteran guy to throw at camp, and they did exactly that. And then all of you piss and moan," one user defended.

Whether you see Peterman as a punchline or a practical camp addition, one thing's certain: the Broncos are keeping things interesting this offseason.