Column: Broncos could have avoided quarterback quagmire

Denver Broncos quarterback Kendall Hinton (2) throws against the New Orleans Saints during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

New Orleans Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan (94) sacks Denver Broncos quarterback Kendall Hinton (2) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Denver. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton, left, greets Denver Broncos head coach Vic Fangio after an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Denver. The Saints won 31-3. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)