Denver Broncos acquire quarterback Mark Sanchez from Eagles

The Broncos have aquired Mark Sanchez from the Philadelphia Eagles.

Broncos trade for Mark Sanchez. Klis first to report. Compensation is conditional draft pick based on playing time.

— Brandon Spano (@BrandonSpano) March 11, 2016

Denver gives up a conditional draft pick in 2017 for Sanchez based on playing time. The Broncos may be using Sanchez as leverage to land 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick as the 49ers are now coached by Sanchez’s most recent coach Chip Kelly.

Although, Broncos GM John Elway says this is the first step in their process and Sanchez will compete. 

Acquired QB Mark Sanchez for a conditional ’17 pick. He brings veteran leadership & will compete. This is the 1st step in our process.

— John Elway (@johnelway) March 11, 2016

Sanchez is set to make $4.5 million in 2016 which is a friendly contract for a starter but high for a backup.

Sanchez led the Jets to two AFC Championship games in his first two seasons after being drafted from USC