Quarterback Sam Ehlinger is returning to the Broncos' quarterback room.

A source said Wednesday that Ehlinger will sign with Denver's practice squad a day after he was released by the team. Broncos coach Sean Payton had said Tuesday he wanted Ehlinger to be back. He did not have to go through waivers due to being a vested veteran.

A source said that guard Calvin Throckmorton, a guard who was released Tuesday, also will join Denver's practice squad. Throckmorton, who was on the Broncos' practice squad last season, also is a vested veteran who didn't go through waivers.

Ehlinger will serve as the third-string quarterback behind starter Bo Nix and backup Jarrett Stidham. Throckmorton will provide depth on the offensive line.

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