Sean Payton and the Denver Broncos have been a pleasant surprise over the first eight weeks of the NFL season. While their defence has been effective, rookie quarterback Bo Nix has made significant progress since taking over the starting job in the offseason from Zach Wilson and Jarrett Stidham. Nix, who was drafted out of Oregon, was not considered a top prospect at the time, despite his immense talent and unique skill set.
However, Payton recognized his potential and valued his experience, as evidenced by his performance throughout his rookie season. With the Broncos currently in second place in the AFC West at 5-3, Nix received well-deserved recognition from the NFL on Thursday, being named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Month for the first time.
Among rookie quarterbacks, including Jayden Daniels, Caleb Williams, Drake Maye, and Spencer Rattler, Bo Nix stands out for his October stats. He leads all rookies with seven passing touchdowns, 870 passing yards, and two rushing touchdowns, as well as the best touchdown-to-interception ratio (7-1).
The Broncos won three games in October, matching the most wins by a rookie quarterback in that month. While many expected Daniels to take the spotlight, Nix’s performance earned him the recognition. However, Nix’s November begins with a difficult matchup against the Baltimore Ravens on the road in Week 9.
Head coach Sean Payton noted that the schedule is becoming increasingly challenging, providing a significant test for the young Broncos team led by the former Auburn and Oregon star.
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