Bo Nix Owns Ankle Struggles, Vows to Play Better and Respond to Criticism

WHO:

denverbroncos.com - Bo Nix is the Denver Broncos’ quarterback; he said, “I have to play better,” and said he believes he can overcome issues that put the team in a bad spot.

denverbroncos.com - Broncos head coach Sean Payton said Nix’s ability to respond to adversity was one of the traits that stood out during the team’s draft process.

denverbroncos.com - Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton said Nix has been “working his butt off” to help the team succeed. Sutton said Nix prepares, studies the game plan, and gives everything he has at practice.

Heavy NFL - Bo Nix and the Denver Broncos were criticized for the offense’s struggles despite the team’s 4-2 record.

WHAT:

denverbroncos.com - Nix said he reviewed his preparation and process to identify changes that could help him play better and put the Broncos in a better position.

denverbroncos.com - Nix said he is working to balance aggression with avoiding reckless decisions. He cited successful deep throws against the Seattle Seahawks, including plays that led to a penalty placing Denver at the 1-yard line.

denverbroncos.com - The Broncos scored 14 first-half points in their Week 6 win over Seattle.

denverbroncos.com - Nix said he feels strong, is mentally well, feels good physically, and had a good practice. He said, “I know I'm going to get back and be exactly what I was, if not better.”

denverbroncos.com - Nix had 30 total touchdowns and 11 interceptions in 2025, and threw three touchdown passes in a playoff win over the Buffalo Bills.

denverbroncos.com - Nix’s 28 career wins rank third among players since 2024, behind Josh Allen and Sam Darnold. He is tied for the most game-winning drives through three seasons by any player since at least 1950.

Heavy NFL - After Week 6, Nix ranked 32nd with an average of 5.6 yards per passing attempt. Against Seattle on “TNF,” he completed 17 of 27 passes for 107 yards and had no completion longer than the article’s excerpt specifies.

WHERE:

denverbroncos.com - Nix made his comments in Englewood, Colorado.

denverbroncos.com - The Broncos played the Seattle Seahawks and later faced the Buffalo Bills in a playoff game.

WHY:

denverbroncos.com - Nix said the Broncos were seeking more consistent offensive production and that he was focused on improving the aspects of his performance he could control.

Heavy NFL - The offense’s struggles prompted criticism of Nix and the Broncos.

HOW:

denverbroncos.com - Nix said he was trying to improve by examining his preparation and process, taking calculated chances, and focusing on one game at a time.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix says he needs to play better as criticism mounts over the offense’s struggles, even though Denver is 4-2. Speaking in Englewood, Colorado, Nix said he reviewed his preparation and is working to help the team produce more consistently. He’s also trying to balance aggression with avoiding reckless decisions, pointing to successful deep throws against Seattle as examples of calculated risks. The Broncos scored 14 first-half points in their Week 6 win over the Seahawks, but Nix completed 17 of 27 passes for 107 yards. Coach Sean Payton says Nix’s resilience stood out during the draft process, while receiver Courtland Sutton praised his preparation and effort at practice. Nix said he feels good physically and mentally, and is focused on what he can control. He says he expects to return to his previous level, or better.