Bo Nix Makes History as Broncos' First Rookie Starting QB in 41 Years
Get ready, Broncos fans! 🐎 Rookie quarterback Bo Nix is set to start in Denver's season opener against the Seattle Seahawks on September 8 at Lumen Field. Head coach Sean Payton dropped the exciting news on Wednesday, and it's got everyone buzzing!
Believe it or not, the last time a rookie QB started the season for the Broncos was way back in 1983 with the legendary John Elway. Talk about big shoes to fill! Elway, who spent his entire 16-year career in Denver, led the team to two Super Bowl victories and snagged the MVP title in Super Bowl XXXIII. No pressure, Bo! 😅
\"Obviously, it's great to share something with a legend like John Elway,\" Nix said with a grin. \"I just want to go out there, get that first win, compete at a high level, and give my team the best chance to succeed.\"
Drafted 12th overall by Denver this year, Nix shined in college ball with impressive stats from both Auburn University and the University of Oregon. Over five years, he threw for over 15,000 yards and 113 touchdowns. Not too shabby!
Coach Payton seems confident in his decision. \"We're not rushing things,\" he said. \"Bo's been outstanding. There's a ton of room for growth, but he's got a maturity level that's rare in rookies.\"
Fun fact: This isn't Payton's first rodeo starting a rookie QB—in 2021, he did the same with Ian Book at the New Orleans Saints.
As the Broncos look to break their playoff drought—which has lasted since their Super Bowl 50 win in 2016—fans are hopeful that Nix could be the fresh spark the team needs. Here's to new beginnings and maybe, just maybe, a return to glory! 🎉
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