Bo Nix

Nix joined the Chargers' Ladd McConkey and the Rams' Braden Fiske as the 2025 Senior Bowl Rookies of the Year.

"It's definitely a great storyline, but to us, it means way more than just a storyline," Johnson said. "It's something bigger than that."

DenverBroncos.com is taking a look back at some of the top moments from Nix's first season with the Broncos.

Following standout 2024 campaigns, Surtain and Nix are eligible for season awards. 

The 12th-overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Nix led all rookies in completions, passing yards, touchdown passes and total touchdowns during the regular season.

"Bo was a pro the minute he walked in the building for rookie minicamp," General Manager George Paton said. "You saw the poise throughout the season, poise beyond his years."

Nix led all rookie quarterbacks in completions, passing yards, touchdown passes and total touchdowns, and he ranked second in passer rating. His 29 touchdown passes were the second most by a rookie in league history.

As Bo Nix reflected on his rookie season, the chance to gain valuable lessons from 18 starts across the regular season and playoffs was among the biggest takeaways from a prolific first campaign.

"I think what's key is — what I've learned from 'Bama and what could translate here — is just playing our brand of football," Surtain said.

Nix completed 26-of-29 passes for 321 yards, four touchdowns and a 152.4 passer rating in Denver's playoff-clinching victory.

Quarterback Bo Nix has been named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week following a win over the Chiefs, making him the first Bronco since Peyton Manning in 2013 to win the award multiple times in a single season.

Nix completed 26-of-29 passes for 321 yards, four touchdowns and a 152.4 passer rating.

In Denver's playoff-clinching win, Nix completed 26-of-29 passes for 321 yards, four touchdowns and a 152.4 passer rating.

"To be able to give them something they can be proud of is something we take great pride in, and we're very excited about that," defensive lineman Zach Allen said.

After a lights-out performance in the Broncos' 38-0 playoff-clinching win over the Chiefs, Nix circled the lower bowl at Empower Field at Mile High to slap hands with the remaining fans.

Nix completed 24-of-31 passes for 219 yards, three touchdowns and a 114.9 passer rating on Saturday. 

Nix has recorded six games with 200 passing yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions, which ties C.J. Stroud and Justin Herbert for the most such games by a rookie since at least 1950.

"He's so tough," Mike McGlinchey said of Nix. "He's so smart [and] put [together]. He's everything you want. Him in that moment, he didn't even blink."

The playoffs don't begin for several more weeks, but it may feel like the postseason on Sunday in Denver.

Plus, a closer look at Bo Nix becoming just the sixth rookie quarterback in the Super Bowl era to win his first two prime-time starts.

Cornerback Riley Moss (knee), who exited the Broncos' Week 12 win over the Raiders, did not practice for the second consecutive day.

The Broncos held a walkthrough on Thursday, which means the report is an estimation of the team's participation if Denver held a full practice.

Nix is the first Bronco to ever win the award in three consecutive weeks.

Baldinger highlighted the development of quarterback Bo Nix and the performance of cornerback Pat Surtain II.

After winning the award in back-to-back weeks, rookie quarterback Bo Nix has again been nominated for the honor.

Ahead of NFL Honors, team reporter Elisa Hernandez and lead writer Aric DiLalla take a closer look at each of the Broncos' finalists for league-wide honors. They dive into the case for Pat Surtain II to win Defensive Player of the Year, Bo Nix to be named Offensive Rookie of the Year and Sean Payton to earn Coach of the Year honors.

Watch highlights of some of quarterback Bo Nix's top moments from the 2024 NFL season.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," quarterback Bo Nix and defensive lineman Zach Allen reflect on the 2024 NFL season and share their excitement for 2025. Plus, we hear from inside linebacker Alex Singleton about his progress back from a season-ending injury.

Watch as quarterback Bo Nix addresses the media about his first season in Denver, where he wants to improve and more.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses his first playoff game, takeaways from his rookie season and how he will look to improve during the offseason.

Quarterback Bo Nix escapes pressure and picks up 18 yards vs. the Bills.

Quarterback Bo Nix escapes pressure and picks up 12 yards and a Broncos first down vs. the Bills.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," quarterback Bo Nix talks about the Broncos' mindset going into their playoff matchup vs. the Buffalo Bills. Plus, cornerback Pat Surtain II gives his thoughts on the Wild Card matchup with the Bills.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses how the Broncos can execute offensively vs. the Bills, how Denver has navigated the highs and lows of the season and his mindset heading into postseason competition.

Watch Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix's Week 18 highlights as he completed 26-of-29 passes — including his first 18 to start the game — for four touchdowns and more than 300 yards in a playoff-clinching win.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses Denver's offensive execution vs. the Chiefs, the Broncos' resiliency throughout the season and more.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," wide receiver Courtland Sutton talks about what it would mean to clinch a playoff berth at home. Plus, quarterback Bo Nix shares his mindset going into Week 18 vs. the Kansas City Chiefs.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses Denver's matchup with Kansas City in Week 18, playing in front of a home crowd and the importance of successful late-game drives.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses how the Broncos competed in Week 17, Denver's offensive execution in the second half and more.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses how the Broncos can execute offensively vs. the Bengals, learning from cornerback Pat Surtain II throughout the season and Denver's run game.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses preparing to bounce back following Week 16, the Broncos' run game and more.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses this week's matchup in Los Angeles, his growth this season and more.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses takeaways from Denver's win over the Colts, how the Broncos can execute offensively in the final games of the season and more.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," cornerback Pat Surtain II talks about staying focused following the team's bye week. Plus, quarterback Bo Nix speaks on the importance of the Broncos' Week 15 matchup vs. the Indianapolis Colts.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses how his confidence has grown throughout the season, his leadership style and how the Broncos are approaching the final four games of the season.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses takeaways from Denver's win over Cleveland, key plays made on both sides of the ball and the Broncos' upcoming bye week.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," quarterback Bo Nix talks about staying focused after winning NFL Rookie of the Week for the 3rd consecutive week. Plus, cornerback Pat Surtain II talks about the excitement of playing on "Monday Night Football."

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses this week's prime-time matchup, playing with wide receiver Courtland Sutton and his game-by-game mentality.

Quarterback Bo Nix discusses takeaways from Sunday's win over Las Vegas, winning the turnover battle and wide receiver Courtland Sutton's two-touchdown performance.

On this episode of "Broncos in 60," quarterback Bo Nix talks about the honor of receiving AFC Offensive Player of the Week honors for Week 11. Plus, we hear from wide receiver Courtland Sutton as he details the mindset of this team going into their Week 12 divisional matchup vs. the Las Vegas Raiders.

To celebrate quarterback Bo Nix winning Offensive Rookie of the Month for October, here are our favorite photos of him from the team's four games during that span.

Recently, Broncos quarterbacks Jarrett Stidham, Zach Wilson and Bo Nix posed for the camera at the team's annual media day.

On Monday, the Denver Broncos' rookie class, Miles the Mascot and Denver Broncos Cheerleaders teamed up with Dairy MAX to host a PLAY 60 Express clinic for members of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver.

Rookies Bo Nix, Troy Franklin and Audric Estime represented the Broncos at the NFLPA's 2024 Rookie Premiere weekend events, as they donned their new uniforms for the first time and posed for portraits.

Flip through photos of QB Bo Nix's path from Auburn to Oregon and now to the Broncos, who selected him with the 12th-overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft.