Bo Nix throws interception on first drive of NFL season opener against Chiefs
3 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 3:33 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Bo Nix returned as the Broncos starting quarterback after recovering from an ankle injury. His first drive against the Chiefs ended in disaster when his pass was intercepted by rookie Mansoor Delane after just three plays. Despite a rough start, Nix quickly rebounded, connecting on 5-of-5 passes and throwing a touchdown to Evan Engram, tying the game. The interception highlighted Denver's struggles to handle Kansas City’s defensive looks as both teams aimed to establish dominance early in the season.
- •Nix returned after missing time due to a fractured ankle.
- •Delane's interception occurred on Nix's third passing attempt.
- •Nix tied the game with a touchdown pass to Engram.
- •Both teams are looking to assert themselves after Denver's successful 2025 season.
- •Patrick Mahomes also returned from injury in this matchup.
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos Bo Nix Responds After First Drive INT
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos Bo Nix First Drive of 2026 Ends In Disaster
- 3:04 AMYahoo Sports — "No, No, No": Peyton Manning Stunned as Bo Nix Throws Costly Interception Against Chiefs
"Bo Nix’s long-awaited 2026 debut on Monday Night Football began with a jolt. In his first regular-season snap since fracturing his ankle in the AFC Divisional Round, he was seeking a fast start. The ankle injury kept him out of Denver’s AFC Championship loss to the New England Patriots. Bo Nix was sacked on the […] The post Broncos Bo Nix First Drive of 2026 Ends In Disaster appeared first on HEAVY.
"Bo Nix’s long-awaited 2026 debut on Monday Night Football began with a jolt. In his first regular-season snap since fracturing his ankle in the AFC Divisional Round, he was seeking a fast start. The ankle injury kept him out of Denver’s AFC Championship loss to the New England Patriots. Bo Nix was sacked on the […] The post Broncos Bo Nix Responds After First Drive INT appeared first on HEAVY.
"Broncos starting quarterback Bo Nix hadn’t taken a regular-season snap since fracturing his ankle in the AFC Divisional Round last season. His return to the field Monday night at Arrowhead Stadium lasted three plays before it went sideways.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 3:33 AMBroncos Bo Nix Responds After First Drive INT
Bo Nix’s long-awaited 2026 debut on Monday Night Football began with a jolt. In his first regular-season snap since fracturing his ankle in the AFC Divisional Round, he was seeking a fast start. The ankle injury kept him out of Denver’s AFC Championship loss to the New England Patriots. Bo Nix was sacked on the […] The post Broncos Bo Nix Responds After First Drive INT appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 3:33 AMBroncos Bo Nix First Drive of 2026 Ends In Disaster
Bo Nix’s long-awaited 2026 debut on Monday Night Football began with a jolt. In his first regular-season snap since fracturing his ankle in the AFC Divisional Round, he was seeking a fast start. The ankle injury kept him out of Denver’s AFC Championship loss to the New England Patriots. Bo Nix was sacked on the […] The post Broncos Bo Nix First Drive of 2026 Ends In Disaster appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 3:04 AM"No, No, No": Peyton Manning Stunned as Bo Nix Throws Costly Interception Against Chiefs
Broncos starting quarterback Bo Nix hadn’t taken a regular-season snap since fracturing his ankle in the AFC Divisional Round last season. His return to the field Monday night at Arrowhead Stadium lasted three plays before it went sideways.
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