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Breiden Fehoko predicts Bo Nix could finish as top-10 NFL quarterback

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 6:26 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Breiden Fehoko predicts Bo Nix could finish as top-10 NFL quarterback

Summary

Breiden Fehoko, former Chargers defensive tackle, has revised his opinion on Broncos quarterback Bo Nix ahead of the 2026 season. After observing Nix during preseason, Fehoko noted the strong performance of Denver's offensive line and expressed belief that Nix can be a top-10 quarterback this year. Nix has already started all 17 games in the previous season, throwing for 3,931 yards, 25 touchdowns, and adding 356 rushing yards. The Broncos’ roster enhancements, including the addition of Jaylen Waddle, further support Nix as he seeks to elevate his game. The regular season begins for Denver at Kansas City on September 14.

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•Breiden Fehoko now labels Bo Nix a potential top-10 QB.
•Nix had 3,931 passing yards and 25 touchdowns last season.
•Broncos feature a reinforced offensive line entering 2026.
•Jaylen Waddle joins the Denver receiving corps this offseason.
•Denver's season opener is against the Chiefs on September 14.

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6:26 AMYahoo Sports — ‘I Was So Harsh on This Kid Before’ — Former Chargers DT Admits He Was Wrong About Bo Nix, Predicts Top-10 Finish

What they're saying

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Bo Nix is going to enter his third NFL season, and there are growing expectations around what he can accomplish in Denver. Now, even one of his former critics is taking a different view after watching the quarterback work behind a strong Denver Broncos offensive line.
— Yahoo Sports

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