Broncos coach Sean Payton comments on QB Bo Nix's progress ahead of minicamp
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 7:27 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton discussed quarterback Bo Nix's recovery and mobility following his recent ankle surgeries. Nix underwent a second procedure in April after fracturing his ankle during the AFC divisional round. Payton indicated that Nix is progressing well and should be fully available for training camp in late July. The Broncos are taking precautions with Nix during minicamp, where he is expected to participate in team drills. Preserving Nix's health is crucial for Denver as they aim for a successful season and potential playoff run.
- •Payton reports Nix is recovering well from ankle surgeries.
- •Nix injured his ankle in the playoffs against the Buffalo Bills.
- •Minicamp will mark Nix's first full participation in team drills.
- •The Broncos expect Nix to be fully cleared by training camp in July.
- •Nix led all QBs in passing attempts last season.
- 8:42 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos open minicamp with Bo Nix back, Jonathon Cooper sidelined after 2 arrests
- 7:27 PMYahoo Sports — Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) returns to practice as minicamp begins
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — Broncos HC Sean Payton Comments On QB Bo Nix's Mobility Ahead Of Minicamp
"Nix returned to practice, albeit on a limited basis, for the first time since breaking his right ankle late in overtime of the Broncos' divisional playoff win over the Buffalo Bills in January. Asked if he thinks he'll be full-go by training camp in late July, Nix laughed, suggesting, he could have been full-go Tuesday if the team had let him. Coach Sean Payton said he has no doubts Nix will be the same mobile quarterback he was before undergoing ankle surgery in January and a clean-up procedure this spring.
"The Denver Broncos are pleased with how quarterback Bo Nix is progressing after his second right ankle surgery in April ahead of minicamp.
"Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) was back on the practice field as the team kicked off minicamp on Tuesday.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 8:42 PMBroncos open minicamp with Bo Nix back, Jonathon Cooper sidelined after 2 arrests
Nix returned to practice, albeit on a limited basis, for the first time since breaking his right ankle late in overtime of the Broncos' divisional playoff win over the Buffalo Bills in January. Asked if he thinks he'll be full-go by training camp in late July, Nix laughed, suggesting, he could have been full-go Tuesday if the team had let him. Coach Sean Payton said he has no doubts Nix will be the same mobile quarterback he was before undergoing ankle surgery in January and a clean-up procedure this spring.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 7:27 PMBroncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) returns to practice as minicamp begins
Broncos QB Bo Nix (ankle) was back on the practice field as the team kicked off minicamp on Tuesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 12:00 AMBroncos HC Sean Payton Comments On QB Bo Nix's Mobility Ahead Of Minicamp
The Denver Broncos are pleased with how quarterback Bo Nix is progressing after his second right ankle surgery in April ahead of minicamp.
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