Broncos QB Bo Nix undergoes second ankle surgery after injury

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Broncos QB Bo Nix undergoes second ankle surgery after injury
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Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix underwent a second surgery for a fractured ankle, following an initial operation last season. His injury arose during a critical moment in the AFC Championship Game against the Buffalo Bills. Nix reported experiencing pain from bone spurs that necessitated the additional surgery. Despite being limited at minicamp, he is reportedly recovering well and anticipates being fully ready for training camp. The Broncos have also strengthened their offense by adding wide receiver Jaylen Waddle this offseason.

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  • Nix's second surgery was due to painful bone spurs.
  • He is expected to be 100% for training camp.
  • Denver advanced to the AFC Championship Game last season.
  • The Broncos signed wide receiver Jaylen Waddle to enhance their offense.
  • Nix finished last season ranked 14th among quarterbacks.
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  • 12:59 PMYahoo Sports’It Was Hard’ — Broncos QB Bo Nix Opens Up On Difficult Decision To Undergo 2nd Surgery on Fractured Ankle
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The Denver Broncos had just pulled off their biggest win in years against the Buffalo Bills to advance to the AFC Championship Game, but they were dealt a massive gut punch. Bo Nix’s fractured ankle put a quick end to the party in Denver as their fate was left in the hands of Jarrett Stidham, who couldn’t get it done.

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