Colin Cowherd critiques Bo Nix's performance in Broncos' loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
Colin Cowherd reacted to Bo Nix's recent performance in the Denver Broncos' 24-14 loss to the San Francisco 49ers on October 6, 2026. Nix completed 25 of 42 passes for 214 yards and one touchdown, facing scrutiny for a lack of deep throws. Cowherd emphasized that Nix's inability to push the ball downfield has made offensive plays challenging for the Broncos. He pointed out the contrast between Nix's struggles and Brock Purdy's effectiveness, urging the Broncos to find ways to aid Nix's performance moving forward.
- •Broncos lost to 49ers on October 6, 2026, 24-14.
- •Bo Nix's completion rate was 25 of 42 passes.
- •Nix averaged 5.4 air yards per attempt, lowest recorded.
- •Colin Cowherd criticized Nix's inability to make deep throws.
- •Cowherd called for improved support for Nix from the Broncos.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Colin Cowherd reacts to Broncos’ ‘dink-and-dunk’ offense with Bo Nix
"Colin Cowherd feels that "everything looks hard" for Bo Nix following his recent performance. Will the Broncos' QB bounce back this week?
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