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Sean Payton confirms Bo Nix is ready for Broncos season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 6:35 AM

Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Sean Payton confirms Bo Nix is ready for Broncos season opener

Summary

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton announced that quarterback Bo Nix will play without restrictions as the season approaches. Nix, recovering from an ankle injury sustained during last season's playoffs, made a successful return in the second week of preseason against the Green Bay Packers. He completed six of nine passes for 76 yards and one touchdown, impressing Payton and fans alike. The Broncos are looking for Nix to build on a strong regular season last year, where he amassed 3,931 passing yards and 25 touchdowns, bolstered by offseason acquisitions like Jaylen Waddle.

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•Bo Nix played without restrictions in preseason against the Packers.
•He completed six of nine passes for 76 yards and one touchdown.
•Nix sustained his ankle injury in the final moments of a playoff game last season.
•Head coach Sean Payton expressed confidence in Nix's efficiency in practice.
•The Broncos invested in playmakers to support Nix's development.

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6:35 AMYahoo Sports — ‘No Restrictions’ — Broncos HC Sean Payton Delivers the Bo Nix Update Every Fan in Denver Wants to Hear

What they're saying

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Bo Nix was on the verge of greatness last season. After an excellent showing in the regular season, he went a step further in the playoffs, only for it all to come crashing down with an injury.
— Yahoo Sports

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