Sean Payton responds to Geoff Schwartz's Bo Nix analysis on Twitter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 6:22 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton reacted on social media to Geoff Schwartz's comments regarding quarterback Bo Nix. Schwartz had stated Nix doesn't often push the ball downfield, but a 'Community Note' highlighted that Nix has thrown the most deep touchdown passes since joining the NFL in 2024. Payton's reply suggested a divide between those who pay attention to players' performances and those who do not, prompting numerous positive reactions from fans and analysts on Twitter/X. Nix, entering his third year with the Broncos, has a starting record of 24-10 and 64 total touchdowns.
- •Sean Payton defended Bo Nix on social media against Geoff Schwartz's criticism.
- •Geoff Schwartz claimed Nix doesn't frequently push the ball downfield.
- •A Community Note indicated Nix leads with 19 deep touchdowns since 2024.
- •Payton's comment garnered positive reactions from fans on Twitter.
- •Bo Nix has a record of 24-10 and 64 total touchdowns heading into the new season.
- 6:22 PMYahoo Sports — Twitter reacts after Sean Payton claps back at Geoff Schwartz’s Bo Nix analysis
"Broncos coach Sean Payton clapped back at Geoff Schwartz’s analysis of Bo Nix, and Twitter loved it.
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