Broncos QB Bo Nix likely in for lengthy rehab after ankle surgery
Key Points:
- Broncos quarterback Bo Nix suffered a fractured bone in his right ankle during a recent game and will undergo surgery performed by Dr. Norman Waldrop III in Birmingham, Alabama.
- Recovery from ankle fractures requiring surgery typically spans three to six months, depending on the severity of the fracture, ligament damage, and any prior injury complications.
- Nix has a history of ankle injuries, including previous fractures and surgery on his right ankle at Auburn University, which may affect his recovery but not necessarily increase fracture risk.
- Post-surgery rehabilitation will include immobilization for 2-6 weeks followed by gradual weight-bearing and range-of-motion exercises, alongside strength maintenance for other muscle groups.
- Denver head coach Sean Payton emphasized focusing on the