Broncos QB Bo Nix out for season after breaking ankle bone vs. Bills
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Broncos quarterback Bo Nix suffered a broken bone in his right ankle during the final series of Denver's 33-30 overtime win against the Bills, requiring surgery and ending his season, coach Sean Payton confirmed.
- Nix is scheduled for surgery on Tuesday in Birmingham, Alabama, and Jarrett Stidham will start in the AFC Championship Game, with Sam Ehlinger as backup.
- Nix had a strong performance with 308 yards of total offense and three touchdown passes, leading key drives late in the game before his injury occurred.
- Payton praised Nix's leadership and resilience, noting the team has faced multiple key player losses this season but remains focused on the next challenge.
- Stidham, a
