Bo Nix is entering his third season with an incredible 60+ total touchdowns and over 7,700 passing yards already under his belt, and his All-Pro teammate Patrick Surtain II just dropped some serious truth about why Nix is about to explode. Surtain II is hyping up the third-year quarterback big time, and it’s clear the Broncos are expecting huge things in 2026. This team has a ton of continuity, but the new faces on offense are there to take them to the next level.
Nix is Locked In For a Huge Year 3
Forget where he was drafted; Bo Nix has arguably been the best quarterback from his class, with his total production ranking near the top of the entire NFL over the past two seasons. We’re talking 10 game-winning drives and 8 fourth-quarter comebacks already. That’s clutch, people! Patrick Surtain II caught up with reporters after practice yesterday and couldn’t stop raving about Nix’s growth this offseason. Surtain said, “I think his cerebral approach to the game is off the charts. I always say he’s so poised, but he’s always had that calm demeanor going into his third year just bringing all the guys together offensively and just being a tremendous leader on the team. He’s got that dog attitude to him, and that’s what you want in a quarterback.” That “dog attitude” combined with his brains and leadership? Yeah, he’s poised for a massive season.
Defense Needs to Force Some Turnovers
Look, it’s not all on Nix to carry this squad. The defense absolutely has to step up and improve where they struggled in 2025, especially when it comes to forcing turnovers. Head Coach Sean Payton was vocal late last season about the D needing to create more big plays, and they actually answered the call. In multiple December games, they forced two turnovers, and then against the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Divisional Round, they racked up an insane five turnovers. That was crucial for them advancing to the AFC Championship game! But here’s the kicker: that progress needs to be consistent. Last year, Denver finished in the bottom third of the league. Defensive Coordinator Vance Coordinator, his staff, and the players have been laser-focused all offseason on finding ways to create more takeaways.
The 2026 regular season kicks off for the Broncos in less than two weeks with a primetime Monday Night Football showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs. The energy around this team, especially with Nix’s potential and the defense’s determination, is amplified. You know the pressure is on to show that amplified drive and avoid another “What If?” season.
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Originally reported by Mile High Report.
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