Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton is standing by rookie quarterback Bo Nix despite a rough season opener. Nix struggled, throwing for only 138 yards on 42 attempts in a loss to Seattle. Payton acknowledged Nix’s mistakes but emphasized the need for better protection from the offensive line.
One particular play stood out to Payton, where Nix missed a key opportunity due to poor protection. Throughout the game, Nix faced pressure on 36.7% of his dropbacks, leading to sacks and scrambling. Payton highlighted the need for improvement in red-zone offense and emphasized the importance of supporting Nix better moving forward.
Despite Nix’s struggles, Payton was optimistic about left tackle Garett Bolles’ ankle injury, confirming negative X-rays and MRIs. In addition, safety Brandon Jones made a solid debut after missing preseason action due to a hamstring injury. Payton praised Jones’ performance and expressed confidence in his ability to contribute to the team.
Looking ahead, Payton is focused on enhancing the team’s overall performance to support Nix and improve offensive efficiency. Broncos fans can stay updated on the team by signing up for the Broncos Insider newsletter to receive in-depth NFL analysis and news.
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