Super Bowl winner backs Broncos QB Bo Nix for Rookie of the Year Award
Ed McCaffrey sees Bo Nix's value to the Broncos, with results validating the coaches' faith in the rookie as a top NFL freshman contender.
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Ever since the departure of Hall of Famer Peyton Manning, the Denver Broncos searched for a quarterback to build their team around, and Bo Nix fits the bill perfectly. Former Broncos wide receiver Ed McCaffrey backed Nix to be successful with the team.
McCaffrey received valuable input from his youngest son, Luke McCaffrey (Washington Commanders), who played with Nix in the Senior Bowl. According to McCaffrey, leadership comes naturally to the Oregon graduate.
On senior day, players from different systems band together to showcase their talent. Nix picked up the coach’s calls and applied them to his game effortlessly.
The initial days with the Broncos were those of struggle, as he was still adapting to Sean Payton’s system. Once he got the hang of it, the 24-year-old dominated the opposition. After throwing a few interceptions early on, Nix recorded 16 touchdowns—11 in the last four to lead the Broncos to seven wins in twelve games.
McCaffrey placed Nix beside Washington’s rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels in the same bracket for the Offensive Rookie of the Year Award.
Man, has he thrived. Just like Jayden [Daniels]. We are talking about two phenomenal rookie quarterbacks who are gonna be rookie of the year this year and watch both of them every week which has grown and become better and more confident throughout the year. But it started with them having talent, being coachable, being great leaders.
Ed McCaffrey said via Up & Adams
3x SB Champ and former #Broncos WR Ed McCaffrey has seen A LOT of Bo Nix. So, what does he think of the team's rookie sensation QB?
— Up & Adams (@UpAndAdamsShow) December 2, 2024
"He is the RIGHT quarterback for the Denver Broncos, and I think he's proven it." ?@heykayadams @87ed @BoNix10 @Broncos | #BroncosCountry pic.twitter.com/hsO214y3Js
Ed McCaffrey sees Bo Nix leading the Broncos into the playoffs
There are five games left until the regular season wraps up. The Broncos currently sit just outside of the automatic qualification from the AFC. It will not be easy, as teams like the Ravens, Chargers, Steelers, and Texans want the same. On top of it, two spots, the Chiefs and the Bills, have already locked two slots, making their job even harder.
McCaffrey, who won three Super Bowls during his playing days, understands the importance of qualifying for postseason football, which isn’t easy considering the Broncos have the Chiefs in the division.
It’s tough when Kansas City is in your division but they have proved that they can play toe to toe with anyone and should have beaten the Chiefs. Talk about the ball not really bouncing in your way. I am excited for him [Bo Nix]. He is the right quarterback for the Denver Broncos.
Ed McCaffrey added
The Broncos’ path to the playoffs isn’t easy. After playing the Browns on Monday night, they still have to face the likes of the Bengals, Chargers, and the Chiefs on the final day.
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