Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton announced Thursday that quarterback Bo Nix is making steady progress recovering from his fractured ankle and should be ready for the team’s mandatory minicamp scheduled for June 16-18.
Nix was present but did not take part in team activities during the Broncos’ initial three days of voluntary organized team activities, which wrapped up Thursday in the first session accessible to reporters.
Payton described Nix’s rehabilitation as progressing well following the right ankle fracture he sustained during Denver’s divisional-round playoff victory against the Buffalo Bills on Jan. 17.
“It’s good,” Payton commented regarding Nix’s recovery status.
The coach noted that while media observers don’t witness pre-practice activities, Nix has been working on his throwing. “You don’t see the pre-practice, but he’s been throwing,” Payton explained. “I do think in our third week, when you guys (media) are out here for three straight days, I think you’ll see more of a role.”
According to Payton, Nix will likely sit out the second round of organized team activities planned for June 9-11 as well.
Currently, quarterbacks Jarrett Stidham and Sam Ehlinger are battling for the backup quarterback spot behind Nix.
The 26-year-old Nix underwent surgery three days following his injury and had an additional planned procedure performed on his ankle in April.
Since Denver selected him 12th overall in the 2024 NFL Draft, Nix has energized the franchise over two seasons. His regular-season performance includes a 24-10 record, 64.8 completion percentage, 7,706 passing yards, and 54 touchdown passes against 23 interceptions. Additionally, he has contributed 786 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns, helping guide the Broncos to playoff appearances in both seasons.
