Denver Broncos just PROVED they have what we all HOPED

I know it was just a preseason game, I know it was just the Indianapolis Colts, but the Denver Broncos just proved they have what we all hoped for....a franchise quarterback who can run Sean Payton's system exactly like he wants it to be run. In this video we will break down Bo's throws from this game and go over some of the biggest storylines from our first preseason game!
Let me know in the comments what your biggest takeaways were from our first NFL Preseason Game.
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[@franciscopomar2942]

Hi folks Saints fan here. I'm also a Sean Payton fan. Make a list of all the people that criticized Payton in Denver . That way when the season ends you know the people that don't know football. It takes 2 years to build a team. 3 for yours because of Wilson . Anyway good luck I cheer for Denver to. Except when they come to New Orleans ....Who Dat!!

[@SportsTalkDenver]

That was SICK to see! We will be using the ENTIRE field this year...what a novelty :)

[@SportsTalkDenver]

I love seeing this! It's a great sign when a coach leaves and his former team still likes him and respects him!

[@jonathanandrus6928]

Ever since I've seen Bo nix play at Oregon I told myself whoever drafts him is a lucky team and here we are

[@cloudboy2970]

same lol😂 so happy we got him

[@roryp6104]

I think it looked pretty good with some room to grow. Are we going to talk about how good the coaching and play calling was? Really encouraging.

[@John-hs4om]

I was mad for a sec that we kept Vance Joseph around. But now I’m glad. The defense in the first Quarter with the starters looked good asf

[@chancethomas6444]

Play calling was good enough it was clearly more efficient tho. Offense looked better as well.. it is preseason but I’m exited to see what we do in season

[@samjones4583]

You are exactly right that was vintage Sean Payton play calling. Drew Bress threw for a million yards under Sean's system. I noticed not sure anybody else did.

[@sobrcelt]

@@John-hs4om We didn't even have Zach Allen or John Franklin-Meyers on the field today, and that line was still stuffing the run. If Surtain had been playing, we might have had a coverage sack or two, as well. Hopefully, VJ continues to grow as a DC.

[@FGILL27]

@@roryp6104 💯

[@bobbyhillthe3rd]

All the rookies played amazing, and Sean paton called a great game from start to finish

[@rayyanhijazi9117]

Even the time management was great

[@joshdh46]

The biggest thing with Bo is his calmness. He looked genuinely comfortable, and under control the entire time. Dudes got the poise if a vet

[@mathgod]

Dude is chill. Those 9 seasons in college really helped.

[@martinbass8876]

I feel all the Breese/Saints comparisons are unwarranted. This is Mile High, and Nix is his Own Player. We have our Own Legacy.

[@coachbronco]

It's noticeable for me to spot Brees 2.0. You cannot hide that both throws accurately with many short throws. Too similar. Everyone notices that. Yes, Bo set something apart from Brees, who is a bit taller and runs really well.

[@DannyMedina-x4b]

Man, Bo can ball!!! He has an arm like Elway and a brain like Manning!!! I'm not saying we are going to win the Super Bowl, but we are going to make some noise 🎉

[@pro16K-k7k]

Glad you got to see Bo he is for real!

[@JOSEPHMATTHEWHOLLAND]

I'm from Western Kentucky but have family in Lakewood and Golden I've loved Denver since I was little and elway was king. Let's go Denver Broncos from Western Kentucky 🤘🤘🤘🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸💰💰💰🏆🏆🏆

[@DaleSteadman]

My favorite play was the fake handoff at the one yard line hitting Mims for the TD. He executed that perfectly, that is very hard to defend.

[@joey86bu1]

Nix's performance gave me a Bo-ner.

[@jaredfeeley926]

Lmaooo

[@Rainmankin]

Bo on the run to his left and hitting Sutton deserves some respect for that. Right handed qb rolling to the left and throwing with accuracy isn’t easy but he hit courtland perfect. Go Bo!!

[@thomasdavis5508]

Bo is what we need Bronco's for life

[@dariusp257]

Bo is solid because he has solid fundamentals. He is going to be good in the NFL. I watched him for two years at Oregon and he is systematic in his approach. Oregon's offense helps QB's like Nix and Herbert be very efficient in the NFL.

[@user-zr4km5ns8t]

By "Oregon's offense" you mean the Gus Malzahn No Huddle-Hurry Up philosophy that prevents defenses from being able to freely substitute. That is what they ran with both Kenny Dillingham & Will Stein...Malzahn disciples. Jordan Palmer, who trained Jarrett Stidham when he came out of the same exact system at Auburn & was drafted by the Patriots, said that he had NEVER seen a QB who was less prepared by his college system to play QB in the NFL. That offense not only artificially inflates the numbers for QBs, but when married to Air Raid spread concepts it magnifies that advantage. Mix in a clear talent advantage in terms of speed on the perimeter...what Oregon has always been known for over the last 20 years...plus the wider field that turns the horizontal passing game into an even bigger threat...& you have a system that does exactly the opposite of what you're saying. Bo showed some of this on Sunday. Watch two of his runs. He had receivers open downfield that he didn't see. He made the wrong read on the first pass that he almost had picked. He checked down or threw almost exclusively either to the sidelines or passes at or on either side of the LOS within a few yards. He completed nothing over the middle past the sticks, & his mechanics were BAD. Several times he threw off platform when there was no need for it & his accuracy suffered noticeably as a result. Will all this be magically fixed in 2 weeks? I have major doubts about that.

[@therealnivel458]

The TD pass to Mims was eye opening. Like you said. In real time it just looked on a different level and speed to anyone else I can think of.

[@CCookies84]

Defense was flying around in that 1st qtr. Offense looked amazing when Bo was in. The broncos are good again

[@6CoS1MoS6]

My favorite play was the touch down Estime scored. I was talking with a bunch of friends about how I was predicting they'd use him for 3rd down end zone to break through any defense wall the other team makes. Haha.

[@BroncoTlkPod]

Favorite play was either the Tim Patrick first down that he later got flagged for taunting on or the Blake Watson TD. Regardless of the back, watching our struggles punching the ball in over the last 5 years or so, watching that was a breath of fresh air.

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Dude- I was SOOOOO pumped with that Tim Patrick catch. So happy for him and for us!

[@drytoast1755]

oregon duck here...I knew you guys would like Bo Nix ....

[@nickyparker3705]

Ben been here from the start. Its awesome to see the shift in the narrative of the broncos after one preseason game. cant wait to see bo nix perform like crazy!

[@MrTheHeadlines]

As someone who has been a life long patriots fan but following Bo’s college career I wanted him to go to the patriots because I knew what all the teams was passing on they didn’t see but I saw but since he went to the broncos I’m a broncos fan now because of him hope he gets the qb1 job cause if he does they will do great with him

[@Jonathan81284]

Then you definitely ain't a real patriots cause you don't all the sudden become a broncos fan just cause of a player you were a patriots fan cause you wanted to be part of our dynasty you probably became a tampa fan after Brady left too I'm a huge JJ Mccarthy fan I'm not going to all the sudden become a vikings fan just cause he's a viking granted Vikings always been my 2nd favorite team cause they were my first favorite when I became a football fan I fell in love with Moss I was 10 years old and didn't know much but I'm a home town guy through and through

[@MrTheHeadlines]

@@Jonathan81284 don’t you dare question my loyalty to the pats bro I take that as disrespect I got the patriots tattooed on my body multiple times and been a fan since 1999 when I first understood what football and the nfl was but I can like 2 separate teams and I can do as I please ima fan of the players before any team but just because bo is a broncos now so I will support him and the team he plays for does not mean I can’t still love and support the patriots your weird dude you lucky I can jump through the phone and pop you in yo mouth for disrespecting me like I said this shit inked for life so watch out sucka

[@jhz55]

My favorite play was every play where he stepped up in the pocket. I really liked how he guided the offense post and pre snap, something we have not seen since Manning. Good QB's are the coach on the field, and Bo clearly embraces that role and his teammates obviously relish this leader. The whole thing, however casual it was, was refreshing. Bo's effort, organization, and command of the offense was clear, and I cannot wait to see what is to come!

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Right...he climbs the pocket like a vet...pretty sick to see in start 1!

[@coachbronco]

So true! I sense he will break a record....which one? I do not know. I know he's on the way to being a great QB in the NFL.

[@joshpunihaole6285]

Hope you and your son had a blast at his first broncos game !! Love to see Bo balling . BRONCOS COUNTRY

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Pretty special day! Lets goooooooo Broncos!

[@Tom_Agnetti]

I love seeing your channel grow as it is the fan in all of us channel. I'm your dad's age probably, and he must be proud of you repping the Broncos so well. My favorite play was Bo Nix TD pass. Quick read and release. I just subscribed to Sunday ticket as an East coaster fan and am hyped. Wish you continued success.

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Tom thanks so much man, it seriously means a lot! I'll have to have my dad on an episode this year! Sunday ticket is a GAME changer for out of market people. Look forward to connecting this year as we get back to the playoffs!

[@deandeanmunoz]

I was impressed with how well coached everyone seemed there were a few penalties and drops but all in all damn good game I bolieve we are going to be way better than we have been in years I’m very excited I’m just afraid to hope quite yet we have been hurt many times in Broncos Country

[@evanwaters8907]

Bo was 4/5 on Third down. Grwat execution

[@costinpallach914]

My favorite play was when Bo threw that touchdown it was absolutely the fastest throw I’ve seen a bronco qb make in along time

[@Jared_Langhorn]

was unable to catch the game today (i’m still upset abt it) but great nix recap. been a boliever since day one baby. playoffs (or heart break) here we come

[@user-zr4km5ns8t]

"When was the last time I saw the Broncos with 1:20 left do anything good?" That would be November 19, 2023 when Russell Wilson drove them 75 yards in 2 minutes & 14 seconds to score the winning TD against the Vikings with 1:03 left on the clock. That took us to 5-5 on the season after the terrible start. Unfortunately after beating Cleveland the next week, they lost 4 of 6 down the stretch as the defense gave up almost 30 points a game in the 4 losses.

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Dzang...that's a good take. Russ was very good in the 2 min when the normal scheme and playbook went out the window.

[@FGILL27]

Ben!!!!!!!!! Today was awesome! Thank you for the content on today! We appreciate you.

[@MaverickHitteman]

Can we talk about how sick the new uniforms looked on the field

[@johnsonnavinr2522]

I dont understand all the hate for them. Some of the Jeresy pants combos they showed off looked odd together BUT overall I like them

[@justinmcnall5171]

Yes we can! I've ways liked them but on the field they look soooo good!! Those helmets too!

[@ryanerickson5786]

Yuck no. I have no clue why they okayed that design.

[@b4ucmego]

The best play was the throw to Sutton on the sidelines as Bo was running and off balance.

[@rluellam]

That's the one I picked too.

[@alekm.5377]

Sutton is a good wideout no doubt.

[@danielb7660]

All 3 QB's looked good. Bo looked very good. If, Zach can continue to grow and be steady I would like to see the Broncos trade Stidham and then pick up Kedon Slovis from the Rams off their practice squad.

[@andrewf24]

I was excited to see our run defense look much improved!

[@Rainmankin]

Especially when Roach was playing.

[@andrewf24]

@@Rainmankin Yeah he played awesome

[@frankwolfe6464]

BO was my choice end of last season when I started watching QB prospects for this year …. No question

[@SportsTalkDenver]

I'll be honest, I wanted us to draft JJ but I'm SOOOOOO happy Sean got to make the pick and not me because it seems like Bo is HIM!

[@coachbronco]

@@SportsTalkDenver Yes, I knew Sean and Bo were a great match long before he was drafted. Btw, if any game has significant information to it, then do it for 15 minutes or more.

[@alexshapiro2614]

Love the content man, I know you said I’m at that 12min mark. Go 15-20mins. Like how you’re breaking things down

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Thanks so much for the feedback! I'll do it!

[@brandonbarrett8928]

After the game I thought about this channel I couldn’t wait for the reaction Bo Nix Roty!!!!!!!!!

[@dhuston25]

It’s Bo-time!!!

[@SportsTalkDenver]

🫡 No Doubt!

[@slapdonuts]

The offense as a whole looked pretty good. Nix needs to put a little more touch on the ball, a few too many hit the receiver HARD. (Specifically his first few passes.) But, overall I’m so so excited. He’s as advertised.

[@SportsTalkDenver]

We are definitely seeing why SP couldn't wait for the draft to be over to call into Pat McCafee show to rave about him!

[@camo5023]

yeah is it just me or do we love bo nix

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Haha...I'm trying SOOOO hard to dampen my expectations but he just keeps showing us why Sean Payton LOVED him and wanted to fly to his house on draft night...

[@camo5023]

@SportsTalkDenver dude it's not even a joke I feel you I wanted to expect the worst but yet he makes me love him

[@corpse131]

You weren't excited for the Broncos when they had Tim tebow? Remember when he had the game winning td pass in overtime.. to demarius Thomas

[@SportsTalkDenver]

I think the walkoff to DT was my favorite play in Broncos history! Tebow's jersey is on the wall to my left and his book on the shelf to my right! But I feel like Bo will have a lot more NFL success than Tebow!

[@GregRamos-vn5bu]

Good job, enjoy seeing these recaps that i miss

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Appreciate it!

[@denverbroncos5053]

17-0 BRONCOS COUNTRY LETS RIDE

[@SportsTalkDenver]

LETS GOOOOOOOO!!!!

[@LaCosaNostra007]

Broncos country let’s ride🤑💙🧡

[@trimalo3762]

If Bo isn't the starter in week one. I'm going to be so disappointed

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Me too!

[@kirkdavis3929]

Bo Nix has the sauce. Awesome Sauce! Vinny Joe's defense gave up a 30 Burger, WTF and that 6 second hang time Punt Holy heck Batman? Yeah, I know it was a punt but that thing was up there for 6 one thousands..We ain't seen a a punt like that in years..

[@Boggllez]

Jonah looked good off the edge Skinner played well Watson looks just as explosive as he did in college outside the fumble he looked great and Bo is no doubt now the starter I know they said hes starting the next pre season game if he does well there it's his job

[@zackaryfernandez4561]

The kid is a gamer he may not be flashy but he’s a field general

[@GobyTSB]

That dropped TD pass from Reynolds worried me for a second, but I know Reynolds aint gonnna be a Jerry Jeudy when the season starts. I havent had faith in a QB for us since Manning, but Bo seems to be the truth. I know people knocked his long college career, but I think its going to pay off. Sean Peyton gonna turn him into a pro bowl caliber QB

[@MyWifesYouTube]

We were both at the game! I took my colts fan brother in law. Glad we won

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Dude- Colts stadium was SICK right?!? Obviously nothing beats watching a game in Denver but it was my second favorite stadium ever. The Colts fans were actually very nice too!

[@BennyContraUHB]

I’m so happy! I bolive

[@davidwreschner]

Bo Nix, Nikola Jokic comparison after 1 preseason game is insane

[@frankwolfe6464]

The line needs to get it together with their pass protection no question . We need a DC ! VJ needs to go ! Work it out with Simmons get him back there !

[@SportsTalkDenver]

I think our first team defense was actually super good- Jonathan Taylor is one of the best backs in the league and he might as well not have played yesterday with how well we stopped him. We also had a ton of starters on defense who sat yesterday...no PS2, no Jonathan Allen, no John Franklin Meyers...

[@jericho2281999]

Perfect fit for Payton.

[@luanvegas9773]

Throws in the middle

[@Jon-cv4vx]

The "fumble" be Krull was not a fumble tbh! And the hit on Dulcich was helmet to helmet not called ! I can tell the refs are struggling already ! I was there live seen it with my own eyes ! Also met this man and his son in the video at halftime ! Keep up the great work bro you will make it big time ! Bo looked awesome BTW !

[@SportsTalkDenver]

That was so cool to meet you and your wife man! Thanks for reppin Broncos country on the road and for saying hi!

[@DustinZon-vs2qd]

If we are talking about how Bo nix looked good this coming Sunday. Bo nix should and probably will be the starting QB

[@BoNixIsHIM]

Not only should Bo Nix start, but Jaleel played really great. Compared to javonte

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Jaleel looks SICK!!!!

[@stevenbarny7126]

Been waiting for this video 🔥

[@oneloveforadventure]

Is Bo Nix and Sean Payton a match made in heaven?

[@SportsTalkDenver]

It's the coolest Bro-Mance in the league for sure!

[@FLjeffinPCB]

Bo had a very good game. I have a few concerns. Starting offensive live was average. Starting defensive secondary had trouble.

[@rluellam]

No. PS2 didn't even play. We never used our "starting defense."

[@Rainmankin]

The O-line didn’t allow a single sack.

[@rluellam]

@@Rainmankin And the running game was good, so they were opening holes.

[@davidlind3237]

I loved we had no 3 and outs.

[@greenman7yyy]

Thank you ..)

[@Littleofthisandthatt]

It's hard not to over react to the preseason with Nix.

[@user-ps3vl3pg6p]

I think everybody needs to quit comparing him to drew Brees. Love your show man

[@LjMccray-e1n]

Indeed

[@mikes_in_paradise78]

We looked ok... defense wise were great but to let the other team get 30 points ..we definitely need help stopping them on the other team having that much. 30 points given to the other team seems mind blowing. We are broncos, we are better than that. We need to clean it up and make better plays.

[@DENVERedits956]

First!! Also Bo Nix just ended the broncos QB drought!!🟠🔵

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Thank goodness I'm not the only one thinking that!

[@DENVERedits956]

I wish I could have been at this game! I think Sean Payton can develop him into a great QB!

[@GUITARTECHify]

long time broncos fan !!!!... big diference and I agree room to grow ( Boles and MCflinchey ) keep in mind the packer ARE NOT the colts !!!lol looking forward to the year.

[@dennisreesman9180]

If Tebow was a QB he would be Bo Nix.

[@goosinator6066]

Tebow was a qb and he was Tebow, dummy.

[@alekm.5377]

They getting way too hyped about one preseason game. Bo led 1 touchdown drive so what. Still way to early to go crazy about this.

[@enki4589]

It's Bo time!!!

[@frankwolfe6464]

He looked great ! And if you’re not learning every play and every game you don’t belong in the NFL . WR’s need to get aggressive and get the pig ! RB’s need to protect the pig! And the penalty’s need to be gone and we are on the way!

[@johnhoffman2761]

o line was solid

[@denvershadden3074]

Just breathe because we had too many drops and fumbles

[@LjMccray-e1n]

Yea that fumble return for TD was scary

[@johnsonnavinr2522]

Plumbers from serbia? Joker has my guy bogi. As a hawks fan, its exciting when that guy gets on a streak. He cant miss

[@berthabaron661]

He should be buzz lightyear for Halloween

[@LjMccray-e1n]

He did average he missed a player open when Josh Reynolds dropped a TD pass, I like how he scrambles I stead of standing in the pocket

[@jasonsprague8452]

I just wanna know where Troy Franklin was?

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Right? He only had 1 target. I think he could be very good but I definitely didn't see that yesterday.

[@andrewa6786]

his throwing mechanics look a bit choppy to me for some reason, and you can tell where he's going to pass to. other than that he was great, and those things can be fixed. zach looked great as well.

[@tunasandwich395]

Gotta work on that defense and penalties for sure but the offense looked good with all 3 QB's

[@alexfodor2307]

What row were you in?!?!? i was in the first row behind the sidelines. Would’ve been great to meet you!

[@bentheo]

Bo is no Drew Brees. This was one preseason game. I thought he and Wilson were about the same although Bo maybe moved around the pocket a little better.

[@yukonphiltoyhunter]

Typical Broncos fans. He played 1 PRESEASON GAME! Hell someone go get him a HOF jacket.

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Haha- very reasonable take...I'll wait to see him in the regular season before I buy tickets to the Superbowl but he just seems to clear every hurdle that's put in front of him and I really do Bo-lieve!

[@Warthogg-wv5wg]

Lets fkn go!

[@spencerdavidson8629]

We did really good besides our butter fingers

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Haha..I'm 99% sure if Stidham threw me the ball I'd bobble it just like Perine did 😂

[@OriginalWhiteDevil]

Nix looked ok for his first game, but he needs to plant his feet and get into the throw.

[@mauricebrown8546]

Thank God we got Rid of Wilson Pretty suck if Wilson wasn’t cut and played a preseason game maybe had a fumble or a pick

[@placentalsaute]

1. Stidham is what he is: basically a reincarnated Brock Osweiler. Uninspiring and scared to push the ball past the sticks 2. Nix looked phenomenal 3. Wilson impressed against the 3rd stringers. A situation in which he absolutely should dominate. Even with only 2 drives, Stidham looked like the prototypical Broncos QB, post-Manning. Boring and predictable.

[@LjMccray-e1n]

Playing calling was average defense play calling look like the dolphins game vibes all over again

[@holgerdanske2081]

Dude, set yourself like Stidham before you shoot the hoop! 😉

[@imsuddenlyhome4806]

I thought Nix’s passes were snappier and well placed, more so than the other QBs, even the incompletions. As he gets more time with the speed of the game and delivers 1st down after 1st down, his “it” factor will be allowed to bloom.

[@jeffreywingham5302]

During the game one of the reporters showed the Broncos are favored in 1 game, game 8. It's time to stop talking and win, preseason doesn't mean anything

[@SportsTalkDenver]

Good point! It's gonna happen! They put our over under on the jumbotron and all the Broncos fans around me just shook their heads. The doubt is ridiculous. Payton has never won less than 7 games and he definitely won't this year.

[@rubenaquino2925]

Where can I get that hat Ben

[@SportsTalkDenver]

My parents got it for me for Christmas two years ago. It was one of the salute to service caps...they usually roll them out in like December when they rock the Salute to Service get up

[@Rusty-c8m]

Hilo!

[@LjMccray-e1n]

Playing callong was aberage defense play calling look like the dolphins game vibes all over again

[@mathgod]

Nobody, I repeat, nobody expects you to be objective.

[@qalv97]

Get some wins

[@johnos4892]

Bo had a great day, but Wilson actually had a better QB rating than NIX.

[@hoppman6649]

Wilson played against 3rd teamers and future uber drivers, Wilson is a stiff.

[@TrustTree8117]

those uniforms are atrocious!

[@therealyoungbafia]

0:52 stop the cap bruh💀 zach wilson is not good bruh

[@user-zr4km5ns8t]

Ben...go back & look at each pass. Almost every one was either a check down, a designed swing pass out of the backfield to a back or TE near or behind the LOS, or it was outside the hash marks. That is EXACTLY what Russell Wilson was being constantly criticized for. Of the three I saw that were not, his first one hit the Colts corner in the stomach & should have been an easy INT. On that play he had a wide open receive at the 48 yard line...which is what Wilson took hell for...not seeing open receivers. That was the proper read sir. His second pass could have been picked also, but he threw it into the ground. You noted that he was "throwing off platform", but what you did not notice is that HE HAD NO REASON TO DO THAT! He was in no danger of taking a sack. He should have planted his feet & set himself to drive the ball. It doesn't MATTER if you step up in the pocket if your mechanics sucks. That is why the ball was in the turf. On the 3rd pass over the middle, the deep ball was overthrown. If you see something else...let me know. The vast majority of the yardage he threw for was gained after the fact by receivers & backs operating against the Colts 2nd unit defense. Much of it was also gained when the Colts were playing a soft pass prevent zone & playing off the LOS several yards, a fact noted more than once by the Indy TV announcers. Conversely...find a mistake that Jarrett Stidham made. He didn't make ANY. He also wasn't given a real chance to play, which is what I think we all knew was coming. Stidham got two series, & his time was cut short when Perine's bobbled pass added an INT to his stats that Stidham did not deserve. This is apparently not a real competition. The starter gets two series, then gets pulled for something that was not even close to his fault. None-the-less...he will be criticized now for playing an error free game against the Colts 1st team defense while Nix gets to bask in the glory of an average outing playing against backup players. All this said...I'm NOT down on what I saw from Nix today. It's what I EXPECT from any rookie QB, especially in his first game. But then I don't expect him to go from this to starting caliber QB in the next 3 weeks like you do.. Therefore, it's just fine with me that he made some mistakes. It's even fine that he couldn't complete anything in the middle of the field. I don't WANT him to be throwing into the teeth of a defense if he can't read it properly. Don't you think that is why Payton didn't call plays for him to do that? Think about it...that's exactly why. There was nothing unusual about what I saw from Nix today. It was similar to what I saw from Teddy Bridgewater, & VERY similar to what I saw from Russell Willson. But that is not who he is supposed to be is it? He's supposed to be the savior of the franchise. I don't need to see that from him. I'm happy to see he's just a guy who will need developing like any other rookie. Why? Because the guy Sean Payton won the Super Bowl with ALSO NEEDED THAT. And that is good enough for me.

[@SportsTalkDenver]

I appreciate the nuance here for sure. I just feel like Nix scored on all his possessions other than the Krull fumble and his "checkdowns" were all in time so the receiver could make a play. Russ's checkdowns were after the routes had been run and so the defense was coming back and pouncing on the play but I definitely agree with some of your Stidham points. Very well thought out take.

[@user-zr4km5ns8t]

@@SportsTalkDenver The primary factor in all four of Bo's scoring drives was the way the OL consistently opened holes in the run game. The ground attack is how he moved the ball, & two of the drives were aided by critical PI penalties on the Colts, one on a deep ball that put them into scoring position. It's nice when that happens, but it shouldn't be taken as an indicative factor to consider in looking at his game performance. What I see is a guy who has issues with mechanics, issues with seeing the field, issues with coming off his primary or secondary read at times, & has to demonstrate that he is capable of being a truly viable threat to the middle of the field beyond the short zone 10 yards past the LOS. All of that is what YOU yourself say you had a problem with related to Russ. None of these issues actually bothers me however. Why? Because I've never thought it wise to start ANY ROOKIE QB. Yes...occasional outliers exist like Peyton Manning or Burrow or Stroud. I find it noteworthy that among those outliers you won't find the names Drew Brees, Patrick Mahomes or Aaron Rodgers. Should Bo be considered more ready than they were??? That's a huge risk my friend. If he fails, there is no going back to Stidham. We saw what happened when Uncle Vic did that with Drew Lock. If you REALLY believe in Nix....consider that protecting his future here is worth the wait.