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Bo Nix Pumps Brakes on John Elway Comparisons After Vance Joseph's Praise

Nix frames the lofty endorsement as a responsibility he intends to earn over time.

Overview

  • Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph said on Nov. 24 that Bo Nix is the Broncos’ “future John Elway” and touted his playmaking on the Big Al & CJ show.
  • Nix responded on Nov. 26 by appreciating the confidence but urging people to “slow down” on comparisons to Elway as he continues his development.
  • Denver returns from its Week 12 bye at 9-2 with a Week 13 road game against Washington, reflecting the team’s surge under Nix’s leadership.
  • Through 11 games, Nix has 2,421 passing yards with 18 touchdowns, 8 interceptions and a 61.2% completion rate.
  • John Elway recently said Nix has “all the tools” and is settling down, while Joseph highlighted Nix’s toughness, competitiveness and practice-to-game carryover.