Sean Payton drafts Bo Nix with the same confidence he had in Patrick Mahomes, reflecting high hopes for the new Denver Broncos quarterback.
Payton's approach was meticulous and discreet, mirroring the intense confidence he previously invested in Patrick Mahomes during the 2017 draft process before the Kansas City Chiefs selected the three-time Super Bowl champion, as reported by Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix carries the ball against the Liberty Flames in the first halfBack then, as head coach of the Saints , Payton was ready to select Mahomes with the 11th overall pick, only to see the Chiefs snatch him just one slot earlier.
This selection also compares Payton's successful tenure with Drew Brees in New Orleans, suggesting Payton sees a similar trajectory with Nix. Payton's history of nurturing quarterback talent and achieving great success, including a Super Bowl win with Brees, adds a promising outlook to Nix’s future with the Broncos., who played briefly for Payton when he became head coach of the New Orleans Saints in 2006, drew comparisons between Nix and Brees. Speaking on Denver Sports/104.
Nix's stellar performance at Oregon, where he amassed 8,101 yards, 74 touchdowns, and only 10 interceptions over two seasons, caught the attention of many, including NFL scouts. His record-breaking feats—such as the highest single-season completion percentage in FBS history at 77.4 percent—only heightened his appeal.
The Broncos' quarterback depth chart has grown notably deeper and more competitive. Nix will join Jarrett Stidham, Ben DiNucci, and the newly added Zach Wilson in vying for roles. With Nix entering the NFL at 24, he should be well-prepared to compete for an immediate role.
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