Bo Nix Struggles With Ultra-Conservative Play Style in Denver

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is enduring a difficult developmental regression, ranking as the NFL's most conservative signal-caller with a league-low downfield passing percentage. Despite leading Denver to a 4-2 record, Nix is relying heavily on checkdowns and yards after catch. Head coach Sean Payton took back play-calling duties from coordinator Davis Webb, hoping to reignite an offense struggling to generate explosive plays.