September 29th 2024.
The Denver Broncos had a tough game against the New York Jets on Sunday, but ultimately came out on top with a close 20-16 victory. The stat line for quarterback Bo Nix was not the most impressive, going 11 for 25 for only 60 yards and one touchdown. He also had five carries for just three rushing yards. However, it was his determination and resilience that ultimately led the team to victory.
In the third quarter, Nix conducted a remarkable 11-play, 87-yard scoring drive that put the Broncos ahead. He completed a 29-yard pass to wide receiver Courtland Sutton on third-and-11, followed by an 8-yard touchdown pass to Sutton – the first of Nix's NFL career. Earlier in the quarter, Nix also connected with Sutton for a 23-yard completion.
But it wasn't all smooth sailing for Nix. In the first half, he had a performance that could be likened to a horror movie. He completed 7 out of 15 passes for a total of negative 7 yards. That's right, negative. He did not complete a single pass beyond the line of scrimmage and had a 0% success rate on 16 dropbacks – the first player to do so in the Next Gen Stats era.
However, in the second half, Nix bounced back and showed his resilience. Despite his struggles in the first two quarters, he didn't let it affect him and continued to push the ball down the field. He also didn't appear to have any issues with the ball slipping out of his hands, which had been a problem in previous games.
While Nix may have been the headline of the game, running back Javonte Williams also had a stellar performance. He had 16 carries for 77 yards, averaging 4.8 yards per carry. This was his best game of the season so far, and he played a crucial role in both scoring drives for the Broncos.
However, not all players had a great game. Cornerback Riley Moss had a costly mistake that almost cost the team the game. He was flagged for defensive pass interference, giving the Jets a chance to tie or win the game in the final minute. Luckily, Jets kicker Greg Zuerlein missed the 50-yard field goal attempt, giving the Broncos a major break.
Despite the challenges and close call, the Broncos were able to come out on top and secure the victory. It was a game of two halves for Nix, but in the end, his determination and resilience paid off. And with players like Williams stepping up, the Broncos continue to show their strength and potential. For more news and analysis on the Broncos, be sure to sign up for the Broncos Insider.
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