November 8th 2024.
It's no secret that rookie quarterbacks have had a tough time against the Kansas City Chiefs since 2019, only managing to secure one win. Despite this, the Chiefs are not underestimating the potential of Bo Nix, the first-year signal caller for the opposing team.
During a press conference in Kansas City on Thursday, Chiefs defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo acknowledged Nix's athletic abilities and the challenges that come with facing a quarterback who can move quickly on his feet. "It can be a bit of a headache because you have to be careful about what you do on defense, knowing that he has the potential to make you look bad with his running," Spagnuolo said. "But we have to give credit where credit is due, they have a talented quarterback on their hands."
Nix has proven to be a threat with his speed this season, racking up 58 carries for 295 yards and four touchdowns – making him the fifth-highest rushing quarterback in the league. Additionally, 27 of his rushing attempts have led to a first down, ranking him third among all quarterbacks and tied for 18th among all players.
Spagnuolo also mentioned that Nix has been improving with each game, citing his recent recognition as the NFL's Offensive Rookie of the Month. In his last five games, Nix has thrown for 1,093 yards, seven touchdowns, and only two interceptions. "For a rookie, he has impressive command on the field," Spagnuolo noted. "I went back and watched his first game, and he was already doing things that you wouldn't expect a rookie to do. He's definitely a talented player."
In other news, it seems that Broncos safety P.J. Locke is nearing his return to the field after being a full participant in practice for the second consecutive day. This puts him in a good position to play against the Chiefs on Sunday, after missing the last two games due to injury.
Joining Locke as full participants in practice were center Luke Wattenberg, safety Delarrin Turner-Yell, defensive end Zach Allen, right tackle Mike McGlinchey, and nose tackle D.J. Jones. Linebacker Drew Sanders was limited in practice.
On the offensive side, the Broncos have a good problem on their hands with Wattenberg's return. With both him and second-year lineman Alex Forsyth vying for the starting center spot, offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi sees it as a positive. "Having depth is always a good thing," Lombardi explained. "We have confidence in both of those guys."
Wattenberg had been out for the last four games due to an ankle injury, but Forsyth has stepped up in his absence and has been performing well. "Alex has done a great job," Lombardi praised. "He's been able to control the line of scrimmage, and we all have faith in his decisions."
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