Bo Nix, the quarterback for the Roncos, has recently attained a milestone that places him among Hall of Fame contenders.

Even the most hopeful Denver Broncos supporters likely did not foresee Bo Nix having the remarkable season he has experienced thus far. In the initial four games, the rookie quarterback managed only one touchdown against four interceptions, suggesting a challenging season ahead for the Broncos. However, Nix not only reversed this trend but also entered an elite category of quarterbacks who have accomplished a significant milestone—not as rookies, but during the prime of their NFL careers. Remarkably, Nix achieved this as a first-year player. He now stands alongside Aaron Rodgers, Drew Brees, Patrick Mahomes, and Tom Brady as the only quarterbacks to record 20 or more total touchdowns and two or fewer turnovers over a 10-game stretch in a season. While this does not guarantee Nix a place in the Hall of Fame, it underscores the historic nature of his performance, particularly as a rookie leading an offense lacking well-known receiving targets. For instance, when Mahomes reached this milestone in 2020, he had Travis Kelce and Tyreek Hill as his primary receiving options.

Nix is rapidly moving beyond the label of being the 'sixth quarterback taken in the draft' and is now being considered among the elite in the league. He has excelled in protecting the football, ranking in the top three for the percentage of his throws deemed turnover-worthy, while still effectively advancing the ball downfield. Currently, Nix ranks third in the NFL for completions of 20 or more yards, with 39 to his name this season, trailing only Sam Darnold and Jared Goff. Just behind him are Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson. Nix is demonstrating that he is more than what he exhibited in college, showcasing a level of game understanding that is rarely seen in rookie quarterbacks. Although there remains a long journey ahead in his career, Nix is increasingly indicating that he is not only a promising young talent but is also ascending into the conversation for franchise quarterbacks. Broncos Country has been yearning for quality quarterback play in recent years.