Jan 12, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills running back Ty Johnson (26) runs for a gain as Denver Broncos defensive end Zach Allen (99) tackles during the fourth quarter in an AFC wild card game at Highmark Stadium. / Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

The Denver Broncos' 2024 season concluded on Sunday with a 31–7 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the wild-card round. Now, rookie quarterback Bo Nix is speaking out about an injury he suffered in November. Nix confirmed on Monday that he played through three back fractures down the late stretch of the regular season.

The Denver Broncos believe in Bo Nix for many reasons, and one of the top reasons is his toughness and leadership. Nix, the No. 12 overall pick of the 2024 draft, proved how warranted the Broncos’ belief was,