Bo Nix is an American football quarterback for the Denver Broncos.
Born in 2000, he excelled in high school in Alabama before playing college football at Auburn University and then at the University of Oregon.
Selected by the Broncos in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, Nix quickly became the team’s starting quarterback.
In his debut season, he achieved notable milestones, including his first win in Week 3, his first passing touchdown in Week 4, and a franchise record of five wins as a rookie by Week 8.
Despite a strong start to his NFL career and high praise from figures like Mike Vick, some analysts have ranked Nix lower than anticipated among NFL quarterbacks.
Parents
Bo is the son of Patrick and Krista Nix, who have played significant roles in his life and football career.
His father, Patrick Nix, was a quarterback for the Auburn Tigers from 1992 to 1995 and is celebrated for his leadership during the 1993 Iron Bowl, which solidified his legacy at Auburn.
He has been a major influence on Bo’s journey in football, providing guidance and support throughout his development as a player.
Krista Nix, Bo’s mother, has also been a crucial source of support. While she has not been professionally involved in sports, her encouragement has been vital to Bo’s success.
Career
Nix began his college career at Auburn University, immediately taking on the role of starting quarterback as a true freshman in 2019.
His impressive performance led to being named the SEC Freshman of the Year, highlighted by a memorable Iron Bowl victory against Alabama.
While he exhibited promise during his time at Auburn, Nix sought a fresh start, transferring to the University of Oregon after the 2021 season.
At Oregon, Nix experienced a career resurgence, thriving in a quarterback-friendly offensive system. His completion percentage soared, and he regained his confidence.
The 2023 season was exceptional, as he passed for 4,508 yards and 45 touchdowns, finishing third in the Heisman Trophy voting.
He broke records, including Mac Jones’s single-season completion percentage mark, and led the NCAA in pass completions, completion percentage, and passing touchdowns.
He tied a single-season conference record with four Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Week awards and set a new all-time record with seven in his career.
Nix received several honors during his college career, including the SEC Freshman of the Year award in 2019 and the prestigious Campbell Trophy in 2023.
He was also a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2023, finishing third in the voting.
His impressive performance earned him the Offensive MVP title in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, capping off a remarkable college career.