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Sports · Football (NFL) · published 2026-08-26 · via The Athletic

Broncos Likely to Rest Nix in Preseason Finale, Coach Says

Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton indicated that quarterback Bo Nix will probably sit out Friday's preseason finale against the Minnesota Vikings, reversing an earlier plan. Nix played 15 snaps in the second preseason game, completing 6 of 9 passes for 76 yards and a touchdown, and Payton said he looked 'ready for Week 1.' The team opens the regular season against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 14.

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