Former Oregon Ducks quarterback Bo Nix had many doubters going into his rookie year in the NFL. Selected as the last of six quarterbacks to be drafted in the first round last year, there were few expectations for Nix to succeed with the Denver Broncos in his first season under head coach Sean Payton. Nix proved those doubters wrong, though.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix finished third in the voting for The Associated Press NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year for the 2024 season. The award was presented to Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels during the “NFL Honors” program on Thursday night in New Orleans.

EUGENE – Many former Oregon Ducks had successful rookie seasons in the NFL in 2024, including Denver Broncos receiver Troy Franklin, Green Bay Packers safety Ev