Sun, Nov 17, 9:12 PM ESTJeff Legwold, ESPN Senior Writerespn3 analyses
In a commanding performance, rookie quarterback Bo Nix led the Denver Broncos to a 38-6 victory over the Atlanta Falcons, showcasing his potential with a career-high 307 passing yards and four touchdown passes. This win keeps the Broncos in the AFC playoff race, improving their record to 6-5. Nix's recent performances have drawn praise from teammates and coaches, highlighting his growth and ability to excel under pressure.
  • Bo Nix has shown significant improvement over the last few games, establishing himself as a key player for the Broncos.
  • The Broncos have successfully navigated through the NFC South, winning four of their six games against teams from that division.
  • With six AFC games remaining, the Broncos are focused on maintaining their playoff position.
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Week 11
307 pass yards
4 pass TDs
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  • Nix achieved career bests in passing yards, touchdown passes, and completion percentage.
  • He has thrown 13 touchdown passes in the last seven games, showing remarkable improvement after a rough start to the season.
  • Nix has not thrown an interception in four of his last five games.
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  • The Broncos are now 6-5 and remain in the playoff hunt in the AFC.
  • They have dominated NFC South teams this season, which has significantly boosted their record.
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  • The Falcons struggled defensively against the Broncos, allowing four touchdown passes.
  • This loss highlights ongoing challenges for the Falcons in maintaining competitiveness in games.