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The Denver Broncos secured their first victory of the season with a 26-7 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, thanks to rookie quarterback Bo Nix's impressive performance. Nix, who had faced struggles in the first two games, showcased his potential by completing 25 of 36 passes for 216 yards and scoring a rushing touchdown. The Broncos' aggressive strategy, led by coach Sean Payton, set the tone for the game, allowing Nix to find his rhythm early on. The Broncos' defense also played a crucial role, recording seven sacks against Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield.
- Bo Nix earns his first NFL win as a rookie quarterback.
- The Broncos' strategy to start aggressive paid off with an early lead.
- The defense's performance was key in limiting the Buccaneers' offense.
Bo Nix | QB
Breakout
Week 3
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1 carries
3 rush yards
1 rush TDs
216 pass yards
000- Nix completed 25 of 36 passes for 216 yards and had a rushing touchdown.
- He did not throw an interception and was not sacked, showing improvement from previous games.
- Coach Sean Payton praised Nix's composure and ability to lead the offense.
Denver Broncos
- The Broncos showed resilience after two losses, with a strong offensive and defensive performance.
- The team is focusing on building around Nix as their starting quarterback.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- The Buccaneers struggled defensively, failing to pressure Nix effectively.
- Coach Todd Bowles expressed disappointment in the team's tackling and overall performance.