Bo Nix Watch: Rookie QB rebounds after rough first half in loss to Chargers

Lowlight: Nix’s worst moment on Sunday came on the first drive of the game. Facing a third-and-8, Nix threw down the field to Marvin Mims Jr., but the ball was off target and tipped off the wide receiver’s outstretched hand before being intercepted by safety Elijah Molden. The turnover kicked off a rough half of football for Denver’s rookie quarterback.

Analysis: Nix realized quickly that he wasn’t playing against the Raiders. Nix had 27 yards passing and a 9.8 rating through three quarters. In the first half, he had a passer rating of zero. Nix struggled to push the ball down the field, especially when the Broncos needed to put points on the board. His accuracy was all over the place and there were times when he held onto the ball for too long. Granted, Nix showed his competitiveness, giving the Broncos a chance down the stretch. He threw two straight touchdown passes to cut the deficit down to 10 points. If only he was able to play like that in the first half.

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JK Dobbins: The Chargers running back’s comeback story has been impressive. After injuries plagued him during his time in Baltimore, he has become an impactful player in the backfield for the Chargers. On Sunday, Dobbins rushed for 98 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries.