Denver Broncos starting quarterback Bo Nix threw out the first pitch in the New York Yankees versus Colorado Rockies series.It was Nix first time in his career throwing out the first pitch in a professional game. It was the beginning of a three-game series between the Yankees and the Rockies.
Nix dressed in a Colorado Rockies jersey and flashing a confident smile, the quarterback soaked in the applause before winding up and delivering the pitch which was a solid toss that sailed right over the plate. In an article by Mark Inabinett, Nix stated he has seen the Rockies play a few times this season.
“I know they’ve had a tough go at it at the beginning,” Nix said. “But they’re professionals, and they’re going to handle it the right way. I’m excited to see them continue to push forward and continue to work. Not everything in life is easy. I think they’re extremely blessed and grateful for the opportunity to be Major Leaguers, and they’re going to find a way through it.”
The Rockies are one of the worst teams in the league as they have the worst record in baseball as they are 8-42 on the season.
Nix is excited about the upcoming season
Nix is excited about the upcoming season as he will enter the season with one year of experience. The Broncos added a dynamic running back via the draft in RJ Harvey this summer and Evan Engram through free agency.
“We’re excited for a good Year 2,” Nix said before taking the mound. “A lot of work to be done, but we’re excited to start practicing. “We got a good schedule, a tough schedule, a lot of times to go out there and prove ourselves. That’s what we want to do. We just want to play good football, not only for the organization but for the city and each teammate.”
Nix rookie season
Nix had one of the better rookie seasons in NFL history. He was taken with the 12th overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft out of Oregon. He threw for 3,775 yards which ranked 12th in the league, while also passing for 29 touchdowns which ranked 6th. Nix was also an effective runner as he rushed for 430 yards and 4 touchdowns. But stats only tell part of the story. It’s the clutch throws, the pre-snap adjustments, and the confidence they instill in teammates that define his impact.
Nix is explosive with his arm and electric with his legs, he brings a dynamic style of play that leaves fans in awe and defensive coordinators scrambling. Whether it’s launching a 60-yard bomb on the run or escaping a collapsing pocket to turn a broken play into a touchdown, Bo embodies the new era of quarterbacking fast, fearless, and fluid. As the league shifts toward speed and versatility, Nix is leading the charge. They represent a new blueprint for success at the quarterback position. It should be a great season in Denver as Nix is ready to lead the charge in year two.
