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Bo Nix Breaks Rookie TD Record as Broncos Sweep Raiders with 29-19 Win

Nov 25, 2024, 12:50 AM

Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix led his team to a 29-19 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, marking the Broncos' first win in Las Vegas and first regular-season sweep of the Raiders since 2014. Nix threw for 273 yards, completing 25 of 42 passes, with two touchdowns and no interceptions, breaking the team's rookie touchdown record. His performance included an excellent late touchdown throw that sealed the win. Over the past nine games, Nix has accumulated 19 touchdowns and just two interceptions, showcasing significant improvement from his early-season struggles. Since September, where he had only one touchdown and four interceptions, Nix has thrown 16 touchdowns with only two interceptions, leading the Broncos to a 5-3 record in that span and an overall 7-5 record. He has been particularly effective on deep passes over the past two weeks, completing 15 of 21 attempts for 321 yards and three touchdowns without interceptions, achieving a passer rating of 153.3 on such throws. Nix leads all rookies with five games of over 200 passing yards, two or more touchdowns, and no interceptions. His stellar play has positioned him as a strong candidate for Offensive Rookie of the Year and has kept the Broncos in the playoff race.