Payton's Plea: Let Bo Nix 'Rip' It Up

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton has publicly encouraged quarterback Bo Nix to "let it rip," a phrase borrowed from the show "The Bear." This directive aims to revitalize Nix's play, as Payton believes the young quarterback has "done a ton of things well" but needs to embrace a more decisive approach. Analyst Dan Orlovsky has pointed out a "significant" regression in Nix's timing and rhythm in recent games. Orlovsky specifically noted Nix moving into pressure even with a clean pocket, a tendency not seen previously.

Next Gen Stats reveal Nix holds the ball deep, releasing passes at an average depth of 9.05 yards, the deepest in the league. Offensive struggles were evident in a recent game, with the Broncos averaging only 3.7 yards per rush and 4.6 yards per pass attempt, showing a low EPA per play. Nix, however, is embracing the "let it rip" mentality to simplify his process and play faster, admitting he can overanalyze situations. He aims to trust his reads and execute quicker, reducing the need to decipher complex defensive schemes on every snap.