Bo Nix makes history by becoming Broncos’ first rookie captain since Hall of Famer Floyd Little 57 years ago

Another day, another milestone for Bo Nix. The former Oregon star is already slated to become the first Broncos rookie quarterback to start the season opener since John Elway, and has now become the franchise’s first rookie captain since Hall of Fame running back Floyd Little way in 1967. 

Nix is one of six Broncos who will be captains this season, joining wideout Courtland Sutton, offensive lineman Quinn Meinerz, cornerback Patrick Surtain II, linebacker Alex Singleton and kicker Wil Lutz. 

Nix’s captaincy caps off what has been an extremely positive summer for the 12th overall pick in this past year’s draft. The former Oregon standout performed well enough this summer to win his position battle over Jarrett Stidham and Zach Wilson.  

It’s safe to say that Nix wouldn’t mind having a similar career to the one the last Broncos rookie captain enjoyed. A prolific college player during his years at Syracuse, Little was just as good in the pros. Over a six-year span, Little earned five Pro Bowl nods (and was tabbed as an All-Pro in 1969) and led the league at least once in…

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Author : Bryan DeArdo

Publish date : 2024-09-04 16:50:36

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