It’s a development that has been expected since the Broncos made him the 12th overall selection in this past April’s draft, but Nix has officially claimed the No. 1 spot on the depth chart over backups Zach Wilson and Jarrett Stidham. It’s been an impressive run for the Broncos rookie QB through two games so far this preseason, who has run a clean and efficient offense in his limited action ahead of his rookie year. With Nix showing that he is both competent and decisive in an NFL setting, fantasy managers likely won’t be throwing up in their mouths taking shots on WR Courtland Sutton and RB Javonte Williams later in drafts. At the very least, Bo Nix’s potential success opens the door to a fantasy relevant floor for both players in the Broncos offense – a far cry from what would have been an absolute mess had Nix not proven himself capable of taking the reigns in year 1. After all, he is the most experienced college quarterback ever to enter the NFL; that alone should help shorten the time it takes for him to acclimate to regular season gameplay. Nix’s fantasy ceiling remains relatively low (i.e. he should be left on waivers in 1QB formats), but he makes for an intriguing stash and potential QB2 start in superflex and 2QB formats.
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