Broncos quarterback Nix to be out for 12 weeks after procedure

Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix, who is out for today’s AFC Championship Game vs. the Patriots, is expected to miss 3 months after undergoing surgery several days ago on his broken right ankle.

The recovery, not the procedure, is thought to be the most challenging part of his injury. The Broncos’ starting quarterback is not supposed to put any weight on his ankle for at least a month, and he will miss 3 months altogether before he can start practicing.

That means that there is not even a slight chance that Nix could be available to appear on Super Bowl LX on February 8^th, if the Broncos eliminate New England today and advance to the match for the title.

Bo most certainly will be well enough to participate in Denver’s offseason program, but the most important thing for the Nix is what he can do and what he can’t in the upcoming 3 months.

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Broncos quarterback Nix breaks bone in ankle, out for postseason

Denver QB sustained his problem late in OT win vs. the Bills in the divisional round. Jarrett Stidham will replace him today and potentially at the Super Bowl.

From @NFLGameDay Morning: #Broncos QB Bo Nix faces 3-4 months of recovery, but surgery revealed good news — with limited ligament damage and no joint surface damage. pic.twitter.com/aE83lCnsDb

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 25, 2026