Sean Payton says Bo Nix could be back for OTAs and be full go well ahead of training camp

TL;DR

Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton announced that quarterback Bo Nix could participate in June's minicamp and will be fully ready by July, ahead of training camp. Nix is recovering from a broken ankle but is expected to have no limitations once practices begin.

Key points

Sean Payton provides update on Bo Nix's recovery
Nix could participate in June minicamp practices
Nix will be fully ready by July for training camp
Nix suffered a broken ankle during a playoff game
Concerns about Nix's readiness have been alleviated

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DENVER, COLORADO - JANUARY 17: Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos celebrates during the fourth quarter of the NFL football divisional playoff game against the Buffalo Bills at Empower Field At Mile High on January 17, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Logan Bowles/Getty Images) | Getty Images Denver Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton met with the media today after the Broncos’ second rookie minicamp practice and provided a positive update on the status of quarterback Bo Nix. Payton told reporters that there is a “good chance” we see quarterback Bo Nix on the field in some capacity for June’s minicamp practices, but they will play it safe with him. He also added that Nix will be full-go in July and be ready well ahead of the start of training camp. As we know, Bo Nix suffered a broken ankle in the final plays of the Broncos’ thrilling overtime victory over the Buffalo Bills in the Divisional Round of the playoffs. He would undergo surgery on his ankle in the following days and was expected to be ready to go come the start of the Broncos’ offseason practices. However, after the draft, news dropped that Nix underwent a cleanup procedure on his ankle, and the timeline for him to be ready shifted to the start of training camp. This obviously concerned many Broncos fans and media, but today’s update is one that should calm the masses down some. Payton told the media that they will be playing it safe and will be the ones taking it slow, while Nix will be the one pushing to do more. However, the update that he will be out there in some capacity in the month of June is really positive news. Payton added that Nix will be full-go in July, well ahead of the start of Broncos training camp, and that he will have no limitations once those practices begin. With a new play-caller in offensive coordinator and added to the mix, the sooner Nix can get out there, the better. While Nix and Webb already have a good relationship, the more time the two can work together in the offseason, the better. As for Waddle, Nix, and him need to work on their chemistry this offseason so they can be ready to go come week one. At the end of the day, this is excellent news, and hopefully, we can put this injury talk behind us and focus on the Broncos being a legitimate Super Bowl contender and that Nix to Waddle connection.

Q&A

What is the status of Bo Nix's recovery from his ankle injury?

Bo Nix is expected to participate in June's minicamp and will be fully ready for training camp in July.

When will Bo Nix be back on the field for the Denver Broncos?

Bo Nix could be back on the field in some capacity during June's minicamp and will be fully operational by July.

How did Bo Nix's injury impact the Broncos' offseason plans?

Nix's injury led to concerns about his readiness, but recent updates indicate he will be able to work with new offensive coordinator Davis Webb and build chemistry with Jaylen Waddle ahead of the season.