Bo Nix got at least one vote as a top-10 quarterback in the NFL
At quarterback, the top ten ended up being Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, Jayden Daniels, Matthew Stafford, Justin Herbert, Jared Goff, Jalen Hurts and Baker Mayfield. There were two honorable mentions behind him -- C.J. Stroud and Jordan Love -- plus six other QBs who also received votes.
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix was listed in the also received votes category. That means at least one executive, coach or scout told ESPN they believe Nix is a top-ten quarterback in the NFL. Even if it was just one vote, it's impressive that Nix drew that kind of recognition following his rookie season.
Here's the full list of top ten QBs, honorable mentions and the QBs who also received votes.
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After earning an invite to the Pro Bowl as an alternate last season, Nix will look to build on his impressive rookie campaign in Year 2. Nix and the Broncos are set to host the Tennessee Titans in Week 1 (view the schedule).
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