The loss in Kansas City was a difficult outing for the Broncos, who struggled on both sides of the ball. The defense conceded 200 rushing yards and recorded 19 missed tackles, while the offense managed only 176 net yards. Nix faced significant pressure throughout the contest, suffering a career-high four sacks and fumbling the ball three times, losing one. Additionally, his opening pass of the game resulted in an interception.
Addressing the struggles and looking ahead
Reflecting on the defeat during Thursday's media session, Nix acknowledged that the errors were evident but emphasized that the team is not overreacting. He noted that while the performance was far from the desired standard, the squad is not hitting the panic button or attempting to overhaul their entire system. Instead, the focus remains on executing better and correcting the fundamental mistakes that hindered their progress against the Chiefs.
The game marked a difficult start for offensive coordinator Davis Webb in his role as the primary play-caller. For Nix, the result continued a trend of early-season adversity; in his three seasons as the Broncos' starter, the team has gone 0-3 in Week 1 games, during which he has accumulated eight sacks and five interceptions. Head coach Sean Payton took responsibility for the collective failure, stating that the blame for the loss extends across the entire organization, including himself.
Preparing for the Jacksonville challenge
The Broncos face a quick turnaround as they prepare to host the Jacksonville Jaguars this Sunday. The Jaguars arrive in Denver following a dominant 34-10 victory over the Cleveland Browns in their season opener. Payton highlighted the threat posed by the Jacksonville defense, noting their ability to force turnovers—a trait that saw them finish second in the league in that category last season.
When asked about the necessary adjustments to support the offensive game plan, Nix kept his assessment straightforward. With the Broncos converting only 2-of-12 third-down attempts against Kansas City and failing to convert a single third down in the second half, the quarterback identified the primary objective for the weekend: moving the chains and putting points on the board.
