Bo Nix Reflects on Season-Ending Injury, Beating Adversity in Heartfelt Letter to Newborn Daughter

Nix suffered a season-ending ankle injury on the second-to-last offensive play of the AFC Divisional Playoff game against the Buffalo Bills.

Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos looks to pass against the Buffalo Bills during the third quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Empower Field At Mile High in Denver, Colo., on Jan. 17, 2026. Justin Edmonds/Getty Images

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix got candid about the adversity he faced at the end of the 2025 season.

Nix’s daughter, Riley, was born on Feb. 25. In an open letter to her, published in The Players’ Tribune, Nix recounted the injury and the adversity he had faced in his life. He also opened up about his Christian faith and urged her to maintain an elevated perspective amidst adversity and outside noise.