He suffered the injury during the team's win over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 12. The injury occurred in the first half, but he was later slammed to the ground on his back by Maxx Crosby in the second half, which likely didn't help. Nix ended up completing 70.4% of his passes for 206 yards and two touchdowns in that game.

Despite losing in the playoffs, hopes are high for Nix and the Broncos' future. Especially after it was revealed on Monday that the former Oregon Duck QB suffered a fractured back and played through the injury, according to Broncos beat writer Zac Stevens. Nix initially suffered the injury in the 29-19 Week 12 win over the Raiders.

Even though the Denver Broncos suffered a 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills in their Wild Card playoff matchup on Sunday, Bo Nix is still optimistic about