The Denver Broncos have started their season with a shaky 3-2 record, characterized by an underwhelming offense that ranks among the worst in the NFL, averaging just 269.0 total yards per game. Head coach Sean Payton has already reassigned play-calling duties from offensive coordinator Davis Webb, but the change yielded little improvement during their recent game against the winless Los Angeles Chargers. Despite escaping with a 23-17 victory, the Broncos managed only 224 total yards and converted just one of twelve third downs, with quarterback Bo Nix throwing for 123 yards and a touchdown.

Nix's performance has been inconsistent, completing only 59.9% of his passes, ranking 26th in the league, while his 188.4 passing yards per game places him at 25th. Even with the addition of deep-threat wide receiver Jaylen Waddle, Nix's 5.2 air yards per attempt are the fewest by a qualifying quarterback in five games since C.J. Beathard in 2018.

In a recent press conference, Nix shared an unusual perspective on performance, stating, "I think playing good and playing bad, it's a narrative... I don't think necessarily I'm playing any different than what I'm normally playing…" This sentiment reflects the Broncos' tendency to oscillate between strong and weak performances, evidenced by their record of 15 comeback wins since 2025.

For instance, during Week 3 against the Los Angeles Rams, the Broncos trailed 16-0 at halftime but rallied to score 30 points in the second half, showcasing their ability to recover.

While Nix's philosophy raises questions, it highlights a critical need for the Broncos to find consistency. With the right adjustments, they could become serious contenders, especially considering the potential they showed last season before Nix's injury in the divisional round against Buffalo.