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Report: Broncos’ Bo Nix underwent ankle cleanup procedure

By Thomson Reuters Apr 28, 2026 | 10:17 PM

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix recently underwent a successful pre-planned cleanup ​procedure on his ‌injured right ankle, NFL Network reported on Tuesday.

The 26-year-old sustained a season-ending fractured right ‌ankle ​moments while ⁠leading Denver to ⁠a win over the Buffalo Bills in an AFC divisional playoff game. ​Nix underwent surgery two days later in ⁠Alabama.

Nix, heading into ⁠his third pro ​season, is expected to be ​slowed into action throughout Denver’s ‌voluntary offseason programs and OTAs shortly after, per the report. The ⁠Broncos plan take it “very easy” with the quarterback, according to ⁠NFL ‌Network.

“He had a recheck ⁠that was scheduled,” ​Denver ‌coach Sean Payton ​said Saturday. “He’s ⁠doing great. We’re excited about his progress. These guys will be coming in here. … He’s here.”

–Field ​Level Media