“For me it’s simple,” Nix said during a press conference “I delete all of my social media. I don’t even have it. Unless they say it to my face, I don’t hear it. Nobody is ever bold enough to say it to your face.”
Bo Nix said he deleted his social media apps so he doesn’t hear anything external unless someone says something to his face.
“And nobody’s ever bold enough to say it to your face,” he said.
The admission came after a turbulent stretch for Denver, with questions swirling around the offense and the team’s direction under head coach Sean Payton – all of this despite the Broncos being 8-2 and tied atop the AFC standings.
Nix’s comments show a quarterback intent on blocking out distractions and keeping his focus on football — particularly ahead of a key matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.
Nix said the “toughest part” of his job isn’t necessarily what happens between the lines — it’s dealing with the constant chatter around it. He acknowledged that the scrutiny comes with being a starting NFL quarterback but made it clear he no longer engages with that part of the game.
“Everybody wants to question it, you can overthink it, and that takes away from playing the game,” Nix said. “We’re all here for a reason.”
He also reflected on how sports media and fan culture often magnify every mistake or highlight reel, turning athletes into storylines rather than people.
“For whatever reason in life and in football, people think we have this opportunity to doubt or question, to hype up or tear down these guys,” Nix said. “It’s really in sport in general. We make this entertainment business a lot bigger than what it is and we forget that everybody is having a good time and doing the best they can.”
The Broncos’ second-year starter said he first learned how brutal online criticism could be back at Auburn, recalling the moment his college team’s undefeated run ended with a loss to Florida. He didn’t go into detail about what exactly happened, but the feeling afterward was ominous.
“That’s when I really got to actually know the bad side of this sport,” he said. “It’s unfortunate for sure. At the same time, it’s what comes with the territory.”
By signaling he doesn’t see social media, Nix is detailing his mindset – one focused on preparation and leadership rather than reaction. The 25-year-old is trying to insulate himself from outside voices as Denver looks to regroup and build consistency on offense.
His comments also echo a broader message that’s been circulating in the Broncos’ locker room: ignore the noise, focus on execution, and let results speak for themselves.
For a team that’s been under the microscope, Nix’s approach could help stabilize the locker room. His admission might also resonate with younger players navigating their own share of criticism. He noted that his response to adversity can set an example for fans and kids who look up to NFL players.
“It allows other people to see how you respond to adversity,” he said. “There’s a lot of younger kids and a lot of people that want to be in our shoes. They want to grow up to be just like us. Hopefully they’re better.”
Nix closed his remarks with a dose of humility, and faith, saying life – and football – rarely go according to plan. His long-term outlook suggests a player who understands both the grind and the unpredictability of an NFL career.
“If it would go like I planned, I would have won every national championship in college,” he said. “We would have won the Super Bowl last year, and we’d be undefeated right now.”
That perspective could serve him well as Denver moves deeper into the season. After an offseason of optimism and early flashes of potential, the Broncos have endured their share of ups and downs. But Nix’s decision to tune out the noise may be the first step toward recalibrating both his own focus and the team’s energy.
For now, he’s not interested in headlines, tweets, or public perception. The only opinions that matter, he said, are the ones inside the locker room.
The New England Patriots will be facing the New York Jets on Thursday Night Football, and they will be without some key players in the game, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero.
“The Patriots ruled out RB Rhamondre Stevenson, WR Kayshon Boutte and TE Austin Hooper for Thursday night vs. the Jets,” Pelissero wrote on X, formerly Twitter.
Stevenson has missed the past two games for the Patriots because of a toe injury, and though he did practice this week, it seems like he’s not close to returning just yet. For the time being, TreVeyon Henderson has taken the load in the backfield for the Patriots, and he’s been doing a good job. Last week against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Henderson had 14 carries for 147 yards and two touchdowns.
As for Hooper, he suffered a concussion against the Buccaneers, and he’s still going through protocol to return. He didn’t practice this week, which makes sense since they’re playing on Thursday. Hunter Henry will take most of the load for the Patriots at the tight end position with Hooper out, and he’s proven to be reliable in several situations for the team.
Despite the injuries, the Patriots have been able to continue to win games and are one of the hottest teams in the league. The offense has been clicking, and Drake Maye has come up in clutch moments. The defense has also been good, and it’s no surprise with head coach Mike Vrabel emphasizing that side of the ball.
As of now, the Patriots are leading the division, and if the Buffalo Bills don’t pick things up, there’s a chance that they could run away as the winner.
With injuries to Stevenson and Hooper, the Patriots will have the next man up mentality, and they have the players on the team to make up for their absence.