Bo Nix had a bit of a slow start to his rookie season, including a 60-yard game at the Jets that the Broncos found a way to win 10-9, but he was tremendous down the stretch.

"So, the Broncos have really urged Bo Nix and the offense to get off to a stronger start. Last two years, slow starts coming out of the gate have plagued the offense a little bit.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is heading into his second season in the NFL. The former Oregon Ducks quarterback had a strong rookie season, taking off in the second half of the year.

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) throws for a touchdown against Indianapolis Colts defensive end Laiatu Latu (97) as offensive tackle Garett Bolles.Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images ...

Jarrett Stidham started the Broncos’ preseason opener, and Zach Wilson remains on the roster. But Bo Nix has long been expected to take over at some point fairly early in the season.

The Broncos also added a tight end during free agency, bringing in veteran Evan Engram. Engram figures to emerge as a new favorite target for second-year quarterback Bo Nix.

Nix and Payton worked well together last season, with the young quarterback seeming like the perfect fit for the scheme. That being said, the Broncos ranked 20th in passing yards last year ...

Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram praised quarterback Bo Nix's mentality in just his second year in the NFL.