The Denver Broncos’ 2024-25 season concluded with a 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills in the AFC Wild Card round. Despite the defeat, the Broncos made significant strides by securing their first postseason appearance since 2015, finishing the regular season with a 10-7 record.
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Key Highlights:
Bo Nix’s Resilience: Rookie quarterback Bo Nix revealed he played part of the season with a transverse process fracture in his back, sustained during a game against the Las Vegas Raiders on November 24. Despite the injury, Nix delivered commendable performances, including a 294-yard passing game with a 93-yard touchdown in a victory over the Cleveland Browns. He concluded his rookie season with 3,775 passing yards, 29 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions, along with 430 rushing yards and four touchdowns.
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Garett Bolles’ Extension: Left tackle Garett Bolles agreed to a four-year, $82 million contract extension, with $42 million guaranteed. Bolles, a first-round pick in 2017, has been a stalwart on the offensive line, starting all 112 games over the past eight seasons and allowing only one sack on 476 pass-blocking snaps this season.
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Coaching Changes: Head Coach Sean Payton announced the firing of special teams coordinator Ben Kotwica. Despite improvements in special teams performance, including Marvin Mims being voted a first-team All-Pro as a punt returner, the Broncos are seeking new leadership in this area.
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Draft Position: The Broncos will have the 20th overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft, providing an opportunity to address key areas and build upon this season’s progress.
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As the Broncos transition into the offseason, the organization is poised to make strategic decisions to enhance the roster and coaching staff, aiming for a deeper playoff run in the upcoming season.
