BoNix

News: 1 day agoNix completed 19 of 33 passes for 223 yards and an interception in Sunday's 41-10 loss to the Ravens. He added 36 rushing yards on six carries and caught a two-yard touchdown pass from Courtland Sutton.

Spin: While the rookie QB was able to supply a little value as a runner and surprisingly as a pass catcher, Nix still has his worst performance as a passer since Week 2 -- the last time he threw more INTs than TDs. It was an especially disappointing effort given the struggles of the Baltimore secondary this season and the fact that he had a 7:1 TD:INT over his prior four games. Nix may have a tough time rebounding in a Week 10 road clash with Kansas City.

ESPN Fantasy Projection: Selected 12th overall by the Broncos, Nix stands a good chance at capturing the starting role after coach Sean Payton raved about the rookie's potential. Nix is an extensively experienced college quarterback, having started 61 games and attempted 1,936 passes across three seasons at Auburn and two at Oregon. He finished with a stellar 2023, in which he completed an FBS record 77.4% of his pass attempts with 45 touchdowns compared to three interceptions. Though that came in an exceedingly pass-friendly offense, his ability to make quick reads and sharp throws should serve him well as he adapts to NFL play. Nix should be drafted only in superflex formats.