Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is solidifying his role as the clear franchise leader heading into the <a href="https://www.buzzineintl.com/category/football/nfl/”>NFL season. Tight end Adam Trautman emphasized Nix’s growth, noting that while he faced early challenges adapting to the complex Broncos offense, he now demonstrates assuredness in communication and leadership on the field.
Trautman observed,
“He knows exactly what he’s doing. Maybe there were some calls he jumbled a little bit when he first started. Which every quarterback does, and specifically in this offense. It is a tough offense to learn. That’s no shade or anything at him, but he’s not messing that up now. He’s very confident with how he says the play call in the huddle, snap counts, whatever, because he feels more confident with the scheme and he doesn’t have to be thinking about one certain thing. He has a broader view of everything now because he understands it.”
—Adam Trautman, Broncos Tight End
He further added,
“Confidence? He was good last year, but he’s a much better leader this year. You can understand it – you’re a rookie coming in and even though he’s a first-round pick and he’s a quarterback, he’s probably going to be a starter, you don’t want to be the guy who comes in and is vocal and is, ‘I’m the guy.’ Because you might develop a bad relationship with your position or other guys might look at you a certain way. So he let it all develop. But now, he is ‘The Guy.’ He’s more vocal. Which is perfect. He’s going to have an awesome season.”
—Adam Trautman, Broncos Tight End
Updates on NFL Injuries and Starting Lineups for Upcoming Games
With teams gearing up for crucial matchups, injury reports and starting lineups remain focal points. Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed that Trey Lance will start at quarterback for Thursday’s game, although there is still no clear timeline for running back Najee Harris’s return to practice.
On the Chiefs’ side, defensive tackle Jerry Tillery praised defensive line coach Joe Cullen for his approach to player development and relevance in drills. Tillery spoke highly of Cullen’s focus on practical exercises directly linked to game tape.
Tillery remarked,
“He is a great coach. I think he knows the game really well. He’s very personable. People forget about the personal aspect of playing this game; we’re all human, and I think we work the best with people we like. Coach (Joe) Cullen is very likable, and so I’m looking forward to working with him outside, on the field. He runs it really well in the drills, and the techniques that we practice show up all over the tape.”
—Jerry Tillery, Chiefs Defensive Lineman
He added,
“That’s what you want, right? Not to be doing something that’s pointless or you don’t really see a good benefit from, and coach (Joe) Cullen stays away from the things that we don’t need. He hammers, what shows up on tape. I think that’s why his D-lines have performed the way they have, and I’m happy to be in the mix.”
—Jerry Tillery, Chiefs Defensive Lineman
The Chiefs have experienced several injury setbacks recently. Defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott suffered an ankle tweak but managed to return to practice. Meanwhile, undrafted rookie tight end Jake Briningstool will be sidelined due to a hamstring strain. Wide receiver Xavier Worthy entered concussion protocol after a head injury during practice. Additionally, wide receiver Marquise Brown is dealing with an ankle injury, and Skyy Moore is recovering from a hamstring issue. Brown is expected to return to the field soon, as confirmed by team insider Jordan Schultz.
Raiders Embrace Pete Carroll’s Competitive Team Culture
The Las Vegas Raiders’ defensive end Maxx Crosby shared insights into the fresh culture head coach Pete Carroll has introduced since joining the organization this offseason. Crosby described the environment as competitively intense yet enjoyable.
“It’s truly a competition for everything we do, but we’re having fun with it,”
Crosby said.
“He just wants to see guys be the best versions of themselves. And he’s true to that. It’s not fake energy. It’s every day. He’s the same guy.”
—Maxx Crosby, Raiders Defensive End
Carroll, who previously contemplated retirement after leaving the Seattle Seahawks, remains motivated to prove his coaching acumen regardless of age or past challenges. He emphasized the importance of daily effort and growth.
“It’s about competing and proving that you have value, you have worth,”
Carroll explained.
“I don’t care how old you are. For anybody out there that’s old and wants to know how you do it, you freaking battle every day, and you compete and you find your way to get better.”
—Pete Carroll, Raiders Head Coach
Raiders quarterback Geno Smith praised Carroll’s relatable nature and his ability to encourage players to be authentic to maximize performance.
“Coach Carroll is extremely relatable,” Smith commented.
“He understands that guys have got to be themselves in order to be their best selves.”
—Geno Smith, Raiders Quarterback
Crosby also affirmed his faith in Carroll’s vision and leadership, crediting the coach with uniting the organization’s efforts toward a common goal.
“Pete creates that culture, that energy,”
Crosby stated.
“Everyone knows it’s hard — you’re going to work your ass off, you’re going to put in all the work — but you’ve got a whole organization of people that’ve all got to be on the same wavelength and go in the same direction. … I think Pete does an incredible job with that.”
—Maxx Crosby, Raiders Defensive End
Continued NFL Insight and Rumor Coverage
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