Nix is the second Broncos player to make this year's list, joining defensive lineman Zach Allen (No. 90). Denver guard Quinn Meinerz and pass rusher Nik Bonitto seem likely to appear on the list, and star cornerback Pat Surtain should be a lock after winning Defensive Player of the Year in 2024.

Hype is always a rollercoaster. At times, NFL players are looked at like icons. Other times, they are quickly considered busts. For Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix, his first year in the pros made Sean Payton and co.