Bo Nix had an exciting finish to his rookie season.

The Broncos quarterback recovered from a rough first month to lead Denver to the postseason for the first time in nine years.

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With head coach Sean Payton leading the way, Nix finished with 33 total touchdowns and 12 interceptions for the 10-7 Broncos.

Given his quick processing and decision-making, he quickly drew comparisons to a former star who once thrived in the same system: Drew Brees.

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Brees played for Payton with the New Orleans Saints from 2006 to 2020, winning a Super Bowl and becoming the NFL's all-time leading passer when he retired.

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