Broncos Nix, Franklin Make Playoff History

In their first playoff game since Super Bowl 50, the Denver Broncos took an early lead against the Buffalo Bills with a 43-yard touchdown pass from rookie quarterback Bo Nix to fellow rookie Troy Franklin, marking the first instance of a rookie-to-rookie touchdown connection in NFL playoff history. The scoring play occurred on the Broncos' opening drive, where Nix completed 2-of-2 passes for 62 yards, demonstrating his growth as a quarterback after a rocky college career. Franklin's touchdown was his longest reception of the season, showcasing the chemistry they developed while playing together at Oregon. Despite being underdogs, the Broncos aimed to upset the Bills in front of a home crowd that hadn't seen their team lose all year. The impressive performance from Nix, who has amassed significant passing yards and touchdowns in his rookie season, has garnered attention and praise from commentators and fans alike. If the Broncos pull off an upset, they would face the Chiefs again in Kansas City.