Can Bo Nix play in the Super Bowl? How Broncos' QB injury return timeline impacts rest of playoffs

The Denver Broncos don't have their quarterback, Bo Nix, for the AFC Championship Game on Sunday against the New England Patriots.

They're playing for a spot in the Super Bowl with a backup quarterback turned into the starter, Jarrett Stidham.

Nix was injured on the final drive of the Divisional Round win over the Buffalo Bills in overtime, a fractured ankle that wasn't diagnosed until after the game.

Now, all Broncos fans can do is hope Stidham is good enough to keep their season alive.

And then they could pray for a Willis Reed moment that doesn't appear to be forthcoming.

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Can Bo Nix play in the Super Bowl?

No, Bo Nix is not expected to be available for the Super Bowl.

If the Broncos advance, it would still have to be Stidham playing QB in the final game of the season.

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How long is Bo Nix out?

Nix is out for approximately three months.

On Sunday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported a 12-week recovery timeline for Nix after undergoing surgery on his fractured right ankle.

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