Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix received a new birthday buddy — on his birthday.
Nix and his wife, Izzy, announced the arrival of their first baby, Riley Belle Nix. She arrived on Feb. 25, which happens to be Bo’s birthday.
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Izzy Nix shared an Instagram post on March 4 celebrating Riley Belle’s birth. Izzy called it “the best birthday party I’ve ever been to!!!!!!” in the caption.
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According to PEOPLE, Bo and Izzy Nix met at Auburn University. Bo played quarterback for the Tigers, and Izzy was a cheerleader. Bo proposed to Izzy at Jordan-Hare Stadium, and the couple married in July 2022, two months after Izzy graduated. Bo Nix then joined the Oregon Ducks for two years before the Broncos selected him in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft.
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Bo Nix, 26, has enjoyed an exciting few months. He led the Broncos to a 14-3 season and the top seed in the AFC during his second season under center. Denver defeated the Buffalo Bills 33-30 in a thrilling overtime game in the AFC divisional round.
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Unfortunately, Nix suffered a fractured right ankle on the next-to-last play of the game, ruling him out for the AFC Championship game against the New England Patriots.
Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (10) gives an interview after a game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images
With Nix on the sideline, Denver’s backup quarterback, Jarrett Stidham, struggled in the snow of Empower Field at Mile High. The Patriots escaped with a 10-7 victory and a berth in Super Bowl LX. The Seattle Seahawks easily dispatched the Patriots two weeks later to claim their second Super Bowl title.
Nix is rehabbing his injury but is expected back for training camp.
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