Through growing pains, bumps and bruises, Nix turned in quite an inaugural season, leading the Broncos to their first postseason appearance in nine seasons.

The Broncos must get Nix more help after his sterling rookie season, but the QB's own development will also be critical for Denver.

He suffered the injury during the team's win over the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 12. The injury occurred in the first half, but he was later slammed to the ground on his back by Maxx Crosby in the second half, which likely didn't help. Nix ended up completing 70.4% of his passes for 206 yards and two touchdowns in that game.