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Payton's Chess Move Paid Off
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Sean Payton’s bold move drafting Bo Nix 12th overall sparked controversy—many thought it was a reach—until McCarthy’s recent comments about his awkward, classroom-style QB room in Minnesota raised red flags. Meanwhile, Nix quietly dazzled: only three QBs ever threw for 3,500+ yards and 25+ TDs in their first two seasons, helping Denver win 24 games and a playoff berth. Had he stayed healthy, Nix might’ve led Denver to a Super Bowl. Payton’s “chess move” may have been genius after all.
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