Oregon quarterbacks Bo Nix and Justin Herbert headline NFL season outlook

Former University of Oregon quarterbacks are drawing significant attention as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season. Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix is returning from an ankle injury that impacted the team's previous season. Broncos offensive coordinator Davis Webb has noted Nix's progression, comparing his developmental strides to those of Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen.

In the AFC West, Nix is expected to face Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert twice during the season. Herbert, entering his seventh professional season, is expected to have limited preseason action as the Chargers manage veteran workloads under coach Jim Harbaugh.