What is Bo Nix’s NFL draft projection? The Oregon Ducks quarterback’s impressive numbers
It’s evident that the Ducks’ quarterback is exceptional in his fifth year. The question remains: where in the NFL and how will he be drafted in 2024?
There aren’t many stories in college football over the last few years that have been as intriguing as that of Oregon’s quarterback, Bo Nix. Following what has to be considered a tough time with the Auburn Tigers, Nix has been simply stellar in his performances with the Ducks.
Getting to know Bo Nix
It was 2019 when Bo Nix joined the Auburn Tigers as a four-star prospect and to be perfectly honest, he looked the part. After quickly securing his spot as the starting quarterback for the team, Nix went on to finish with a sensational 2,542 passing yards, 16 touchdowns, and six interceptions. His pass completion rate of 57.6% along with 313 rushing yards and seven touchdowns on 97 carries only further emphasised the point that we were witnessing a star in the making.
2023 Season Stats
Completion Rate: 77.4%
Passing Yards: 4,508
Yards Per Attempt: 9.6
Touchdowns: 45
Interceptions: 3
Rushing Yards: 234
Heisman Finalist and Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year
Where could Bo Nix be selected in the 2024 NFL Draft?
Bo Nix’s tools—athleticism, arm strength, and speed—are undeniable. However, his NFL readiness as a processor and pocket presence remains uncertain. He could be a high-level backup or a potential starter, likely drafted in the 3rd round. Nix’s fit would be best in a spread-oriented offense emphasizing RPOs, the quarterback run game, and vertical passing.
Bo Nix broke out with the Ducks
After a move to Oregon via the transfer portal, Nix truly announced himself to the football world. In his very first season with the Ducks, he threw for 3,593 yards, 29 touchdowns, and seven interceptions. His completion rate was an eye-opening 71.9% and he rushed for 510 yards and 14 touchdowns on 89 carries. Interestingly, he also caught two passes for 36 yards and a touchdown. This of course brings us to this season, where he’s seemingly adopted a ‘business as usual’ approach. With the Ducks heading into Pac-12 play this weekend, they’ve already seen three games and in those Nix has thrown for 893 yards, eight touchdowns, and no interceptions. In those contests, his completion rate has been 77.6% while adding 60 rushing yards on 11 carries. So, with all of this in mind, the question now is what comes next for Bo Nix?