“The trust that a coach has in a player, it manifests itself all the time.” Tom Brady nailed it with this one, didn’t he? Brady was talking about Sean Payton’s belief in Bo Nix, which paid off in style during the Browns game.

Imagine dialing up a play from your own end zone and trusting your QB to turn it into a 93-yard touchdown bomb. That’s exactly what happened, and even Peyton Manning couldn’t resist hyping up the Payton-Nix duo. Chemistry? Off the charts.

Before the Broncos’ 31-13 win over the Colts, CBS’s Aditi Kinkhabwala got Manning’s thoughts on Bo Nix. Peyton said, “Bo’s in a great situation because of Sean Payton’s system.” And he’s right. Payton’s playbook isn’t just X’s and O’s; it’s a cheat code.

Manning also emphasized how a QB needs their play-caller to be all-in. That’s why Payton’s approach reminds us of the great QB-HC duos, like Manning with John Fox or even Brady with Belichick.

Speaking of Manning and Fox, they had a three-year run in Denver that lit up the league. Fox played a huge role in Manning’s decision to join the Broncos, leading them to a Super Bowl and celebrating milestones like Manning’s 500th touchdown. But hey, not all bromances end smoothly. Manning later rooted against Fox’s Bears, fueling speculation about lingering postseason bitterness. Still, you can’t deny their synergy while it lasted.

And then there’s the OG dynasty builders—Brady and Belichick. Over 20 years together, they snagged six Super Bowls and redefined dominance for the Patriots. Sure, there was tension at times, but their mutual respect fueled their success. Brady’s brilliance combined with Belichick’s defensive genius created a winning machine, one that every QB-HC pair aspires to replicate.

Payton and Nix may not be there yet, but Payton’s praise speaks volumes: “Watching Bo get better every week makes me love coaching.” That’s not just trust; that’s the start of something special. So, are they the next big thing? Time will tell. But if history is any indicator, this might be one to watch.

So far, so good for Bo under Payton. I mean, they are 9-5 after that win against Indy. The 24-year-old singal-caller has alrady matched his numbers from last season—almost 3000 yds, 20TDs for 11INTs—with 3 games to go. Sure, those 3 INTs were bad, poor, maybe. But that’s the learning curve and as Bo said: “It’s not the first time I have thrown three in a game… Hopefully, it’s the last.”

I mean, sky’s the limit for him right now. Look at Manning’s rookie season. He did not miss a snap despite that 3 and 13. That’s the trust which is important. And trust the process because why not? Especially when it’s paying off.

Sean Payton is handing out cupcakes, but assures to fight on!

After what feels like an eternity, the ORANGE CRUSH is back in the win column with their first winning season since 2016. Sunday’s 31-13 victory over the Colts wasn’t exactly a masterpiece—it was more of a grind-it-out slugfest—but it got the job done.

The Broncos unleashed a 21-0 fourth quarter to clinch the dub, bringing their record to 9-5. Snapping a nearly decade-long losing streak? That’s no small feat, my friends.

But Sean Payton, ever the realist, isn’t about to hand out Super Bowl rings just yet. Reflecting on why he took the job, he said, “The appeal to me was the tradition here. The years of sustained success here and the importance of this game here.” He even name-dropped legends like John Elway and Peyton Manning, emphasizing that Denver’s high expectations are what drew him in.

Broncos Country doesn’t settle for mediocrity; they’ve got three Lombardis to prove it. And now, with a playoff spot in sight, the energy in Mile High Stadium is starting to feel electric again.

Let’s be real, though: it hasn’t been a smooth road back to relevance. Since their Super Bowl win in 2015, the Broncos have been stuck in a carousel of quarterbacks and coaching changes. Remember Nathaniel Hackett’s stint? Yeah, let’s not. Payton, hired in 2023, brought fresh hope—and it’s starting to pay off.

At the time, we were all side-eyeing Sean’s relation with Russell Wilsonn, leading to Russ’s move to Pittsburgh. But now, hats off, sir! Trusting a rookie over a seasoned-vet is not a gamble, that means you are going all-in. And he did that, but always stood firm on his stance: Bo is my QB! Now, they are each other’s stars. All the while goodness for Denver!

Payton wrapped up Sunday’s postgame presser with a gem: “We’ll have some cupcakes for you guys as you leave, and then we’ll go from there.” A lighthearted reminder that while nine wins feel sweet, the Broncos aren’t done. With a strong defense, young offensive talent, and Payton calling the shots, the playoffs are more than a possibility—they’re the mission. And who doesn’t love an underdog story with a side of cupcakes?