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Bo Nix of the Broncos delivers strong starting positions, while Zach Wilson struggles against the Packers

Bo Nix once again made a convincing case for the Broncos' starting spot in Sunday's game against the Packers.

Nix completed 8 of 9 passes for 80 yards and a touchdown and continues to impress the Broncos officials.

He added another 12 yards on three rushing attempts to secure Denver's 27-2 preseason victory at Empower Field.

Bo Nix No. 10 of the Denver Broncos throws against the Green Bay Packers during a preseason game at Empower Field At Mile High on August 18, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. Getty Images

Although Nix performed well, Broncos head coach Sean Payton said he would not announce a starter after the game.

Nix's touchdown throw – a 2-yard pass to Tim Patrick – came in the second quarter with 13:14 left on the clock.

Bo Nix #10 of the Denver Broncos throws a touchdown pass to Tim Patrick #12 in the second quarter during the preseason game against the Green Bay Packers at Empower Field At Mile High on August 18, 2024 in Denver, Colorado. Getty Images

The 12th pick in this year's draft rolled to the right and threw a pass to Patrick as he crossed the goal line and scored the touchdown.

Nix also led the Broncos to a field goal on their first possession, but missed a chance for a touchdown when a throw that was originally ruled a TD was nullified after a review.

The rookie had crossed the line of scrimmage when he threw the ball, thus preventing the possible touchdown.

It was a far cry from the game former Jets first-round pick Zach Wilson played against Green Bay on Sunday night.

Wilson, who was traded from the Jets to the Broncos in April, completed 2 of 6 passes for 29 yards and was sacked twice for a loss of 13 yards – including once for a safety.

Zach Wilson warms up before an NFL preseason game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday, August 18, 2024. AP

Jarrett Stidham completed 7 of 11 passes for 65 yards and threw one interception.

Earlier this week, Payton praised Wilson for the way he responded to his coaching.

“I like what I see. That's one of the benefits of bringing someone like him here,” Payton said, according to Denver Broncos on SI.

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