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Bo Nix was curious... whether his 62-year-old coach, Sean Payton, would stick around for the bulk of Nix's career... Payton recalls saying, having recently agreed to a five-year contract that keeps him in Denver through 2030.

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Nix secured coaching stability with Payton locked through 2030.

Bo Nix, the Broncos' sophomore quarterback, inquired about Sean Payton's coaching timeline prior to Week 14 of the 2025 season. Payton confirmed he recently agreed to a five-year contract keeping him in Denver through 2030, meaning Nix will have coaching stability for the bulk of his early career. Payton has compiled a 32-19 regular-season record with three playoff wins since joining Denver in 2023, ranking among the top 10 coaches in winning percentage with their current teams despite inheriting a 5-12 roster.

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