This weekend’s playoff slate delivered exactly what we hoped for action packed football, with several thrilling finishes that kept fans on the edge of their seats. While the intensity was dialed up across the league, the physical toll was evident as multiple key players exited games banged up or playing through injuries.
With the postseason narrowing and margins razor-thin, even minor injuries can carry outsized implications for teams still chasing a championship. Some clubs are gaining reinforcements at the right time, while others are being forced to adapt on the fly. Availability can be just as important as talent. Below is a breakdown of the most notable injuries from the weekend and what they could mean moving forward.
Key: Position Player, Team | Injury | Projected Return to Play
QB Bo Nix, Denver | Ankle Fracture | Season-Ending
Despite the win, Denver Broncos QB Bo Nix suffered an ankle injury on the second-to-last play of Saturday night’s matchup with the Buffalo Bills. Shortly after the game, Broncos head coach Sean Payton announced that Nix will be out for the remainder of the playoffs.
Here’s the play on which Broncos coach Sean Payton said QB Bo Nix suffered a broken bone in his ankle that will require surgery and end his season, pressing Jarrett Stidham into the lineup for next week’s AFC Championship Game. pic.twitter.com/2QvotSfmJR
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) January 18, 2026
While the specifics of Nix’s injury remain unclear, he will have ample time to recover and be ready for the 2026 season.