Ryan Fitzpatrick criticized Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix after a recent overtime victory, stating that Nix is not playing competitively and that his current performance is almost disrespectful to the quarterback position. The comments came after a Thursday Night Football game where the Broncos won in overtime, a result that highlighted significant offensive struggles for the team. Fitzpatrick, writing for OutKick, described Nix's play as gross and noted that the offense was anemic. He emphasized that Nix failed to connect with wide receiver RJ Harvey in the second half, a specific instance of poor play that frustrated even long-time Dolphins fans who typically tolerate bad quarterbacking. The analyst argued that despite the win, Nix's performance was indefensible. Statistical data supports Fitzpatrick's critique. CBS researcher Doug Clawson noted that Nix ranks 701st out of 701 qualified quarterbacks over the last two decades in average pass length. Over that period, Nix has averaged 4.9 air yards per attempt. In the recent game, he completed 17 passes for 107 yards and rarely threw the ball beyond the line of scrimmage. Fitzpatrick compared Nix's cautious play to that of former Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, suggesting that Nix's performance made Tagovailoa look like Dan Marino. The column also addressed broader changes in college football, specifically the move toward a 24-team playoff starting next season. The author expressed sadness over the potential loss of conference championship games, which are described as some of the best Saturdays of the year. However, the expansion would bring more playoff games to campuses, a benefit the author considers a no-brainer. The main concern raised is that the regular season will lose some of its intensity because a margin for error will exist. The author noted that losing two, three, or even four games may no longer eliminate a team from contention, reducing the stakes of November games. In a separate segment, the article mentioned Brittany Mahomes posting a gym photo with the caption "Archives never expire." The author noted that while Taylor Swift is now a permanent resident in Kansas City, Mahomes remains the First Lady of Arrowhead. The Kansas City Chiefs have not lost a game this season and are set to play the Los Angeles Chargers. The column concluded by referencing National Department Store Day and the decline of major retailers like Sears and Macy's, contrasting them with the current shopping landscape.