Bo Nix and Sean Payton engage in a furious duel on the sidelines as the Denver Broncos take on the Las Vegas Raiders

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix appeared to clash with his head coach Sean Payton during Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

The rookie seemed angry about being asked to go for a drive in the third quarter.

Nix was seen having an animated discussion with Payton while his helmet was still on his head. Broncos assistants could be seen intervening and appearing to tell Nix to go away.

Despite his anger, Nix and the Broncos were having a good game, leading 20-10 at the time of the incident.

But many former NFL players watching the incident from home thought it was actually a positive sign for Nix and the Broncos.

Bo Nix appeared angry at head coach Sean Payton during the third quarter of Broncos vs. Raiders

Former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel praised Nix for standing his ground against Payton, writing on X, “I really love this from Bo Nix.”

“Sean Payton will get heated on the sidelines, but if you really believe you're right, give it back. Shows how competitive they both are.”

Ryan Clark also wrote on X: Bo Nix talking to Sean Payton about how Sean Payton used to talk to Russell Wilson! How the tide has turned.'

Tyler Polumbus, who won the Super Bowl with the Broncos, said, “I love it, remember when Russ just took it from Sean?” That's healthy and a sign of trust from Bo Nix if you ask me.”

And a moment later, Nix went out and threw a dime to Josh Reynolds for his first Broncos touchdown, extending the team's lead by seven.

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