In a disappointing turn of events for Broncos fans in Denver, the Pittsburgh Steelers left Empower Field at Mile High with a 13-6 victory on Sunday. The defeat has left Broncos Country questioning the performance of rookie quarterback Bo Nix and calling for changes within the team.

According to Christopher Hart of Mile High Report, expectations were already tempered for Nix in his early games. However, his first-half performance against the Steelers was deemed "catastrophic." With limited time of possession and a lack of opportunities, Nix only managed 39 passing yards on 13 attempts, averaging a meager 1.8 yards per pass play. The lackluster performance raised concerns about the effectiveness of Head Coach Sean Payton's play calling.

The sentiment was echoed by Denver Gazette sports writer Mark Kiszla, who questioned the decision to start Nix without allowing him the freedom to make NFL throws and learn from rookie mistakes. Broncos fans are left wondering what the point of naming Nix as a rookie starter is if he isn't given the opportunity to grow and excel.

The frustration extends beyond the quarterback position, as the Denver offense struggled overall. Payton's West Coast scheme has been labeled as a "snooze fest" by fans who have watched their team sputter and cough on offense, failing to score more than one point per possession. Moreover, Payton's winless record in September games as Denver's head coach (0-5) adds to the concern.

Criticism has also been directed towards the Broncos' offensive line, which has yet to prove its worth despite being a significant investment. The lack of improvement in the team's offensive production has left fans questioning when the returns on this investment will start to show.

As frustrations grow, Broncos fans have taken to social media to express their disappointment. One fan even lamented that being a Broncos fan is more enjoyable when the team isn't playing.

The defeat against the Steelers has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the team's future. Broncos Country now looks to Sean Payton to make the necessary adjustments and breathe new life into the struggling offense. The team will need to address these concerns quickly if they are to regain the support and confidence of their loyal fans.

Note: The information provided in this article is based on the original content from Triblive, Mile High Report, Denver Gazette, and The Denver Post.