Denver, CO – September 12, 2025

The NFL community continues to grieve the shocking assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk earlier this week during a community event. While tributes have poured in from politics, sports, and entertainment, Denver Broncos rookie quarterback

Bo Nix has stepped forward with an act of compassion that has deeply resonated.

Nix has donated $280,000 to support Kirk’s wife, Erika, and their two young daughters.

According to team representatives, the contribution is divided into two parts:

• $100,000 for public murals and floral memorials across Denver and Charlotte, honoring Kirk’s life and legacy.

• $180,000 placed directly into a trust fund to secure the girls’ education and future well-being.

In a statement, Nix explained: “This isn’t about football. It’s about standing with a family in their darkest moment. Erika and her daughters deserve to know they are loved, supported, and never alone.”

The timing makes this gesture even more remarkable. Just yesterday, Bo Nix joined Elon Musk in Honoring Iryna Zarutska with a $120,000 donation, showing that back-to-back acts of generosity can echo far beyond the football field.

The donation has been widely praised by teammates and Broncos fans, especially given Nix’s rookie status — a reminder that leadership isn’t measured by age or years in the league, but by heart and action.

NFL teams are expected to hold moments of silence in Kirk’s memory this weekend, with discussions already underway about establishing a long-term legacy fund to support his children.

One Broncos teammate commented privately:

“Bo is just starting his NFL journey, but he already showed what it means to lead off the field.”