Nik Bonitto: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

AFC Notes: Patrick Mahomes, Nik Bonitto, Broncos, Chiefs, Raiders

Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto said he’s in contract discussions with the team but said that he’s letting his agent handle the negotiations. “Yeah, I mean, those type of talks are happening right now, but I kind of just keep that with my agent — just let him handle that,” Bonitto said, via Broncos Wire.

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / July 24

Nik Bonitto contract projection: Broncos pass rusher could be latest to get a new deal

The Broncos should sign Nik Bonitto, but how much will it cost? It’s been the offseason of the pass rushers in the NFL, with the market for stars continuing to rise.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 24

AFC Notes: Nik Bonitto, George Karlaftis, Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs

Broncos LB Nik Bonitto said during a recent media appearance that the team’s appearance in the playoffs this past season has kept him hungry heading into the 2025 season.

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 22

Nik Bonitto Updates Broncos Contract Talks 'Happening Right Now'

Pro Bowl outside linebacker Nik Bonitto broke his silence on months-long contract extension talks with the Denver Broncos, confirming Sunday that active negotiations are currently taking place.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / July 21

Broncos' 2024 Sack Leader Breaks Silence on Contract Negotiations

The Denver Broncos drafted outside linebacker Nik Bonitto in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft out of Oklahoma. In his first three years in the NFL, Bonitto has made huge jumps each season, and now he'll play in the final year of his rookie contract in 2025.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / July 20

Broncos working to extend key defensive star

PFR identified Broncos outside linebacker Nik Bonitto as an extension candidate back in December, and three weeks later we saw reports that the team had interest.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 20

Bonitto’s Big Payday? Karlaftis Deal Gives Broncos a Clear Blueprint

While the Denver Broncos work on an extension for Nik Bonitto, other pass rushers have been getting extended around the NFL. The latest extension was for George Karlaftis from the Kansas City Chiefs, and it gave the Broncos some good news. On the extension, the Chiefs gave Karlaftis $93 million over four years with $62 million guaranteed.

Denver Broncos News / CBSSports.com / July 17

Broncos LB Nik Bonitto 'hungrier' to build off of breakout season entering contract year in 2025

Bonitto registered 13.5 during the 2024 season in what was his most productive campaign to date

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 17

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 11

Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto an Honorable Mention in ESPN's Top 10 Pass Rushers

The Denver Broncos have a decision to make with Nik Bonitto as he enters the final year of his deal. By all accounts, the Broncos want to get an extension done, but the question is for how much annually.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 9

Broncos' OLB Duo Faces Five Tough Matchups in 2025

The Denver Broncos' edge rushing tandem of Nik Bonitto and Jonathon Cooper each had a breakout 2024 season, with 13.5 and 10.5 sacks, respectively. The

Denver Broncos News / Mile High Report / July 8

The Broncos’ group of edge rushers has the chance to be special in 2025

After helping the Denver Broncos lead the league in sacks in 2024, the team’s group of edge rushers could be even better this coming season. The Denver Broncos led the National Football League with a franchise-best 63 sacks in 2024.

Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / July 5

Baldinger: Broncos Could Wait to See More Before Extending Nik Bonitto

When it comes to the business of negotiating lucrative contract extensions, Denver Broncos general manager George Paton has his hands full. While front

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Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Broncos Star Edge Rusher Told to Bet on Himself in Hunt for New Contract

The Denver Broncos had one of the best defenses in the NFL in 2024. They allowed the third-fewest points and seventh-fewest yards per game in the NFL, and were buoyed by a pass-rush that generated 63 sacks in the regular season — the most in the NFL.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Broncos' Defenders Named Top Pass-Rushing Duo in NFL

The Denver Broncos and Jonathan Cooper and Nik Bonitto stand atop the NFL with the most potent edge duo entering this year, according to Bleacher Report's Matt Holder.

Denver Broncos News / Athlon Sports / June 28

Broncos' Nik Bonitto Could Strangely Lose Playing Time in 2025

Linebacker Nik Bonitto heads into the 2025 campaign coming off a career year, during which he emerged as a leader on the Denver Broncos' defense. Bonitto logged single-season highs in multiple statistics, including sacks (13.5), tackles (48), tackles for loss (16), quarterback hits (24) and forced fumbles (two).

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / June 23

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Denver Broncos News / Denver Broncos on SI / June 11

Sean Payton Outlines Why Broncos 'Have to Be Smart' About Nik Bonitto

During the offseason, Denver Broncos outside linebacker Nik Bonitto has routinely appeared on media rundowns of players who should receive a contract extension. In addition to the 13.5 sacks he posted last season, Bonitto showcased a unique ability to disrupt things all over the field and even put points on the board.

Denver Broncos News / A to Z Sports / June 3

Denver Broncos' Nik Bonitto calls out a major NFL analyst for disrespecting one of his teammates

In 2025 the Denver Broncos could seriously have the best defense in the league, and they should have the best defensive line in the league. They led the league in sacks last year, and as they return pretty much everyone with another season in Vance Joseph's system, they could get even better.

Denver Broncos News / Pro Football Rumors / May 6

Broncos Defensive Player of the Year finalist eyeing megadeal

The Broncos' top edge-rusher zoomed to a 13.5-sack season that featured defensive touchdowns in back-to-back games.

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Denver Broncos News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 6

Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto Seeking At Least $20M Annually?

Broncos LB Nik Bonitto is heading into the final year of his deal in 2025 after making the AP All-Pro second team in his breakout season last year. Per Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette, the Broncos are having discussions about an extension for Bonitto.

NFL News / Yardbarker / February 24

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NFL News / Buffalo Bills on SI / January 13

Dion Dawkins drops legendary third-person reference when asked how Bills stopped the Broncos Nik Bonitto

Coming into the Bills' wild-card showdown with the Broncos, there was a lot of talk about the Bills' offensive line versus the Broncos pass rush. Nik Bonitto is part of that formidable rush, and was third in the league with 13.5 sacks, according to ESPN stats.