Nik Bonitto leaves Broncos practice with injury, coach says he'll be fine

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Nik Bonitto leaves Broncos practice with injury, coach says he'll be fine
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Denver Broncos outside linebacker Nik Bonitto limped off the practice field on August 4, 2026, due to a left leg injury. Coach Sean Payton expressed little concern, stating Bonitto would be 'fine.' Also absent from practice were center Luke Wattenberg, tight end Caleb Lohner, and cornerback Jaden Robinson. Receiver Courtland Sutton received a rest day. Outside linebacker Dondrea Tillman increased his participation but did not engage in team drills. The Broncos have four more practices scheduled this week as they prepare for the upcoming preseason.

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  • Bonitto left practice early with a left leg injury.
  • Payton reassured fans that Bonitto will be fine.
  • Wattenberg, Lohner, and Robinson did not practice.
  • Sutton had a veteran rest day from practice.
  • Tillman increased participation but skipped team drills.
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  • 6:11 PMYahoo SportsBroncos injury report: Sean Payton says Nik Bonitto will be 'fine'
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Broncos coach Sean Payton said Nik Bonitto will be 'fine' after the pass rusher left Tuesday's practice.

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