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Nik Bonitto ranks No. 14 among NFL pass rushers, PFF says

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Nik Bonitto ranks No. 14 among NFL pass rushers, PFF says

Summary

Pro Football Focus has ranked Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto as the 14th best pass rusher in the NFL. After a rookie year with only 1.5 sacks, Bonitto improved significantly, recording 8 sacks in his second season and 13.5 sacks in 2024, followed by 14 sacks last season. Despite back-to-back Pro Bowl selections, Bonitto feels he is not receiving adequate recognition among elite pass rushers. PFF's analyst Gordon McGuinness noted Bonitto's impressive growth in pressure production and pass-rush grades, suggesting that he deserves a higher ranking than No. 14. Bonitto was previously ranked No. 32 in the NFL Top 100 Players for 2026.

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Key Details

•Bonitto recorded 14 sacks last season, continuing a trend of substantial improvement.
•He has been selected to back-to-back Pro Bowls, showcasing his skills.
•Pro Football Focus ranks him behind Myles Garrett, Will Anderson, Micah Parsons, and Aidan Hutchinson.
•His pressure production increased from 19 to 81 over the past four seasons.
•Broncos fans hope for increased acknowledgment of Bonitto's contributions.

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