PFF ranks Nik Bonitto 15th among NFL pass rushers for 2025

Pro Football Focus has released its rankings for the top edge defenders in the 2025 NFL season, placing Nik Bonitto of the Denver Broncos at 15th with a score of 79.2. Bonitto shares this rank with Khalil Mack and is noted for his significant improvement since his rookie year in 2022. He generated 81 pressures during the season, which contributed to his strong pass-rush grade of 86.5. As the Broncos aim to contend in the upcoming season, Bonitto’s development, particularly in run defense, will be crucial. Experts suggest that Bonitto could reach a higher overall grade in 2026 with continued improvement.

• 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — PFF ranked 14 pass rushers higher than Nik Bonitto in 2025