PFF ranks Nik Bonitto 15th among NFL pass rushers for 2025
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 11:30 AM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
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.
- •Nik Bonitto ranked 15th among edge defenders with a 79.2 score.
- •He improved from a rookie grade of 52.4 in 2022.
- •Generated 81 pressures in the 2025 season.
- •Broncos need Bonitto’s growth for a successful 2026 campaign.
- •Experts believe he can improve to an 80-plus grade in 2026.
- 11:30 AMYahoo Sports — PFF ranked 14 pass rushers higher than Nik Bonitto in 2025
"Should Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto be ranked higher than 15th among the NFL's best pass rushers?
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