The Broncos followed that with extensions for rush linebacker Jonathon Cooper and left tackle Garett Bolles. And this offseason, the biggest moves the Broncos could make might very well be extensions for two players: defensive end Zach Allen and rush linebacker Nik Bonitto.

Holding his season-ending press conference, Denver Broncos general manager George Paton stated Wednesday that the team and outside linebacker Nik Bonitto have yet to begin negotiations toward a potential contract extension, for which Bonitto is eligible this offseason.

The Denver Broncos have considerably more cap room heading into this offseason as opposed to last year. General manager George Paton hits on how the Broncos will attack free agency and a possible-new contract for breakout edge rusher Nik Bonitto.

After the Broncos’ 31-7 loss to the Bills in the wild-card round on Sunday, here’s a look at which stock improved or declined during the 2024 season.

Nik Bonitto (15) of the Denver Broncos celebrates housing a pick-six on a pass thrown by Adonai Mitchell (10) of the Indianapolis Colts intended for Anthony Richardson (5) as Pat Surtain II (2) joins in the fun during the fourth quarter at Empower Field at Mile High in Denver on Sunday, Dec. 15, 2024. (Photo by AAron Ontiveroz/The Denver Post)

Denver Broncos rush linebacker Nik Bonitto. The former Oklahoma Sooner turned a massive corner in Year 3, going from being a rotational depth player to a Pro Bowler and All-Pro. Bonitto changed his jersey number (from No.

Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto, guard Quinn Meinerz, punt returner Marvin Mims Jr. and cornerback Pat Surtain II were named to the Pro Football Writers of America's All-NFL team. All four players were also named to the organization's All-AFC team.

Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto was visibly upset with how his team's season ended in the first round of the NFL Playoffs. That reaction quickly

How Broncos will Attack Free Agency, Nik Bonitto Contract ExtensionIt’s no secret that the Denver Broncos' running game in 2024 left much to be desired. It’s essential to have a viable running game to win in the NFL and take pressure off the quarterback,

Four Denver Broncos made the PFWA All-NFL team in 2024. The Broncos made the playoffs for the first time in eight years this season, and it was largely in part to individual greatness from many players. Deservedly, the team’s best players have been honored in recent weeks, and those awards may keep rolling in.

No extension talks yet, but George Paton said the Broncos would “obviously” like to have Nik Bonitto with the team long term.

How Broncos will Attack Free Agency, Nik Bonitto Contract ExtensionAnother Denver Broncos staff member might be on his way out of the door.FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz reported Wednesday that new Jets head coach Aaron Glenn is targeting Broncos assistant Chris Banjo for their special teams coordinator position.