Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto ranked No. 32 on NFL’s Top 100 players of 2026 list
Nik Bonitto is staying put among the NFL’s top edge rushers.
The Broncos outside linebacker ranked No. 32 on the NFL’s Top 100 players of 2026 list, the league said Friday, as voted on by players. Bonitto rose several spots from No. 38 a year ago.
Last season, Bonitto set a career high in sacks (14) in addition to 28 quarterback hits and two forced fumbles. It earned him a second consecutive selection to the Pro Bowl. Several NFL players discussed what makes Bonitto a special talent in the league’s announcement video.
“Fast off the ball,” ex-Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy said. “He’s probably the best right now in the league.”
Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. added: “The way he rushes is like none other. He’s just relentless.”
Bonitto is the fifth Broncos player named to the Top 100 list. He joins left tackle Garett Bolles (No. 42), quarterback Bo Nix (No. 59), wide receiver Courtland Sutton (No. 68) and defensive lineman Zach Allen (No. 73). Further player rankings will continue to be released over training camp.





