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Broncos Nik Bonitto "trying to take advantage of the moment," playing himself into the Defensive Player of the Year conversation
Denver Broncos linebacker Nik Bonitto is playing himself into the conversation for Defensive Player of the Year.
Nik Bonitto’s splash plays for Broncos rooted in basketball background
The Broncos linebacker, a candidate for NFL Defensive Player of the Year, once competed against future NBA players like Deandre Ayton.
Nik Bonitto extends Broncos' lead on 50-yard return
It seems Denver Broncos outside linebacker Nik Bonitto comes up with crucial, game-winning plays every week. He scored his second touchdown in as many games on a 50-yard fumble return as the Colts tried to unpack their trick play bag.
Sean Payton Dishes on Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto's Defensive TD vs. Colts
The Denver Broncos defeated the Indianapolis Colts 31-13 in a defensive masterclass. After Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson scored on the ground early, the Denver defense clamped down, only allowing 13 total points and snagging five takeaways.
Denver Broncos Film Room: Nik Bonitto, PS2 make strong case for DPOY
In our latest Denver Broncos Film Room, how did the Broncos defense bounce back after their slow start on Sunday?
OLB Nik Bonitto records spectacular 50-yard defensive touchdown | Broncos vs. Colts
Outside linebacker Nik Bonitto breaks up an Indianapolis trick play and returns the ball 50 yards for a touchdown.
Broncos OLB Nik Bonitto's Case for DPoY Gets Stronger
However, the biggest surprise on defense must be third-year outside linebacker Nik Bonitto emerging as a legitimate DPoY candidate and one of the most dynamic defensive players in the NFL. This nationally unknown player has produced a season that the NFL hasn't seen in over 10 years.
Broncos' Nik Bonitto: Records another defensive TD in win
Bonitto recorded five tackles (three solo), including 0.5 sacks, in Denver's win over the Colts on Sunday. Bonitto also scored a defensive touchdown for the second straight game after he picked off a lateral on a trick play from the Colts and took it 50 yards to the house in the fourth quarter.
Broncos edge rusher Nik Bonitto is making a strong case for AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year
Bonitto joins a pretty illustrious list of former players to have at least 11.5 sacks on the year and multiple defensive touchdowns. That list includes J.J. Watt, Jason Taylor, an
Nik Bonitto snubbed for weekly award despite matching J.J. Watt's impressive stat
Nik Bonitto is the NFL’s first player since J.J. Watt (2014) with double-digit sacks and multiple TDs in a season. Watt won ...
Nik Bonitto burnishes DPOY resume and pushes Broncos to postseason doorstep: “Show me a better resume”
A three-and-out led to a 61-yard Marvin Mims Jr. punt return to set the Broncos up in the red zone. Nix, who ultimately threw ...
With long string of losing seasons over, Broncos have good chance to end 8-year playoff drought
The Denver Broncos are on the cusp of clinching their first playoff berth since 2015. They overcame a slow start and poor ...
Karl Mecklenburg: Nik Bonitto's fumble-6 was a thing of beauty
The interception/fumble recovery for a touchdown by Nik Bonitto was a thing of beauty,” Karl Mecklenburg wrote.
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A look at whose stock improved or declined after the Broncos’ 34-27 loss to the Chargers on Thursday at SoFi Stadium.
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Denver Broncos vs. Los Angeles Chargers: What to watch for, key matchups
The Denver Broncos can clinch a playoff spot tonight with a win. What to watch for and key matchups vs. the Chargers.
3 Reasons Broncos Lost to Chargers Besides Non-Call on WR Marvin Mims Jr.
The buzz centers around the missed pass interference call on Marvin Mims Jr. in the second half. Mims' arm was being held ...