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.

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.

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.

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.

Jamar Cain told Nik Bonitto to relax. Sitting at Bonitto’s Florida home during the second round of the 2022 draft, the 6-foot-3 edge rusher was anxious. More than 24 hours into the draft he still hadn’t heard his name called.

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)

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

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

Not everyone thinks the Broncos should give Nik Bonitto an extension in 2025. Perhaps that’s what he was referring to?

At this time last year, George Paton expressed interest in a Patrick Surtain extension. Although it took several months, the Broncos finalized a contract with their top player.