Overview

• Bonitto practiced Tuesday for the first time since a bone spur was removed from his right foot and is expected to play Saturday in the preseason finale at New Orleans.
• He said negotiations are "going well," expressed confidence in agent Tory Dandy, and noted a deal before Week 1 is not necessary.
• The 2024 breakout performer logged 13.5 sacks with Pro Bowl and second-team All-Pro honors, positioning him as Denver’s next priority after new deals for Courtland Sutton and Zach Allen.
• The foot issue surfaced after an Aug. 7 joint practice with the 49ers; he had a minor procedure with three stitches and is still regaining full comfort.
• Market dynamics involving unsigned stars Micah Parsons and Trey Hendrickson, plus Denver’s reported cap space near $5.6 million, could shape the timing and value of an extension.