“Just being able to watch [the Pro Bowl] all the time as a kid, and trying to envision myself one day being there, for it to be a reality now, this is just a dream come true,” Nik Bonitto stated. After earning his first Pro Bowl selection, the Denver Broncos LB reflected on his sentiments. Beginning his NFL journey in 2022 with the Broncos switching from Oklahoma, Nik, 25 quickly established himself as one of the best linebackers.

Known for his exceptional speed and pass-rushing skills, the All-American honoree raised many eyebrows with his rookie 4-year contract deal with the Broncos. It is also reflected in his net worth. He is building a solid financial foundation with his massive NFL contract and other endorsement deals. So, let’s explore the finer cents he earns!

What is Nik Bonitto’s net worth?

According to the Salary Sport website, the Broncos linebacker’s estimated net worth is around $5,801,890. Undoubtedly, his massive $5,801,890 contract deal and other brand endorsement deals accumulated in his net worth. With his rookie contract that will run through 2025, he will receive a $1,399,556 signing bonus. Impressively, under this deal, he will earn the $1,399,556 guaranteed amount of money.

For his consistent performance, he is also gaining attention from top brands. And, for his breathtaking football abilities, he also received appreciation from the Broncos’ defensive coordinator Vance Joseph ahead of the 2024 season. He addressed Bonitto as a “special player.” “Nik is a special rusher. He had a great year last year. Even with missed time, he had a pretty good year,” he stated while emphasizing his performance in the 2023 season.

Undoubtedly, he solidified his status in the league since he entered the NFL realm as the Broncos’ second-round pick in the 2022 draft. Moreover, NFL standout LB receives a handsome salary, under his hefty contract deal.

What is Nik Bonitto’s salary?

The former Oklahoma standout player who garnered several accolades during his college days from 2018 to 2021, drew the attention of the NFL team. And, for his exceptional athletic skills, he became the well-paid NFL LB in football.

Bonitto’s rookie contract of $5,801,890 with the Broncos undoubtedly left many in awe. Per the Spotrac website, the All-Big 12 honoree receives a base salary of 5 million dollars in 2025 under his 4-year lucrative contract deal with the team.

On May 12, 2022, Nik inked a 4 years rookie contract deal with the Broncos.  Under this deal, he will earn an average annual salary of $1,450,473. His contract breakdown for 2025 also carried a cap hit value of $5,349,889 and a dead cap of  $349,889 alongside the base salary of $5,000,000.

What is Bonitto’s contract tenure with the Broncos?

As mentioned above, after excelling at Oklahoma, he signed a multimillion-year contract with the Broncos. During his remarkable college days, ex-Oklahoma LB amazingly recorded 68 solo with 18.5 sacks for 119 yards. After witnessing his athletic prowess, Denver offered him an impressive $5.801 million 4-year contract rookie deal in 2022.

As per the Spotrac website, his rookie contract will run through 2025. The website also confirmed that NFL rookie linebacker also received a base salary of $1,232,445 with a signing proportion of $349,889 and cap hit value of $1,582,334 in 2024.

Besides receiving a base salary of $5 million in 2025, the Broncos linebacker will also receive a signing proportion of $349,889. Even in the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Nikolas Bonitto received a base salary of $705,000 and $968,722 respectively. Receiving such high amounts, he has a solid financial health, allowing him to focus on his dreams.