Oklahoma’s Nik Bonitto in rare company as a pass-rushing prospect

Oklahoma edge defender Nik Bonitto has been one of college football’s best pass rushers for his entire career

Anytime you’re mentioned in the same sentence with a recent No. 2 overall pick, you’re doing something right.

Oklahoma’s Nik Bonitto has been doing plenty of things right when it comes to getting after opposing quarterbacks, earning a pass-rushing grade of 94.0 from Pro Football Focus. That grade is second only to Chase Young since 2019, putting him on par with the former Ohio State star and current member of the Washington Football Team.

Bonitto may be considered undersized by some, but whatever he lacks on paper, he makes up for when the whistle blows. His nonstop motor, polished technique, athleticism and physicality have made him a nightmare for opposing blockers.

Don’t be surprised if he finds his way into the first round of the 2022 NFL draft.

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