Sean Payton won’t discuss much about contracts after Broncos camp practice

The Denver Broncos still have a little bit of offseason work to do that has bled into the early days of training camp, but head coach Sean Payton didn’t want to say much about that business on Wednesday.

The two main issues for the club as camp kicks off are contract extensions for veteran wide receiver Courtland Sutton and standout pass rushers Nik Bonitto and Zach Allen. All of those players have reported to camp and seemed happy to do so, meaning the situation is tenable compared to others around the NFL. Perhaps because the sides seem to be in a good place, there doesn’t need to be much discussion about the ongoing negotiations.

“There are a number of guys you’re going to ask me about, a few contracts, they’re all being worked on, and it’s something we really would never discuss with you,” Payton said. “Those guys are getting work done. There’s been good communication. And I’m just going to leave it at that, relative to the specific players.”

Broncos head coach Sean Payton after the first day of training camp: “You’re going to ask me about a few contracts. They’re all being worked on. Something I’d never discuss with you.” pic.twitter.com/RRopuVWE9R

— Will Petersen (@PetersenWill) July 23, 2025

The trio, hoping for bigger contracts, all participated in Wednesday’s more intense workout.

Bonitto spoke over the weekend about his negotiations, sharing that they’re actively taking place and that he’s just focused on winning.

“I know these things can happen tomorrow or happen months from now,” he said, affirming there is no deadline for the deal.

Bonitto was third in the NFL last year in sacks. Some other big-time edge rushers have recently scored $41 million per year deals — like T.J. Watt – carrying big guarantees like the $123 million promised to Myles Garrett.

“Yeah, I mean, the edge market is kind of crazy right now, just knowing that everybody’s getting these big deals and it’s only getting bigger and bigger,” Bonitto said. “And, luckily for me, I’m in a good position right now where the market’s kind of in my favor.”

Bonitto is in the final year of his rookie deal. Also in a contract year is Sutton, who is due to make $14 million in 2025. The longtime wideout has 18 touchdown catches over the last years. Then there’s Allen, who was awesome in 2024 and is in the final year of his $46 million deal.

The sides all seem to be happy for now — working toward the 2025 season, while in the background, the business gets worked on with their long-term finances.

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