Broncos edge rusher Nik Bonitto has missed a joint practice with Arizona after having a bone spur removed from his foot.

Broncos edge rusher Nik Bonitto underwent a simple operation to remove a bone spur, but the star is expected to be back by next week.

The Denver Broncos were without one of their top players in practice this week as second-team All-Pro outside linebacker Nik Bonitto recovered from a procedure to remove a bone spur on his foot. Coach Sean Payton said Thursday in his post-practice media availability that Bonitto aims to return to the field next week and could see action in the preseason game against the Saints on Aug.