Joey Bosa Released After Time with Chargers
As Bosa explores his options, the NFL world waits with bated breath to see where he will land next, and how he will contribute to his new team. With his impressive career statistics and proven track record, he is sure to make a significant impact wherever he goes.
The Los Angeles Chargers have released five-time Pro Bowler Joey Bosa, ending his nine-year tenure with the team, in a move that will save the team $25.36 million in cap space despite taking on a $11.111 million dead money charge.
Bosa, the third overall draft pick in 2016, had a remarkable start to his career, earning AP Defensive Player of the Year in his first season with 10.5 sacks and 41 tackles. However, injuries have limited him to just 28 games over the last three seasons, with 18 starts. He had 72 sacks in his Chargers career, second-most in franchise history, and was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2016.
The Chargers rewarded Bosa with a $135 million contract extension in 2020, but injuries have plagued him since, playing in just 28 games over the past three seasons. Despite this, Bosa was selected to his fifth Pro Bowl in 2024 and had a team-high six pressures and one sack in the Chargers' playoff loss. He will now enter free agency for the first time, potentially considering playing with his brother Nick Bosa on the 49ers.
The Dallas Cowboys may form a dominant pass rush duo with Bosa, who would provide a proven disruptor and strong presence opposite All-Pro Micah Parsons, creating a dynamic pass-rushing duo. At 29, Bosa is a younger alternative to free agent DeMarcus Lawrence, and the Cowboys have the cap space to sign him after restructuring the contracts of quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb.
Bosa's release marks the end of an era for the Chargers, and his future in the NFL will be closely watched as he enters free agency for the first time. With his talent and experience, he is likely to be a highly sought-after player, and his decision will have significant implications for the teams involved.
