With the new NFL season approaching, every football team is busy making big changes to their rosters in hopes of reaching the Super Bowl in 2026. While some changes feel necessary, the release of Joey Bosa from the Chargers might shock fans, especially considering his impressive status as a 5-time Pro Bowler.
Yes, you heard that right! The Los Angeles Chargers have released five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Joey Bosa, ending his nine-year run with the team. This decision was made because of Bosa’s high salary and injury problems.
The #Chargers have informed star pass-rusher Joey Bosa that he’s being released. One of the best Chargers ever. pic.twitter.com/mFg5sDBe8T
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 6, 2025
Bosa was picked third overall by the Chargers in the 2016 NFL Draft. He had a salary cap number of $36.47 million for the 2025 season. By letting him go, the Chargers save $25.36 million in cap space.
Bosa’s release ends an era, as he was the last player from when the team played in San Diego. Now, the million-dollar question is who will take his place and where Bosa will next play.
Will Joey Bosa join the San Francisco 49ers?
Joey Bosa has been a big star for the Chargers. His 72 sacks rank second in the team’s history, and he earned four Pro Bowl selections in his first five years.
Because of his success, many teams want to add him to their roster. Now, as Joey becomes a free agent, people are wondering if he will join his younger brother, Nick Bosa, on the San Francisco 49ers.
🚨JUST IN: The #49ers are the FAVORITES to sign free agent All-Pro pass rusher Joey Bosa, per @BovadaOfficial.
— MLFootball (@_MLFootball) March 6, 2025
Bosa is a 4x Pro Bowler & would be a dynamic duo with his brother Nick Bosa.
Joey and Nick have discussed playing together in the NFL, and their mom wants it to happen pic.twitter.com/7EBOraLjCA
The idea of the Bosa brothers playing together has always been a dream for fans and the players. Both Joey and Nick went to St. Thomas Aquinas High School and Ohio State University.
They’ve never played on the same team before, but this might be their best chance to do so in the NFL. There is also a report that their mothers want them to play together.
