Joey Bosa's Chargers Era Ends After Nine Seasons—What's Next?
Wow, this is a big one! The Los Angeles Chargers have officially released Joey Bosa, ending a nine-season run with one of the franchise’s most dominant defensive players. Bosa, a five-time Pro Bowler and former Defensive Rookie of the Year, has been a cornerstone of the Chargers' defense since being drafted third overall in 2016. But now, with salary cap considerations and persistent injury concerns, the team has decided to part ways.
From the moment Bosa stepped onto the field in his rookie season, he proved he was a force to be reckoned with. That year, he racked up 10.5 sacks and won Defensive Rookie of the Year honors, instantly making his mark in the NFL. Over the years, he built a reputation as one of the league’s best pass rushers, accumulating 72.0 career sacks—second-most in Chargers history—along with 343 tackles and 17 forced fumbles. When healthy, he was a nightmare for opposing quarterbacks.
But that’s the key phrase— when healthy . Injuries have plagued Bosa throughout his career, and the past three seasons have been particularly rough. He hasn’t played a full season since 2021, and in 2022, a groin tear kept him out for most of the year. Last season, a foot injury limited him to just nine games. While he managed to play 14 games in 2024, he was dealing with wrist, back, and hip issues throughout the season. With that kind of injury history, the Chargers had a tough decision to make.
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Financially, this move makes sense for the team. By releasing Bosa, the Chargers save $25.36 million against the cap, giving them more flexibility to make moves in free agency. But from a fan perspective, it’s tough to see a franchise player like Bosa go, especially since he was one of the last remaining links to the Chargers' San Diego days.
So what’s next for Bosa? There are already rumors that he could join his younger brother, Nick Bosa, on the San Francisco 49ers . That would be an exciting move, reuniting the Bosa brothers on a defense that’s already one of the best in the league. But there’s also the question of his health and what kind of contract he can command on the open market. At 29 years old, he still has plenty left in the tank— if he can stay on the field.
As for the Chargers, this is a major shake-up for their defense. With Bosa gone and Khalil Mack potentially on his way out as well, the team will look very different in 2025. The pressure will be on young players like Tuli Tuipulotu and Bud Dupree to step up and fill the void.
One thing is for sure—this move marks the end of an era for the Chargers, and wherever Bosa lands next, it’s going to be a story worth following.
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