Chargers Release Linebacker Joey Bosa After Nine Seasons
Los Angeles Chargers part ways with linebacker Joey Bosa, saving over $25 million in cap space as he heads to free agency.
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The Los Angeles Chargers have officially released linebacker Joey Bosa, ending his nine-season career with the team. This decision was influenced by Bosa's high cap hit of $36.47 million for 2025 and his ongoing injury concerns, which limited him to only 14 games in the past two seasons. Bosa, a five-time Pro Bowl selection and the third overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft, ranks second in franchise history with 72 career sacks. With his release, the Chargers aim to focus on re-signing Khalil Mack while Tuli Tuipulotu is expected to step up in the lineup.
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With Joey Bosa's departure, Tuli Tuipulotu is expected to move into a starting spot, and the Chargers may focus on re-signing Khalil Mack to maintain their defensive strength.
Joey Bosa will navigate free agency for the first time in his career. He has expressed interest in potentially playing with his brother Nick Bosa, a five-time Pro Bowl edge rusher with the San Francisco 49ers.
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