Chargers Release Joey Bosa After Nine Seasons, Saving $25M in Cap Space

The five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher is now a free agent, with speculation linking him to a reunion with his brother Nick on the 49ers.

Joey Bosa, 29, was released by the Los Angeles Chargers, ending his nine-year tenure with the team and saving them $25.36 million in salary cap space.
Bosa's release was driven by his $36.4 million cap hit for 2025 and his recent injury history, which limited him to 28 games over the past three seasons.
The 49ers are considered a leading contender to sign Bosa, potentially reuniting him with his younger brother Nick, though no deal has been confirmed.
Bosa leaves the Chargers as their second all-time leader in sacks with 72, earning five Pro Bowl selections and the 2016 Defensive Rookie of the Year award during his tenure.
The Chargers now have over $90 million in cap space to reshape their roster for the upcoming season, with potential moves in free agency and trades anticipated.