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Bosa admittedly pondered teaming up with brother Joey during offseason

Bosa admittedly pondered teaming up with brother Joey during offseason originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area

SANTA CLARA — Could you imagine both Bosa brothers lining up together on the 49ers’ defensive line?

Nick Bosa certainly did. After rampant speculation during the 2024 NFL offseason regarding the future of Los Angeles Chargers star Joey Bosa, there was plenty of buzz about the eight-year veteran joining forces with his sibling in San Francisco.

In speaking to reporters Tuesday — when 49ers veterans reported for 2024 training camp — Bosa revealed he admittedly spent time wondering what it would be like to chase after opposing quarterbacks on the same defensive line as his brother.

“I did, yeah. It was fun to think about,” Bosa said. “I think he wanted to stick with the team and be a part of hopefully their turning it around. I think they have the people to do it, but haven’t really had everything come together. So yeah, I’m excited, he’s been there for a long time, so it would be a shame if he left when they turned it around.”

“It was fun to think about.”

At one point this offseason, Bosa thought about the possibility of teaming up with his brother 🤝 pic.twitter.com/RWOFMKdoWd

— 49ers on NBCS (@NBCS49ers) July 23, 2024

Before Nick’s dreams could become a reality, Joey eventually worked out restructured contract to stay in Los Angeles, taking a pay cut from $22 million to $15 million on the heels of back-to-back injury riddled seasons.

Joey voiced confidence in the Chargers’ new regime led by former 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh, stating his desire to run it back in Los Angeles with his teammates, particularly former NFL Defensive Player of the Year Khalil Mack.

“You know, I want to win. I want to be on this team,” Bosa said. “I want another shot with the guys in this room, especially Khalil. Yeah, that’s what it was and winning football games is more important to me right now than making some extra money.”

Although the 49ers remain in excellent shape with…


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Publish date : 2024-07-23 20:20:43

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