Chargers release linebacker Joey Bosa after nine seasons
The Los Angeles Chargers released linebacker Joey Bosa on Wednesday, ending his nine-year career with the team. This decision was influenced by his high salary cap number and ongoing injury issues. Bosa had a cap hit of $36.47 million for the 2025 season. His release will save the Chargers $25.36 million in cap space. He was the third overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft. Bosa played 14 games last season, recording five sacks, his lowest total in six seasons with at least 12 games played. He struggled with injuries, missing significant time in 2022 and 2023.