Report: Chargers To Make Huge Decision With Joey Bosa

February 19, 2025

The Los Angeles Chargers are expected to release five-time Pro Bowl pass rusher Joey Bosa this offseason, according to ESPN’s Dan Graziano. 

Cutting Bosa before his $12.36 million roster bonus is due in March would clear over $25 million in cap space, making it a likely move as the team reshapes its roster under head coach Jim Harbaugh. 

Bosa, 29, has struggled with injuries, playing just 28 games over the past three seasons, and his production has dipped, recording only five sacks in 14 games last year. 

While he restructured his contract last offseason to remain with the Chargers, his 2025 salary is not guaranteed, giving the team an opportunity to move on with minimal dead cap.

The Chargers also face uncertainty with veteran pass rusher Khalil Mack, who is set to become a free agent and cannot be franchise-tagged. 

If Mack leaves, the team would be dangerously thin at edge rusher, which could force them to consider keeping Bosa at a lower price. Graziano noted that while releasing Bosa is expected, the Chargers could view him as a "priority" if Mack departs and they fail to land a suitable replacement. 

The team currently holds $63.4 million in cap space, but with extension talks looming for key players like left tackle Rashawn Slater, the front office may prioritize younger, more durable talent over an injury-prone veteran.

If Bosa is released, he will enter a crowded pass-rusher market that includes free agents such as Josh Sweat, Milton Williams, and Haason Reddick, while stars like Myles Garrett and Maxx Crosby have been rumored as trade candidates. 

Despite his talent, Bosa’s durability concerns could limit his value, making him a mid-tier option among available edge rushers.

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