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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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  1. Chargers release star pass rusher Joey Bosa after 9 seasons

    With Bosa’s release, the Bolts will put a bigger emphasis on trying to re-sign linebacker Khalil Mack, who is an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his 11-year career.

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  2. Los Angeles Chargers release Joey Bosa: Why it happened

    While still a productive edge rusher, Bosa has battled injuries throughout his career.

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  3. Chargers release linebacker Joey Bosa after 9 seasons with the franchise

    With Bosa’s release, the Bolts will put a bigger emphasis on trying to re-sign linebacker Khalil Mack, who is an unrestricted free agent for the first time in his 11-year career.

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Updated: Mar 6th, 2025, 2:54 AM ET

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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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