With free agency just lurking around the corner, every NFL team wants to have as much cap space as they can on their 2025 roster. We have seen how the Steelers did not retain both their starting quarterbacks Russell Wilson and Justin Field to generate more cap space. Now, the Los Angeles Chargers have also released their defensive end Joey Boas in a cost-cutting move. With Bosa out in the free market, the Chargers have saved $25.3 million in cap space for 2025. While this is actually a clever move from the Chargers, it may end up benefiting their rival, the SF 49ers.
We all know how crucial Joey Bosa’s younger brother, Nick Bosa, has been for the 49ers in the last few years. But is his brilliance enough for the 49ers’ defense? Maybe not. Kyle Shanahan understands is not unaware of the immediate need at the defensive end in San Francisco. Now, when Joey Bosa, another excellent DE if not for his injuries, is available in the free market and if rumors are to be believed, we may see the Bosa brothers playing together in San Francisco.
Well, the NFL loves a good sibling storyline. We have the Kelces running podcast empires, the Watts causing chaos on defense, and now, the Bosa brothers potentially linking up to turn the 49ers’ pass rush into a real-life boss battle. Imagine two elite edge rushers—same bloodline, same freaky athleticism—hunting QBs together. Yeah, that’s a scary sight, and it might actually happen.
Word on the street is that Joey Bosa and the Niners are deep in talks, and it’s looking really promising. Nothing’s official yet, but insiders say it’s trending that way. Both Bosas are manifesting this union, and the 49ers seem to be on board. If this deal happens, expect it to be a mid-sized contract with a bunch of incentives—basically, ‘stay healthy and secure the bag‘ terms for Joey. While we do not know if the Niners actually are interested in signing Joey or not, will the senior Bosa miss the opportunity to join forces with his younger brother?
As per Tyler Brooke of the 33rd Team, this could be a tempting opportunity for Joey. “The opportunity to play with his brother could be an awfully tempting proposition for Bosa,” writes Brooke.
Now, let’s talk about what that would mean. Nick Bosa is already a walking nightmare for O-lines, but adding Joey? That’s insane. QBs might start fake-limping to the sideline before kickoff. Fans are saying this could be a case where the sum is greater than the parts, and honestly? They might be right. Two Bosas flying off the edge? Offensive coordinators might start calling in sick.
Not everyone’s sold on the idea, though. Some fans think Nick Bosa needs to step up his own game first before bringing in his bro, especially after a slight mid-season. And yeah, Joey Bosa’s got that injury history, which is why the Niners are probably structuring this deal like a ‘prove it’ contract. But what if he stays healthy? It’s GG for opposing offenses.
Joey Bosa’s free agency move comes after the Chargers coldly cut him loose after nine seasons. They saved $25M in cap space but still ate $11M in dead money. Even with his injuries, Joey still pulled up and secured his fifth Pro Bowl selection last season, racking up 22 tackles and five sacks in 14 games. Now, he’s out here labeled the ‘Chargers Outcast,’ but let’s be real—he might just be plotting the ultimate revenge arc in San Francisco.
Meanwhile, the rest of the league is making some big moves. The Raiders are low-key eyeing DK Metcalf to boost their offense after a tough 2024. Over in San Francisco again, the 49ers are apparently sending Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders for a fifth-round pick in the 2025 Draft—the deal’s almost locked in.
If the 49ers pull off this Bosa Bros union, the NFC West is cooked. Stay tuned—this off-season is just getting started.
49ers playing cheap with Brock Purdy? This contract drama is getting messy
The 49ers are out here moving shady with Brock Purdy’s contract, and fans are not having it. My guy went from “Mr. Irrelevant” to leading this squad to back-to-back NFC Championship games, yet the front office is out here tossing him a $45M per year deal like it’s a bargain bin special. And when elite QBs are getting at least $50M+? Yeah, that’s kinda disrespectful. So, what’s the deal?
49ers playing hardball with Purdy is very on brand. Starting your offers at $45M a year is something
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) March 5, 2025
Let’s keep it real—Purdy ate in 2023, dropping 4,280 yards with a 113.0 passer rating and setting franchise records. But what about last season? His stats were still solid (3,864 yards, 20 TDs, 12 INTs, 96.1 passer rating), but the drop-off had people side-eyeing if he’s really that guy long-term. Plus, injuries to Brandon Aiyuk and CMC had him out there playing in hard mode.
And then there’s the money talk. The 49ers are tight on cap space, so they’re trying to finesse this deal without handing out a bag. That’s why they’re even thinking about shipping off Aiyuk to free up some cash. Plus, the Niners love dragging the contract talks—just ask Nick Bosa how long he had to wait for his payday.
Now, are the 49ers secretly plotting a Purdy replacement? As of now, there’s no real evidence, but let’s be honest—if this contract drama drags on, things could get spicy real quick. The NFL is cutthroat, and teams switch up faster than a TikTok trend when money gets involved.
Bottom line: Purdy deserves his bag, but the 49ers are moving like they’re trying to low-key test him. If they don’t lock this in soon, we might be looking at some serious QB drama in the Bay. Stay tuned—this story is far from over.