The five time Pro Bowl pass rusher Joey Bosa has battled a few tough injuries in the last couple of years but he has been a force to be reckoned with on the field, ahead of the new season. Days away from training camp, as Joey Bosa remains a free agent, amid rumors of taking retirement, the San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings have emerged as potential landing spots for him. The five time Pro Bowl pass rusher Joey Bosa has battled a few tough injuries in the last couple of years but he has been a force to be reckoned with on the field. Days away from training camp, as Joey Bosa remains a free agent, amid rumors of taking retirement, the San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings have emerged as potential landing spots for him.CategoryDetailsPlayerJoey BosaCurrent StatusUnrestricted Free Agent (Contract expired with the Buffalo Bills)Rumored TeamsSan Francisco 49ers, Cincinnati Bengals, and the Minnesota VikingsSigning LikelihoodLow to Moderate Latest Insider UpdateSan Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings have emerged as potential landing spots for him; League insiders note that it is more likely than not that Joey Bosa might opt for retirement;
Which teams are interested in Joey Bosa?
In the last few months, ever since Joey Bosa’s contract with the Buffalo Bills, he has been linked to several teams.As per NFL insiders, the Detroit Lions, the San Francisco 49ers and the Minnesota Vikings could be eyeing him.
What are insiders saying about the rumors?
A few hours ago, Tyler Dragon of the USA Sports noted in a recent report, “Best fit: San Francisco 49ers Signs point toward retirement for the elder Bosa. ESPN’s Adam Schefter said it’s “more likely than not” Bosa’s played his last down in the NFL. In May, his brother Nick said Joey isn’t “thinking too much about football.”If Bosa does decide to continue his playing career, a tag team with his younger brother in San Francisco makes logical sense. Joey’s better suited as the second or third-best edge rusher on a team, and he’d be that in San Francisco alongside his brother and second-year pro Mykel Williams.”Another report by the Last Word on Sports stated, “The Minnesota Vikings need another pass rusher after trading Jonathan Greenard to the Philadelphia Eagles. Andrew Van Ginkel and Dallas Turner are adequate starters, but neither one is anything special at this phase in their respective career. Joey Bosa might not have All-Pro potential anymore, but he’d be a great part of this rotation and could have a career season with defensive coordinator Brian Flores calling the shots. Minnesota must make the playoffs to avoid a regime change, and Bosa’s presence will improve a defense that will likely need to compensate for a questionable quarterback room.”
How will this impact the teams?
For the San Francisco 49ers, signing Joey Bosa will help pair him up with his younger brother, Nick Bosa, instantly creating one of the NFL’s most elite and highly motivated edge-rushing duos.For the Minnesota Vikings, signing Joey Bosa would fill a critical need for an experienced edge rusher.