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ESPN Links Joey Bosa to 49ers as Edge Need Grows

Any move would hinge on a defined rotational role at a workable price.

Overview

  • ESPN’s Bill Barnwell labeled San Francisco an “obvious” landing spot for the unsigned pass rusher in a best-remaining free agents roundup.
  • The 49ers’ depth urgency increased after Bryce Huff announced his retirement on March 12, thinning the edge rotation.
  • Team reporter David Lombardi advised fans to “keep an eye” on Bosa, indicating interest without signaling an imminent agreement.
  • Bosa, set to play at 31 this season, posted 5.0 sacks and five forced fumbles in 15 games for the Bills in 2025 but carries injury concerns and a below-average quick-pressure rate noted by Barnwell.
  • Reporting projects Bosa’s value in San Francisco in a situational role alongside Nick Bosa, as the club reshapes its roster with moves such as trading for Osa Odighizuwa and signing Mike Evans.