Why Bosa could be traded: When Bosa plays, he’s a top-tier passer rusher. The problem is that he hasn’t played enough. Bosa missed 20 games over the 2022 and 2023 seasons due to various injuries. With a new coaching staff and front office coming to Los Angeles this offseason, it could be time to part ways and recoup some value for the 28-year-old Bosa.
Potential team fit: Detroit Lions, which would create a potent pass-rushing duo of Bosa and Aidan Hutchinson. The Lions could use another game-wrecking opposite of Hutchinson. They are in the bottom 10 in the NFL in sacks through Week 17, with Hutchinson as their only player who has more than five. Bosa could bring the unit to another level.
After several years of very high level play, Bosa has apparently declined this season. After effects of the 2022 injury? Age? The main concern is that this has occurred while having Khalil Mack pass rushing from the other side. Of course, the flip side of that argument is that the presence of Bosa has created more opportunities for Mack.
Cap hits if $36 and $33 million over the next two years… Often injured… Any trade would likely trigger a new contract… He’s 29 next season… All reasons to pass on that. I’d rather trade for a top corner and draft DL.