Joey Bosa of the LA Chargers Anticipates Limited Role in Upcoming Game After Injury

Bosa’s Injury Struggles and His Expected Participation Against the Saints

Joey Bosa, the star outside linebacker of the Los Angeles Chargers, is looking forward to his partial participation in the forthcoming Sunday match against the New Orleans Saints. Having suffered a hip injury, which was later revealed as a glute strain impacting his sciatic nerve, Bosa has been on the bench since the third week of the season. This injury incident, according to Bosa, has led to “some of the worst pain I’ve ever dealt with.”

The Onset of Bosa’s Injury and its Impact

The discomfort began to surface in the run-up to the Chargers’ third-week game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bosa recalled his leg giving out on the first play of that game when Steelers tackle Broderick Jones knocked him to the ground. “I definitely didn’t expect it to be as bad as it has been,” Bosa admitted. “And then it just kept dragging and dragging. Here we’re five weeks later, or however long it’s been, so it was tough.”

Previous Injuries and Bosa’s Performance

In the Chargers’ second-week match against the Carolina Panthers, Bosa was also limited due to a back injury. However, he clarified that this was unrelated to his current glute strain. Despite the injuries, Bosa demonstrated his remarkable talent in week 1 against the Las Vegas Raiders, where he finished with 7 tackles, 1 forced fumble, 1 sack, and 4 quarterback pressures. “He is that player,” Coach Jim Harbaugh praised after the game. “Saw it in the production, in the tackles, in the hustle. He was great against the run and unblockable in the pass; a huge game.”

Bosa’s Injury History and His Determination to Overcome

Despite his undeniable talent, Bosa’s career has been plagued by consistent injuries, preventing him from showcasing his skills on a regular basis. He accumulated only 14 games across the 2022 and 2023 seasons and has participated in a mere 16 snaps since the first week of this season. Additional injuries occurred off-season when he broke his left hand during a joint practice with the LA Rams on August 4. Post-surgery, Bosa practiced with a club, hoping that his injury woes were behind him. However, the recent injury setback landed him in a “dark place.”

Rehab, Outlook, and Bosa’s Ambition for the Future

“I feel like I’ve been letting my team down missing these games,” Bosa confessed, expressing regret about letting down his coaches, the organization, and himself. He acknowledged hitting a low point dealing with his injuries but believes it has made him mentally stronger. Bosa credited his family and therapist for their support during his rehabilitation journey. As he looks forward to this weekend’s game, he expresses optimism about his prospects. “I think I have a few years, maybe, hopefully, a few good years left, and I just want to do everything I possibly can to take advantage of my opportunity,” Bosa declared.