Joey Bosa and Nick Bosa share more than just a last name.
As pass-rushing brothers, they’ve turned sibling rivalry into a force that drives them to greatness on the football field.
Joey Bosa, suiting up for the Los Angeles Chargers, and Nick Bosa, terrorizing offenses for the San Francisco 49ers, have managed to keep their bond strong despite playing for different teams.
Their childhood, filled with competitive moments, laid the foundation for their current Pro Bowl-level success.
Joey Bosa recently opened up about their unique relationship on the “Green Light With Chris Long” podcast.
“Definitely, you know. The brother, the rivalry, it’s like a weird combination of feelings,” Joey Bosa said. “Like, obviously I want him to kill it and do great. But after he beats the guy, I’m like, just a little bit of ‘I want to have a better game this week.’ Like, just miss the sack a little bit. You had a great rush, that’s OK, it’s good enough.”
Joey Bosa on being fueled by his brotherly rivalry @betmgm pic.twitter.com/dkaYGmR4nc
— Green Light with Chris Long (@greenlight) September 27, 2024
Joey Bosa admits that the “brotherly rivalry” is one of the best parts of both being in the NFL.
It’s a delicate balance of support and competition that pushes them to excel.
The idea of joining forces on the same defensive line isn’t lost on them, and Nick Bosa has even expressed excitement at the prospect.
For now, they remain committed to their respective teams, using their rivalry to fuel improvement.
Despite playing for different sides, the brothers talk daily, offering unwavering support for each other’s careers.
As they continue to dominate individually, the Bosas prove that competition and brotherly love aren’t mutually exclusive.
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