Joey Bosa and Nick Bosa share more than just a last name.
As brothers who ran side-by-side, they have turned sibling rivalry into a force that propels them to greatness on the football field.
Joey Bosa, playing for the Los Angeles Chargers, and Nick Bosa, terrorizing for the San Francisco 49ers, have managed to keep their bond strong despite playing for different teams.
His childhood filled with competitive moments laid the foundation for his current Pro Bowl-level success.
Joey Bosa recently opened up about their unique relationship on the “Green Light with Chris Long” podcast.
“Of course, you know. The brothers, the rivalry, it’s a weird combination of emotions,” Joey Bosa said. “Like, obviously I want him to finish it and do well. But when he beats that guy, I just kind of say, ‘I want to play better this week.’ Like, just miss the sack a little. You had a big crowd, it’s OK, it’s good enough.”
Joey Bosa inspired by his brotherly rivalry @betmgm pic.twitter.com/dkaYGmR4nc
– Green Light with Chris Long (@greenlight) 27 September 2024
Joey Bosa admits the “brotherly rivalry” is one of the best parts of the two in the NFL.
It is a delicate balance of support and competition that drives them to excel.
The idea of joining forces on the same defensive line hasn’t been lost on them, and Nick Bosa has even expressed excitement at the prospect.
For now, they are committed to their respective teams and are using their rivalry to foster improvement.
Despite playing for different teams, the brothers talk daily and offer unwavering support for each other’s careers.
As they continue to dominate individually, the Bossas have proven that competition and brotherly love are not mutually exclusive.
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