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The news that the LA Chargers signed Joey Bosa to a record-breaking five-year extension came out of nowhere Tuesday afternoon.
It stunned you, me, and everyone else around the NFL landscape, but man did it feel good to finally see that headline flash across my Twitter timeline.
The Chargers and DE Joey Bosa have reached an agreement on a 5-year, $135 million extension that ties him to LA the next six years, per @AdamSchefter.
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) July 29, 2020
$102M guaranteed - a new NFL defensive record. pic.twitter.com/HxL1v4ji5Y
When big news like this gets dropped, one of my favorite things to do is scour Twitter for the best reactions and thoughts about it. Finding the best GIFs and fun facts associated with it can really addd to the moment.
One of my favorite tweets I found was from Senior NFL reporter Albert Breer, where he essentially showcased just how incredibly PAID this group of former Ohio State Buckeyes are now.
One of the greatest collections of talent in college football history continues to get in the pros.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) July 29, 2020
Chargers DE Joey Bosa: 5 years, $135 million.
Saints WR Michael Thomas: 5 years, $96.25 million.
Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott: 6 years, $90 million.
Unsurprisingly, someone turned Stephen A. Smith into a meme for the sake of this news and it is as enjoyable as you’d expect.
Jadeveon Clowney watching Joey Bosa get a $135 million extension pic.twitter.com/QeJD43amOu
— Stephen A. Smith Burner (@SASBurnerAcct) July 29, 2020
But for the most part, players around the NFL shared their thoughts and congratulations with the Big Bear getting what he’s deserved for a while now.
It started with his teammates ...
Congrats @jbbigbear well deserved ⚡️⚡️
— Derwin James Jr (@DerwinJames) July 29, 2020
I’m glad we’re going to be teammates for the next few years @jbbigbear
— Drue Tranquill (@DTranquill) July 29, 2020
...then moved to other Ohio State alumni..
I see you @jbbigbear you deserve every penny!! Congrats!!
— Cam Heyward (@CamHeyward) July 29, 2020
#BUCKEYES GET MONEY EVERY YEAR WE TAKE THE TOP! #GOBUCKS and congratulations to my bro @jbbigbear https://t.co/cmaCjAWyOE
— Michael Thomas (@Cantguardmike) July 29, 2020
...and ended with other elite players at the position.
@jbbigbear whew I c ya!!!! Love to see it!! Coldest hand combos and transitions in the game https://t.co/NDgLqj4Wos
— cameron jordan (@camjordan94) July 29, 2020
Also, former Chargers team writer Ricky Henne offered up this funny Bosa anecdote to cap things off.
Joey Bosa’s new contract made me dig this one up.
— Ricky Henne (@RickyHenne) July 29, 2020
Before I left the Chargers, he signed one of my favorite stories I wrote in the most Joey Bosa fashion. pic.twitter.com/mcE1cC0AFj
It was a great day for everyone involved and a huge W for the fan base. Here’s to six more years of watching Bosa get after quarterbacks as the face of the franchise!
And of course, today’s links.
Chargers News:
Chris Hayre talks with GM Tom Telesco about his expectations for an “unconventional” training camp (Chargers.com)
Check out the A.S.A.P hype video from the Chargers (Chargers.com)
Daniel Popper writes down his thoughts on the Chargers extending Joey Bosa (The Athletic)
Gavino Borquez previews the Chargers in regards to fantasy football in 2020 (Chargers Wire)
NFL News:
Dan Graziano believes the trend of holdouts by players entering the final year of their contract will be a thing of the past (ESPN)
The ESPN Staff highlights their favorites arrivals by players on Tuesday (ESON)
Kristopher Knox lists a trade each NFL team should offer up right now (Bleacher Report)
Maurice Moton discusses the best NFL players to retire prematurely (Bleacher Report)
Chris Trapasso thinks these AFC rookies will could immediately replace veterans (CBS Sports)
The Lions’ binder of Covid-19 protocols is actually bigger than their playbook (Pro Football Talk)