Nick Bosa

American football defensive end, Super Bowl contender

Nick Bosa - American football defensive end, Super Bowl contender
Born

October 23rd, 1997
27 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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Drafted in 2019, played defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL. Achieved notable success during his rookie season, earning the NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year award. Contributed significantly to the team's journey to Super Bowl LV in 2020. Before joining the NFL, played college football at Ohio State University, where he was recognized as a consensus All-American.

NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year (2019)

Super Bowl LV appearance with the 49ers

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