The Rising Star: Unveiling Nick Bosa – 49ers' Defensive End and Model Extraordinaire

Nick Bosa, the rising star of the NFL, has caught the attention of none other than Kim Kardashian. The renowned businesswoman handpicked the San Francisco 49ers defensive end to feature in the inaugural Skims mens campaign, causing a frenzy on the internet.

Sharing his thoughts before a game, Bosa revealed, "As I prepare for a game, my mind is filled with various thoughts, mostly focused on strategizing how to execute my moves." During the Skims promotional video in October 2023, he also dropped the surprising fact that he moonlights as an underwear model, a side gig that his fans may not be aware of.

Bosa, a native of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, developed his football skills before getting drafted into the NFL. He spent four years as a starter at St. Thomas Aquinas High School before committing to The Ohio State University. Following his successful three-year tenure as a Buckeye, Bosa decided to forgo his senior year and entered the NFL draft in 2019.

After signing a four-year contract with the 49ers, he made his NFL debut in September of the same year. Despite the 49ers' loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl, Bosa had an impressive season and was awarded the AP NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2019.

Bosa suffered an ACL tear during a game in 2020, which resulted in him being sidelined for the entire season. Fortunately, he made a successful recovery and made a comeback for the 2021 season. His outstanding performance in both 2021 and 2022 earned him recognition as one of the NFL's Top 100 Players.

When the 2023 season approached, there was a brief period where Bosa hesitated in signing a contract with the 49ers. However, in September of that year, he secured his position as the highest-paid defensive player in the NFL by agreeing to a lucrative five-year, $170 million extension, as reported by ESPN.

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Aside from his football stats, there’s a lot to know about Bosa. Keep reading for all the details:

1. Bosa Is a Buckeye

The football star played for two seasons at The Ohio State University from 2016 – 2018 until a surgery forced him to miss the 2018 season. Subsequently, Bosa chose to enter the NFL draft in 2019, deciding to forgo his senior year.

2. Bosa Comes From a Football Family

Bosa's family boasts more than one football star. John Bosa, his father, had a stint as a defensive end for the Miami Dolphins during 1987-1989. Furthermore, his older brother Joey Bosa, who also studied at Ohio State, has been a prominent player for the Los Angeles Chargers ever since his drafting in 2016.

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3. Bosa Has a Controversial Past

Prior to the 2019 NFL Draft, Bosa's previous social media content, including posts he had written and "liked," resurfaced on the internet. These posts, which have since been removed, contained purported racist and homophobic language. Bosa's earlier tweets expressed disapproval towards Colin Kaepernick, Beyoncé, and Marvel's Black Panther. He also voiced his support for former President Donald Trump.

In an interview with ESPN in 2019, Bosa acknowledged that he felt compelled to delete these past posts, citing the possibility of being drafted by the San Francisco team as a motivating factor.

Prior to the 2019 NFL Draft, Bosa once again discussed the controversy, assuring reporters that his agents had eradicated any potentially controversial content and acknowledging that he received backlash for the posts. Following his selection by the 49ers, Bosa took the opportunity to elaborate on the matter during a press conference.

“I apologize if I have caused anyone harm. It was never my intention. I believe that being in this city will bring about tremendous personal growth for me. There is no other place that can provide the same opportunities for growth and self-improvement,” he expressed in April 2019. “Interacting with people from diverse backgrounds will challenge me to evolve as an individual. I will be on my own, embarking on a journey of self-discovery and acquiring new knowledge. It fills me with excitement.”

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4. Bosa Had a Model Girlfriend

In 2020, he began dating model Jenna Berman and their breakup was seemingly announced by her in a TikTok video in November 2022.

Berman expressed her response to his silent treatment by revealing her ability to play that game even better. She bid him farewell with a blown kiss towards the camera, accompanied by the caption on TikTok that stated, "We will never communicate again."

When asked about his life off the field in January 2022, Bosa said he’s “been a hermit for quite some time.”

5. Bosa Is an Award-Winning Athlete

In 2019, Bosa was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. Following the 2022 season, he was awarded the honor of NFL Defensive Player of the Year.