Nick Bosa, a prominent NFL defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers, stirred up social media over the weekend with a surprising encounter. The NFL star was spotted alongside former President Donald Trump and Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow at UFC 299 in Miami, where they attended the fight between Sean O’Malley and Marlon Vera.
.@realDonaldTrump, Nick Bosa, and Joe Burrow at #UFC299 in Miami, Florida… pic.twitter.com/VUz3lBdfqR
— Dan Scavino Jr.🇺🇸🦅 (@DanScavino) March 10, 2024
During the event, a photo captured the trio posing together, and a video posted on social media showed Burrow engaging in a brief conversation with both Bosa and Trump. The unexpected meetup sparked curiosity among fans, prompting inquiries about Nick Bosa’s background.
Bosa, originally from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, entered the NFL scene in 2019 with the San Francisco 49ers. His connection with Joe Burrow traces back to their college days at Ohio State University. Bosa played football at Ohio State from 2016 to 2018, coinciding with Burrow’s time there from 2015 to 2017.
Notably, Bosa gained attention for his posts on social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) expressing admiration for then-President Trump. In a now-deleted 2018 post, he referred to Trump and Ronald Reagan as “GOATs” (Greatest of All Time). Additionally, Bosa labeled former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick a “clown” in another tweet.
Ex-President Donald Trump met with NFL Quarterback Joe Burrow and 49ers Defensive End Nick Bosa.
— Deshaun Watson’s burner (@DWatsons_Burner) March 10, 2024
Donald Trump: “There aren’t many football players like you guys. You play the beautiful game the right way”
Joe Burrow: “On god Mr Trump”
Nick Bosa: “ Yeah I hate them F******… pic.twitter.com/79kMQZGney
However, Bosa later deleted several of his political posts and adopted a more reserved approach, explaining to ESPN that he toned down his expression of political views due to the possibility of playing in San Francisco.
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Who is Nick Bosa?
Nick Bosa is a star defensive end for the San Francisco 49ers in the National Football League (NFL). Here’s a quick rundown on him:
- College and Draft: Played college football at Ohio State and was drafted second overall by the 49ers in 2019.
- Early Success: Won NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2019 and helped the 49ers reach the Super Bowl that season.
- Top Defensive Player: In 2022, Bosa was awarded the prestigious NFL Defensive Player of the Year award.
- Family Lineage: Comes from a football family. His father is a former NFL player and his brother, Joey Bosa, is a current linebacker for the Los Angeles Chargers.
Bosa is considered one of the best young defenders in the league, known for his speed, strength, and ability to disrupt opposing offenses.
Nick Bosa HomeTown
Nick Bosa’s hometown is Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He was born and raised there before attending Ohio State University for college.
How does Nick Bosa know Joe Burrow?
Nick Bosa and Joe Burrow know each other from their college football days at Ohio State University. Here’s the breakdown:
- Teammate Time: Bosa played for the Buckeyes from 2016-2018, while Burrow played from 2015-2017. There were two seasons (2016 & 2017) where their paths overlapped.
- Friendship Formed: Though Burrow was a year ahead, they lived in the same dorms and became friends along with other teammates. Their bond continued even after Burrow transferred to LSU.
- Friendly Rivals Now: Currently, they play on opposing teams (Bosa with the 49ers and Burrow with the Bengals), but their friendly competition adds another layer to their NFL matchups.
Recent Communication: There were even reports of them staying in touch during their contract extension negotiations in 2023, with the same agent representing both.
Content Contributor: Sridhar Naresh
***With inputs from cincinnati.com
