Joey Bosa's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Joey Bosa.

Joey Bosa is an American professional football defensive end for the Buffalo Bills in the NFL. He played college football at Ohio State. Drafted third overall in 2016 by the San Diego Chargers, he was named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. Bosa comes from a football family; his father, John Bosa, was an NFL player, and his younger brother, Nick Bosa, also plays in the NFL.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

2013: Freshman All-American and All-Big Ten Selection

In 2013, Joey Bosa was named a first-team Freshman All-American and selected to the Freshman All-Big Ten first-team, recognizing his outstanding performance during his freshman year.

2013: Freshman All-American

In 2013, as a true freshman, Joey Bosa started 10 of 14 games, recording 44 tackles and 7.5 sacks. He was named a Freshman All-American by the Sporting News and College Football News.

2014: Unanimous All-American

In 2014, Joey Bosa was named a Unanimous All-American, becoming the 27th Buckeye in 84 years to achieve this honor. He finished his sophomore year with 13.5 sacks on 55 tackles and earned Big Ten Conference Defensive Player of the Year.

2014: Big Ten Honors and Lombardi Award Finalist

In 2014, during his sophomore year, Joey Bosa was named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year, Big Ten Lineman of the Year, First-team All-American, and All-Big Ten. Additionally, he was a Lombardi Award finalist, marking a highly successful year.

2016: Drafted by San Diego Chargers

In 2016, Joey Bosa was selected third overall by the San Diego Chargers in the NFL draft and was later named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year.

December 19, 2017: First Pro Bowl Selection

On December 19, 2017, Joey Bosa was named to his first Pro Bowl after a solid second season.

2017: Named NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year

In 2017, despite missing the first four weeks due to a hamstring injury, Joey Bosa finished his rookie year with 41 tackles, 10.5 sacks, and a forced fumble, earning him the title of NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year. He was also named to the NFL All-Rookie Team and ranked as the 100th best player in the league by his peers.

2019: Ranked on NFL Top 100

In 2019, Joey Bosa was ranked 56th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list, reflecting his performance and reputation in the league.

2020: Pro Bowl Selection and NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2020, Joey Bosa made the Pro Bowl after accumulating 11.5 sacks and 67 tackles in the 2019 season. He was also ranked 34th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list.

2021: Third Pro Bowl Nomination and NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2021, Joey Bosa earned his third Pro Bowl nomination and was ranked 32nd by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players list, highlighting his consistent performance and recognition.

2022: Fourth Pro Bowl Trip and NFL Top 100 Ranking

In 2022, Joey Bosa earned his fourth trip to the Pro Bowl, although he did not play due to an injury. He was ranked 30th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2022 list.