Joey Bosa Injury: Updates on Chargers DE's Hamstring and Return

Mike ChiariSep 7, 2016

San Diego Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa was nursing a hamstring injury he suffered before the season started that held him out of the first four games, but he is ready to make his debut.

Continue for updates.

Bosa Active vs. Raiders

Sunday, Oct. 9

The Chargers announced Bosa was available to play against the Oakland Raiders in Week 5.

Latest on Bosa's Practice Status

Friday, Oct. 7

Michael Gehlken of the San Diego Union-Tribune reported Bosa participated in practice Friday for the third straight day.

McCoy Comments on Bosa's Injury

Monday, Sept. 26

Head coach Mike McCoy told reporters Bosa is "heading in [the] right direction" but said the linebacker is day-to-day.

Bosa Activated to Roster

Monday, Sept. 12

Henne noted the team activated Bosa as it moved wide receiver Keenan Allen to the injured reserve list with a torn ACL.

Telesco Comments on Bosa's Recovery

Thursday, Sept. 8

"Obviously, we're not optimistic right now," Chargers general manager Tom Telesco said, per Eric D. Williams of ESPN.com. "It truly is a day-to-day injury. It's a minor hamstring, and our goal is to make sure it doesn't turn into something long term."

Bosa Among League's Most Promising Rookies

After ranking just 24th in sacks during the 2015 season, the Bolts decided to make Bosa the first non-quarterback to be selected in the 2016 NFL draft.

The two-time All-American at Ohio State registered 26 sacks and 51 tackles for a loss during his three-year collegiate career and was viewed by most as the best pure pass-rusher in his class.

While quarterback Philip Rivers has helped keep the Chargers competitive in recent years, their defense has been an issue and was the primary reason they finished among the NFL's worst teams in 2015.

The team selected Bosa with the hope that he'd become a game-changing performer on the defensive side of the ball, but his injury woes could force San Diego to look elsewhere until he shows he's back to full strength.

Bosa is a supreme talent who commands attention from the offensive line whenever he is on the field, and the Chargers defense will be glad to welcome him back.

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