In their inaugural season under head coach Jim Harbaugh, the Los Angeles Chargers demonstrated flashes of promise, securing a playoff berth and showcasing a strong defensive unit. Offensively, quarterback Justin Herbert and the rookie receiver Ladd McConkey showed glimpses of brilliance.
However, the Chargers’ playoff run was cut short by a 32-12 loss to the Houston Texans, a game marred by Herbert’s four interceptions — evidencing the need for further offensive refinement, particularly at the wide receiver position.
Adding a seasoned veteran to the receiving corps could provide a valuable complement to the team’s young talent, bringing experience, leadership, and a consistent target for Herbert.
In the wake of the announcement that the San Francisco 49ers are allowing Deebo Samuel to find a trade partner, Bleacher Report proposed a trade that would land the six-season pass catcher.
Los Angeles Chargers Send Bosa to SF, In Exchange For Deebo Samuel
49ers Get: EDGE Joey Bosa, 2025 fifth-round pick
Chargers Get: WR Deebo Samuel
“The Chargers might have a chance to land Samuel by trading pass-rusher Joey Bosa to San Francisco, where he could pair with his brother, Nick Bosa. While many Chargers fans might not love that scenario, it would make some sense for L.A.
The elder Bosa will turn 30 in July and is coming off a modest five-sack season. He’s also entering the final year of his contract, and the Chargers could save $25.4 million by trading him.
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With $64.7 million in projected cap space, the Chargers could afford to either extend Bosa or extend Samuel after acquiring the receiver in a trade. Harbaugh and Co. could prefer the move that better supports their quarterback.
This is likely a trade the Chargers would prefer to make early, allowing them to target pass-rushing replacements in free agency and the draft. It would also be a tougher deal for San Francisco, financially, since Bosa’s $13 million base salary far outweighs Samuel’s $1.2 million base salary.
Kicking in a Day 3 draft selection could help balance things a bit, and the 49ers would end up with a potentially potent pass-rushing rotation—featuring both Bosas and Leonard Floyd—for an immediate 2025 run.”