Chargers Center Bozeman Retires After 8 Seasons

Veteran NFL center Bradley Bozeman announced his retirement on Monday after eight seasons in the league, leaving the Los Angeles Chargers to address a key vacancy on their offensive line heading into free agency.

Bozeman, 31, shared the news via Instagram, posting a series of photos from his career alongside a reflective message. "After 8 seasons in the NFL, I'm ready for my next chapter," he wrote. "This game has given me so much lessons, lifelong friendships, and memories my family will carry forever. I've poured everything I had into this journey, and I walk away grateful and proud." He thanked teammates, coaches, and fans before acknowledging his family, including his wife and three young children, Brody, Bailey, and Boone. Bozeman concluded by noting the transient nature of professional football: "Someone once told me, Every career no matter how decorated ends in a trash bag. The game moves on. Someone fills your spot. I'm just thankful God gave me the chance to take the ride. On to the next chapter of life at the farm!"

A sixth-round pick by the Baltimore Ravens in the 2018 NFL Draft out of the University of Alabama, Bozeman quickly became a reliable starter. He spent his...