Nick Bosa confident of training camp return after ACL tear

San Francisco 49ers star defensive end Nick Bosa expressed confidence Thursday that he will be ready for the start of training camp as he continues his recovery from a torn anterior cruciate ligament suffered last season. The injury, which occurred in a Week 3 game against the Arizona Cardinals on September 21, ended his 2025 campaign after just three games.

Speaking to reporters during organized team activities, Bosa said his rehabilitation is progressing well. He is currently working on the side while his teammates participate in on-field drills. The 28-year-old pass rusher described the early stages of recovery as difficult but said he never doubted his ability to return. He acknowledged experiencing moments where he questioned continuing his career before reaffirming his love for the game.

This injury marks the third ACL tear of Bosa’s career. He previously tore the ACL in his right knee during his senior year of high school and suffered a tear in his left knee during the 2020 NFL season. Bosa said his experience from the 2020 recovery has informed his current approach, leading him to take a more measured pace this time to avoid potential setbacks.