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Joey Bosa living up to hype with Buffalo Bills

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane has been looking for a game wrecker on the defensive line for quite some time now with a few tries at the EDGE spot. This year’s big gamble is former Charger, Joey Bosa.

The question mark on Bosa has always been his health with a promise of elite-level talent when on the field and 100%. Let’s skip the conclusion this week, Bosa has been playing as advertised, and these highlights are me hoping for his continued health.

On the very first play from scrimmage, the Jets decided to double-team Joey Bosa, which in hindsight is pretty smart. Despite the good decision, Bosa occupied both opponents and even got ahead of the blocks enough to penetrate a little into the backfield. Running back Breece Hall was forced further outside where Matt Milano waited. Milano didn’t make the tackle directly but did force Hall to the sideline for a minimal gain.

I chose the sideline view to start this off because it’s the only angle that shows you how far around the play Bosa had to go before coming back to quarterback Justin Fields. Hitting Fields from behind, the swinging arm was devasting and well-placed, knocking the ball to the ground. This clip is poetry from Bosa.

My assumption from this is that the Jets likely intended to funnel Bosa inside the entire time. Bosa was quick enough where he’s still almost in on the tackle. Also, if Bosa were blocked cleanly, or pushed further in, there’s a possible lane to avoid direct contact with Tre’Davious White. Thanks to Bosa, the only option was a five-yard loss on White’s tackle.

There’s plenty to like here. Bosa crashed into the pile and significantly collapsed it. He was then able to spring off the offensive lineman, ensuring he’s free, and nearly got another takedown. As is, the pass was clearly impacted.

The chop/slap with the hand to stay clean from the block was magnificent. Bosa followed it up by bending around the corner and getting a solid (but clean) hit on Fields to force another fumble.

Last but not least, I’m a big fan of this play style. All hustle and determination between the whistles. After the whistle, good sportsmanship. It might help that it’s Tyrod Taylor that Joey Bosa helps up. I think everyone likes Tyrod.