John Bosa


John Wilfred Bosa is an American former professional football player who played defensive end for three seasons in the National Football League. He played college football for the Boston College Eagles and was selected by the Miami Dolphins in the first round of the 1987 NFL draft.

Early life

Bosa was born on January 10, 1964 in Keene, New Hampshire. He attended Keene High School.

Professional career

Miami Dolphins

John was selected by the Dolphins in the first round of the 1987 NFL draft.

Personal life

His elder son, Joey Bosa, played college football at Ohio State University and was selected third overall in the 2016 NFL draft by the San Diego Chargers. His younger son, Nick Bosa, also played college football at Ohio State and was selected second overall in the 2019 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers. With that, the Bosas became the third family to have three members drafted in the first round of an NFL draft behind the Matthews and the Mannings. He is the grandson-in-law of Tony Accardo, former boss of the Chicago Outfit.