LOCKED IN TILL 2029: Unexpected Outcome As Steelers’ Nick Bosa Signs 4-Year Deal with 49ers for a Huge Contract
In a stunning turn of events, superstar defensive end Nick Bosa is heading back to the Bay Area, agreeing to a massive four-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers.
The move comes as a shock to NFL fans, given that Bosa had been traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers just a season ago in a blockbuster deal. Now, after a brief stint in the AFC, he is returning to the team that drafted him—this time with a lucrative contract extension that will keep him in San Francisco through the 2029 season.
A Deal No One Saw Coming
Bosa, 27, was expected to be the face of Pittsburgh’s defense for years to come after the Steelers acquired him in a trade last offseason.
However, negotiations between Bosa’s camp and the Steelers reportedly hit an impasse, opening the door for the 49ers to make an aggressive push to bring their former Defensive Player of the Year back home. Sources close to the situation say San Francisco offered Bosa a four-year contract worth an eye-watering $200 million, including $140 million guaranteed—a deal that Pittsburgh was unwilling to match.
“This wasn’t something we were planning,” said 49ers general manager John Lynch. “But when an opportunity like this presents itself, you do everything you can to get a player like Nick back in the building.”
Bosa’s Return to the 49ers
Bosa originally spent five seasons with the 49ers after being selected No. 2 overall in the 2019 NFL Draft. During that time, he became one of the most dominant pass rushers in the league, winning Defensive Player of the Year in 2022 and helping lead San Francisco to multiple deep playoff runs, including a Super Bowl appearance.
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LOCKED IN TILL 2029: Unexpected Outcome As Steelers’ Nick Bosa Signs 4-Year Deal with the 49ers for a Huge Contract
In a move that has sent shockwaves through the NFL, star defensive end Nick Bosa is heading back to the San Francisco 49ers after agreeing to a four-year, $200 million contract that will keep him in the Bay Area until 2029.
This blockbuster signing comes just a year after Bosa was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in a deal that many believed would solidify his future in the AFC. However, unexpected contract negotiations and the 49ers’ aggressive pursuit have brought the 2022 Defensive Player of the Year back to the franchise where he first made his mark.
An Unforeseen Twist in Bosa’s Career
When Bosa was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2024, it was widely seen as a game-changing move for both teams. The 49ers received a haul of draft picks in return, and Pittsburgh landed a defensive force to pair with T.J. Watt, creating what was expected to be one of the most dominant pass-rushing duos in NFL history.
For a while, things appeared to be going according to plan. Bosa racked up 14 sacks and 26 tackles for loss in his first season with the Steelers, proving that his dominance transcended team systems.
Pittsburgh’s defense, ranked in the top five for most of the season, helped lead the team to a 12-5 record and an AFC North title.
However, trouble began brewing behind the scenes when contract extension talks stalled between Bosa and the Steelers. According to sources close to the negotiations, Bosa was seeking a five-year deal worth over $250 million, including upwards of $180 million in guarantees—a price tag that Pittsburgh’s front office hesitated to meet.
The 49ers’ Bold Move
Sensing an opportunity, the 49ers wasted no time in re-entering the picture. Despite trading Bosa away a year prior, San Francisco’s front office, led by GM John Lynch and head coach Kyle Shanahan, had always remained open to a reunion if circumstances allowed. With the Steelers struggling to finalize a long-term extension, the 49ers made their move.
They offered Bosa a four-year, $200 million deal, with a record-breaking $140 million guaranteed, making him the highest-paid defensive player in NFL history. Given the uncertainty in Pittsburgh and the opportunity to return to the team that drafted him, Bosa chose familiarity over the unknown.
“I always had love for San Francisco,” Bosa said in his first interview after the deal was finalized. “It was hard to leave last year, and even though my time in Pittsburgh was great, I couldn’t pass up the chance to come back and finish what we started.”
Pittsburgh’s Reaction to Losing Bosa
For the Steelers, losing Bosa after just one season is a significant blow. The franchise invested heavily in bringing him in, trading away multiple draft picks, including a 2025 first-round selection, to acquire him. Now, with Bosa gone, Pittsburgh will have to adjust its defensive scheme and look for a replacement—whether through the draft or free agency.
Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin addressed the media following the announcement, expressing disappointment but also confidence in his team’s future.
“This is the NFL; things change fast,” Tomlin said. “We loved having Nick in Pittsburgh, but at the end of the day, we have to make decisions that align with our long-term vision. We wish him nothing but success back in San Francisco.”
What This Means for the 49ers
For San Francisco, Bosa’s return is a game-changer. The team was already one of the best in the NFC, coming off a Super Bowl LVIII appearance, and now they have reassembled one of the league’s most feared defensive fronts. Pairing Bosa with Javon Hargrave, Arik Armstead, and Drake Jackson makes the 49ers’ defensive line one of the scariest in the league.
John Lynch spoke glowingly about the decision to bring Bosa back, emphasizing how much the team values him.
“When we traded Nick, we knew it was a tough call. But getting him back is huge for us,” Lynch said. “He’s not just a generational pass rusher; he’s a leader, a cornerstone of our defense, and a player who embodies everything we stand for.”
With Bosa now locked in, the 49ers firmly re-establish themselves as Super Bowl contenders for years to come.
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