The 49ers are getting excellent play from rookie Romello Height, which could have an impact on Nick Bosa's long-term staying power.
Rookie defensive end Romello Height's strong play is complicating the San Francisco 49ers' future plans regarding veteran pass rusher Nick Bosa, according to Peter Panacy of Niner Noise. With Bosa sidelined for all but two games this season due to a calf injury, Height has stepped up, boasting a 29 percent pass-rush win rate through six weeks that ranks fifth among qualifying edge rushers.
Panacy argues that Height's emergence could lead general manager John Lynch to move on from Bosa to save money. Bosa carries a projected $54.87 million cap hit in 2027 with under $1 million guaranteed, making the younger and cheaper rookie an appealing alternative.
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