Chargers Center Bradley Bozeman Retires After 8 NFL Seasons

Veteran anchor leaves the game with an emotional farewell and gratitude for his career highlights

Apr. 10, 2026 at 7:23am

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A cubist-style painting depicting a football player in action, with their body broken down into overlapping geometric shapes and planes of color, conveying the raw energy and movement of the sport.Bozeman's retirement from the NFL marks the end of a steady, dependable career at the heart of multiple offensive lines.Los Angeles Today

Bradley Bozeman, the starting center for the Los Angeles Chargers this past season, has announced his retirement from the NFL after eight professional seasons. In an emotional Instagram post, the 31-year-old reflected on the lessons, lifelong friendships, and cherished memories he gained through football, while also expressing gratitude to his teammates, coaches, and devoted fans.

Why it matters

Bozeman's retirement marks the end of a steady, dependable career at the heart of multiple offensive lines and teams. His departure leaves a void in the Chargers' offensive line that the team will need to address as they look to build on their recent success.

The details

Bozeman, an Alabama alum, began his NFL journey with the Baltimore Ravens after they drafted him in the sixth round in 2018. He spent four seasons with Baltimore, starting 49 games, before moving on to the Carolina Panthers for 2022–2023, where he played in 34 games. He joined the Chargers in 2024 as a free agent and started 33 total games over his final two seasons in Los Angeles.

  • Bozeman announced his retirement on Monday, April 10, 2026.

The players

Bradley Bozeman

A 31-year-old center who spent the last two seasons of his 8-year NFL career with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Baltimore Ravens

The NFL team that drafted Bozeman in the sixth round in 2018, where he spent the first four seasons of his career.

Carolina Panthers

The NFL team Bozeman played for in 2022 and 2023 before joining the Chargers as a free agent.

Los Angeles Chargers

The NFL team Bozeman played for in the final two seasons of his career, starting 33 total games at center.

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What they’re saying

“No career, no matter how storied, lasts forever, and every role eventually changes hands. Still, I remained thankful for the opportunity to take part in the ride and looked forward to the next phase—returning to life on the farm.”

— Bradley Bozeman

The takeaway

Bozeman's retirement marks the end of a steady, dependable career at the heart of multiple offensive lines and teams, with a final chapter written in Chargers' blue and gold. His departure leaves a void that the team will need to address as they look to build on their recent success.