Los Angeles Chargers offensive lineman Bradley Bozeman with quarterback Justin Herbert
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After eight seasons in the NFL, former Alabama offensive lineman Bradley Bozeman has called it a career.
Bozeman announced his retirement in a post to Instagram where he thanked the franchises he played for including Alabama.
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“After 8 seasons in the NFL, I’m ready for my next chapter,” Bozeman said in his post. This game has given me so much — lessons, lifelong friendships, and memories my family will carry forever. I’ve poured everything I had into this journey, and I walk away grateful and proud.
“Thank you to every teammate, coach, and fan I was blessed to cross paths with along the way. Thank you to my amazing family who supported me every step of this journey, to my three amazing kids — Brody, Bailey, and Boone — who made every sacrifice worth it, and especially to my unbelievable wife, my ride or die from the very beginning. I couldn’t have done any of this without you!
“Someone once told me, “Every career — no matter how decorated — ends in a trash bag” The game moves on. Someone fills your spot.
“I’m just thankful God gave me the chance to take the ride. On to the next chapter of life at the farm!”
Bozeman played with the Crimson Tide from 2013-17 where he was a part of the 2015 and 2017 national championship teams, named to the All-SEC second team (2017) and was voted a captain by his teammates.
Following his collegiate career, Bozeman began his tenure in the NFL with the Baltimore Ravens who selected him in the sixth round of the NFL Draft and started 49 of 62 games across his first four seasons. He would then play two years with the Carolina Panthers starting 28 of 34 games.
Lastly, Bozeman would end his career with the Los Angeles Chargers starting all 33 games he was available for. Bozeman would also appear in six playoff games in his eight seasons with his final game coming in the AFC Divisional Round loss to the New England Patriots.
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Patrick Dowd is a Reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. You can follow him on Twitter, viaPat_Dowd77