With the Niners' season set to kick off on Sunday, time is running out for Bosa to prepare for the Week 1 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
There haven't been many updates on the contract talks as both sides seek to keep the negotiation details private. Last week, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated reported that the two sides are likely trying to bridge a gap of about $4 million per year, the difference between being the highest-paid edge rusher and the highest-paid non-quarterback of all time.
NFL insider Ian Rapoport provided a minor update on where things stand between Bosa and the 49ers.
"There is no deal yet for Nick Bosa," Rapoport said Monday on NFL Network. "And I would say, similar to [Chiefs DT] Chris Jones, maybe without quite the amount of urgency, until there is a significant breakthrough, I do not expect Nick Bosa on the field for the San Francisco 49ers.
"And this really isn't a question of, is he going to be the NFL's highest-paid pass rusher? It sounds to me like they're already there, already past [Steelers edge] T.J. Watt. That's not really what this is about. T.J. Watt, of course, at $28 million on an average per year basis. This is about how close to [Rams DT] Aaron Donald's $31 million and change does he get, or does he get over that?
"It is a Monday, today. Tomorrow's Tuesday. And then Wednesday starts the game week. ... And if he is not there Wednesday, obviously, it would not bode well for him being able to participate in this week's game. If there is anyone whose resolve you should never doubt, it is someone with the last name of Bosa. We will see if the 49ers and Bosa, who all want this done, we'll see if they're able to make it happen."
Last week, Shanahan was asked if he has any deadline date in mind where it would be too late to play Bosa against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
"I don't," Shanahan responded. "I've never had to make that decision before, and I won't make that until I see him. I mean, I'm gonna do everything I can [to see] that he plays against Pittsburgh, but I can't make that decision until you see a guy, you see him out there.
"Hopefully, we get a chance to get him into practice next week, and if he is, that'll make it a much easier decision for us."
Related News
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
49ers injury update: WR Mike Evans is considered day-to-day, says Ian Rapoport
According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans is considered day-to-day with a rib strain. That's good news for the 49ers' receiving corps, especially since the injury initially seemed more serious based on Evans' reaction. Mike Evans is... -
49ers' John Lynch on chances Mike Evans plays vs. Broncos, Nick Bosa and Trent Williams updates
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans is working through a rib injury he suffered Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. There is no guarantee that he will be healthy enough to suit up for this weekend's contest against the Denver Broncos, but the 49ers are hopeful. It... -
Kyle Shanahan talks 49ers injuries, Dante Pettis signing, Mykel Williams practice plan
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke to reporters ahead of Wednesday's practice, the team's first of the week as it prepares for its Week 4 matchup against the Denver Broncos. The 49ers are dealing with several injuries, and Shanahan identified several players... -
Kyle Shanahan explains why two key 49ers can miss practice and still play vs. Broncos
Two key San Francisco 49ers defenders haven't practiced this week, but head coach Kyle Shanahan doesn't seem concerned about their availability for Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos. Linebacker Dre Greenlaw is dealing with a quadriceps injury, while defensive end Keion...