Former Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman and 2018 draft pick Bradley Bozeman has announced his retirement.
Former Baltimore Ravens offensive lineman and 2018 draft pick Bradley Bozeman has announced his retirement.
The former Alabama Crimson Tide shared this heartfelt message to fans on his personal Instagram.
"After 8 seasons in the NFL, I’m ready for my next chapter.
"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!
"Roll Tide, -BSB"
The Alabama native spent his first four seasons of his career in Baltimore, playing in 14 games as a rookie and starting in one at left guard.
In the following three seasons, he started in all the games he appeared in. Bozeman had a total of 3,462 snaps as a member of the Ravens in 62 games.
Following his first four seasons in Baltimore, Bozeman took his talents to the Carolina Panthers. He spent two seasons there before he was cut before the 2024 season. A few days after being cut, Bozeman signed with the Los Angeles Chargers.
Bozeman was named the starting center for the Chargers in 2024 and started in all 17 games. He signed a two-year, $6.5 million deal with L.A. in March 2025.
Bozeman had one more year on his current deal, but decided to hang up his cleats a season early. The Chargers had the opportunity to cut him, which would have saved them $5.8 million in cap space.
Bozeman played in 129 games in his career and started in 110 of them. This past season, he recorded a PFF grade of 51.7 and allowed 26 pressures, two sacks, and five hits allowed.
The 31-year-old was a sixth-round draft pick and played for the Ravens, Panthers, and Chargers.