NICK BOSA, DE, 49ERS

Did you realize making football cards was such a big business and the Rookie Premiere was such a big organized event? “I didn’t know it was this much signing. I definitely don’t mind signing stuff, but it’s been good so far.” What are you looking forward to most this year?

“I’m just excited to get on the field. It’s been a while. It’s the game I love.” What was it like watching your Ohio State teammates play while you were rehabbing and getting ready for the draft?

“It was really tough. It was a long process and long rehab. I feel really good now and I’m ready to get back out there.” What cards of yours this weekend have you thought were cool or unique?

“I like the metal ones. Just good quality. ey’re all really nice. I liked the ‘Smaller Bear’ one. e ones that have multiple players on them—me, Dwayne and Parris were on one.” What all-time player would you most want to be on a football card with? “Probably my dad. at would be a cool card.” Who’s your early pick for Rookie of the Year?

“Well, it’s all offensive guys. So, I’ll take Defensive Rookie of the Year, and I’ll give offense to Dwyane.” Is it weird being the only defensive player at the Rookie Premiere?

“Well, I like the guys here so it’s not like I’m an oddball out here. It’s all good. It’s definitely an honor. Joey was the only one and I’m the only one. It’s surprising with the dra dominated by defense, I felt like there would be a few more here.” What would you be doing if you were not playing football?

“I don’t know what I would be doing as a profession because a lot of my life has been geared toward football. I’m a Florida kid, so I like going out on the boat and going to the beach.” Any players you’re looking forward to playing against?

“I’m excited to get going against Joe Staley in practice. He’s a 13-year vet. It will definitely be a big challenge for me and make me better. And obviously my teammates that I played with in college. My brother.” What players still at Ohio State should collectors watch out for the next couple years?

“Probably Chase Young. He might just be the one defensive guy invited to this event next year. at’s how good I think he’ll be.” What will you miss most about college football?

“Just Ohio State and all of my teammates. Just the camaraderie that comes with college football. You can’t beat it. We spend every waking hour together at camp to the season. You just become really close. It’s hard to replicate that in the NFL, but I haven’t experienced the 49ers yet. So maybe it will be just as great.”