Nick Bosa Reportedly Removed from 49ers' Long-Term Plans by New DC Raheem Morris – Black History Month Connection Shocks the Entire NFL

February 3, 2026

Levi’s Stadium is at the center of an explosive new drama unfolding right in the middle of Black History Month. Nick Bosa – the elite All-Pro pass rusher and one of the NFL’s top defensive talents – appears to have been quietly “written out” of the San Francisco 49ers’ long-term future under new defensive coordinator Raheem Morris. And the reason? Social media is pointing directly at Black History Month (February) as the spark igniting this tension.

The 49ers recently hired Raheem Morris – former Atlanta Falcons head coach and a seasoned Black defensive mind – as their new defensive coordinator following Robert Saleh’s departure to the Tennessee Titans. Morris is known for his flexible schemes, including odd fronts and high demands for player versatility and adaptation. Meanwhile, Nick Bosa, coming off a serious ACL injury in 2025, remains one of the league’s premier edge rushers. However, viral memes like “Nick Bosa realizing it’s Black History Month” have exploded online, fueling speculation about potential friction between Bosa’s past controversial political statements and the new cultural direction Morris is setting.

In his first press conference after taking the job, Raheem Morris delivered a statement that sent shockwaves through the NFL community:

“We’re building a defense where every player adapts and buys into the system – not the other way around. Black History Month reminds us of resilience and breaking barriers – that’s the mindset and culture I’m bringing to this entire group. Anyone not fully committed to that spirit obviously won’t have a place in our long-term plans.”

The comment sounds professional on the surface, but it’s loaded with implication. Many fans and observers immediately connected it to Nick Bosa, whose history of controversial views on race and politics has made him a lightning rod. Morris’s words are widely interpreted as a veiled warning: adapt to the new culture – or be left behind.

If Bosa is truly no longer part of the long-term vision, it would be a massive blow to the 49ers’ defense. Bosa is a cornerstone player, and losing him (via trade, release, or non-extension) could cripple their pass-rush ability.

Social media is split:

• Defenders of Bosa: “It’s just memes. He’s an elite player – no one replaces that production.”
• Supporters of Morris: “Black History Month is about respect and resilience. If Bosa doesn’t fit the culture, let him go.”

Hashtags like #NickBosaBlackHistoryMonth, #MorrisEra, and #49ersDrama are trending hard on X and Reddit, with thousands of posts amplifying the speculation.

Is this just a fleeting wave of memes, or is there real tension brewing between Nick Bosa and Raheem Morris? The 49ers face a critical decision this offseason: adjust the scheme to keep their star pass rusher, or move on and fully commit to Morris’s vision?

Black History Month this year isn’t just about celebration – it’s become the unexpected catalyst for one of the biggest off-field stories surrounding the 49ers heading into 2026.

Fans are watching closely. And the biggest question right now is: Does Nick Bosa still have a future in San Francisco?