Chargers duo named one of the top PFF pass rush duos in history
Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram were named one of the best 10 pass rush duos of the PFF era during their 2017 season.
In the late 2010s, the Los Angeles Chargers' pass rush became a highlight thanks to the dynamic duo of Joey Bosa and Melvin Ingram. Their teamwork was so impressive that Pro Football Focus (PFF) named them as one of the top pass-rushing duos in their platform's history. Joey Bosa, a dominant edge defender, and Melvin Ingram, another top-tier defensive lineman, were frequently among the league's best in pass-rush grade and win rate during their time together.
In 2017, both Bosa and Ingram ranked among the top seven in PFF pass-rush grade and top eight for pass-rush win rate. Their individual achievements were noteworthy, with Bosa recording 75 pressures and 13 sacks, while Ingram posted 76 pressures and 11 sacks. The Chargers' pass rush was considered one of the league's premier teammate efforts in recent years, even though it didn't help Los Angeles secure a playoff spot in 2017.
Over a five-year period, the duo combined for an impressive 61.5 sacks, with notable seasons in 2016 (18.5 sacks) and 2019 (18.5 sacks).
However, the duo's success was not without setbacks. Ingram missed the entire 2020 season due to injury, and both players dealt with numerous injuries that cost them a total of 32 games together. Despite the challenges, their 2017 season remains a standout example of exceptional pass rushing in NFL history.
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