49ers Star Nick Bosa Donates $300,000 to Support Charlie Kirk’s Family
San Francisco, CA – September 12, 2025
The NFL community continues to process the tragic assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, who was killed earlier this week during a community event. While tributes have come from across politics, entertainment, and sports, one of the league’s most dominant defensive players has stepped forward with a powerful gesture.
San Francisco 49ers star Nick Bosa has donated $300,000 to support Kirk’s wife, Erika, and their two young daughters.
According to sources close to Bosa’s camp, the contribution has been divided into two parts:
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$100,000 for public murals and floral memorials in San Francisco and Charlotte, honoring Kirk’s life and legacy.
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$200,000 to a family trust fund dedicated to securing the education and well-being of Kirk’s daughters.
In a statement, Bosa said: “This is bigger than the game. It’s about showing up for a family who lost everything. I hope Erika and the girls feel the support and know they’re not alone.”
NFL teams are expected to hold moments of silence in Kirk’s memory this weekend, with talks already underway about a permanent legacy fund to ensure his children’s future.
One 49ers teammate remarked privately: “Nick dominates on Sundays, but this shows his heart is just as big as his game.”
Lions Seventh-Round Pick Miss Rookie Season to Care for Mother Battling Cancer
Detroit, MI – The Lions had big hopes for their 2025 rookie class, but today’s news reminded everyone that football is still just a game compared to life’s hardest battles. Instead of preparing for his NFL debut, one rookie is preparing for something far more important — standing by his family in their toughest fight.
Detroit announced that one of their late-round selections will not suit up this season, placing him on the Non-Football Injury/Illness list. It’s not because of a torn ligament or fractured bone, but because of a choice — a choice that shows his priorities are rooted in love.
That rookie is Dan Jackson, a seventh-round pick out of Maryland, who broke the news that he will miss his entire first NFL season to care for his mother, who is battling cancer. At just 22 years old, Jackson is stepping into a role no playbook can prepare you for.
"Football has always been my dream, but family is my life. Right now, my mom needs me more than the Lions do — and I’m grateful this organization understands and gives me the chance to be there for her," Jackson said in a heartfelt statement.
For Detroit, this is a blow to their depth in the secondary, but the team has been quick to emphasize that supporting Jackson’s decision was never in question. Head coach Dan Campbell reportedly told him that the Lions’ culture is about “family first, always.”
Jackson was drafted in the seventh round after showing flashes of versatility at Maryland, where his speed and tackling ability made him a late-round gem in many scouts’ eyes. While his absence leaves questions about special teams depth, it also leaves behind a reminder that the Lions are building more than just a roster.
The organization has dealt with its share of adversity, but the support shown for Jackson underlines why players have described Detroit as a locker room built on brotherhood. Fans across social media have rallied behind him, calling him “a Lion through and through” before he’s even taken a regular-season snap.
Jackson’s rookie season won’t be about interceptions or tackles. Instead, it will be about courage, sacrifice, and love — qualities that transcend football. And when he does return, Lions fans will know they’re not just cheering for a safety, but for a son who chose family above all.
