San Francisco 49ers defensive star Nick Bosa has sparked political controversy yet again, this time during Sunday Night Football.

With the U.S. presidential election just around the corner, Bosa made his political preferences crystal clear by crashing a live post-game interview to display his support for former President Donald Trump.

As 49ers teammates Brock Purdy, George Kittle, and Isaac Guerendo were engaged in a post-win discussion with NBC’s Melissa Stark, Bosa made an unanticipated appearance.

He stepped in between his teammates and the camera, proudly wearing a red ‘Make America Great Again’ hat, the trademark slogan of Trump’s campaign.

Pointing repeatedly at the cap, Bosa left little doubt about his political allegiance. Stark, surprised but composed, brushed off the moment by saying, “Alright, Nick Bosa with a message there.”

While the moment was brief, it was not without its ripple effects. Bosa’s teammates appeared slightly uneasy, chuckling quietly as the defensive lineman made his point.

Bosa’s support of Trump is no secret – he has openly supported the former president for years, but this latest gesture during a live broadcast has reignited debates, especially among the 49ers’ fanbase, which leans more liberal due to the Bay Area’s political climate.

The fact that Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump’s political opponent, hails from the same region adds another layer of complexity to Bosa’s bold show of support.

Bosa’s vocal backing of Trump stretches back to before his 2019 NFL Draft selection. Even then, his social media history was a hot topic of discussion.

Before joining the 49ers as the second overall pick, Bosa scrubbed several posts, including tweets criticizing black public figures.

He once referred to former 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick as a “clown,” derided NBA star Dwyane Wade, and called Black Panther the “worst Marvel movie.”

He also sparked outrage by criticizing Beyonc’s music right after her politically charged album Lemonade was released.

Bosa’s political views have stirred controversy before

Bosa’s support for Trump hasn’t wavered over the years, though he has been less vocal about his political stance since entering the NFL.

Earlier this year, he was photographed alongside Trump and fellow NFL player Joe Burrow at a UFC event, where the three had a brief conversation ringside before posing for photos.

Despite the ongoing political controversy, Bosa has consistently shown loyalty to Trump, even tweeting in the past, “Love this man” in response to Trump’s speeches.

Bosa‘s political opinions have divided 49ers fans, particularly in the progressive Bay Area.

His political leanings have remained a point of contention, especially when juxtaposed with the team’s diverse fanbase.

While some supporters back his right to express his views, others have found his actions polarizing.

Even though Bosa continues to deliver standout performances on the field, his political affiliations remain a point of discussion and debate, both within the NFL community and among 49ers fans.

His decision to showcase his support for Trump during a nationally televised interview is likely to keep him at the center of political conversation, even as the team strives to focus on their performance on the field.