49ers star Nick Bosa and golf crack Scottie Scheffler.LAPRESSE

It didn’t take long for a well-known athlete outside of the golf world to crack a joke about Scottie Scheffler‘s surprising arrest at the PGA Championship. San Francisco 49ers star Nick Bosa was the first to playfully jab at Scheffler, making light of the situation during a discussion about quarterback Brock Purdy.

Bosa drew similarities between Purdy and Scheffler, noting their reserved personalities and strong Christian faith. He then humorously pointed out the one key difference between the two, saying, “He kind of reminds me of Scottie Scheffler, except…he didn’t get arrested.”

Although it may have been unexpected for Bosa to be the first to poke fun at Scheffler’s arrest, it sheds light on what the top-ranked golfer can expect to hear in the future. The incident at Valhalla that led to Scheffler’s arrest appears to have been a misunderstanding, but the consequences will likely linger for years to come. As Bosa’s joke suggests, Scheffler’s mugshot and the circumstances surrounding his arrest will be remembered and mentioned time and time again.

Bosa compares Brock Purdy to Scottie Scheffler

The public perception of Scheffler’s situation may eventually become a lighthearted anecdote, but it’s undeniable that it will remain a part of his story. As time goes on, conversations about Scheffler may inevitably circle back to the PGA Championship arrest. It’s a reality that Scheffler probably isn’t looking forward to, but it’s something he’ll have to come to terms with.

In an interview following OTAs, Bosa also shared positive thoughts about Purdy’s development, highlighting his growing vocal presence within the team. “I think he’s definitely getting a little more vocal within the building,” Bosa said. “I don’t think he’s somebody that’s going to change even when he gets paid next year. He’s a man of faith.”

Scheffler’s arrest may have been unexpected and will undoubtedly be a lasting topic of conversation, but it doesn’t define him as an athlete or as a person. As he continues his career, he’ll have the opportunity to shape his own narrative and prove that he is more than just a headline from one event.