placeholder image

Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports


Bills signing ex-49ers LB Gerald Hodges

May 25, 2017 at 8:32 AM--


Videos are auto-populated by an affiliate. This site has no control over the videos that appear above.
The Buffalo Bills are signing former San Francisco 49ers linebacker Gerald Hodges to a one-year deal, per Adam Schefter of ESPN.


Hodges, 26, was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the fourth round of the 2013 NFL Draft after playing college football at Penn State. In October of 2015, Hodges was traded to the 49ers for center Nick Easton and a sixth-round pick.

In 2016, Hodges played in 15 games, starting 12, and set career highs in tackles (83), sacks (3), and interceptions (2) despite playing on a 49ers defense that ranked last in the league in multiple categories.

Last season, Hodges was mysteriously deactivated for a game against the Atlanta Falcons for violating team rules. "It was just the coaches' decision," Hodges said in the days following the game. "It was the coaches' decision not to dress me, and I have to go with the coaches' decision. There's nothing I can do about it. It's over with. We're on to a new week."

After starting the 49ers' first three games of the season, Hodges finished 2016 by starting nine of the team's 10 final games. Hodges finished the season as the 49ers' highest graded linebacker outside of NaVorro Bowman, who only played in four games, according to Pro Football Focus. Hodges was also the team's best-graded run defender other than Bowman. As a whole, the 49ers defense ranked last against the run and set a franchise record in rushing yards allowed.

Through four seasons in the NFL, Hodges has racked up 224 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 10 passes defended, three interceptions, and a touchdown return through 54 games.



Facebook Comments



More San Francisco 49ers News


placeholder image

49ers signing QB Josh Dobbs to a 1-year deal

By David Bonilla
7 hrs

The San Francisco 49ers are bolstering their quarterback room by adding a new player. According to his agent, Mike McCartney, the team is signing Josh Dobbs to a one-year deal. McCartney announced the news on social media, confirming the acquisition. Congrats @josh_dobbs1 agreeing to a 1 year deal with the @49ers— Mike McCartney (@MikeMcCartney7) March 18,


placeholder image

Falcons signing 49ers TE Charlie Woerner to a 3-year deal

By David Bonilla
Mar 11

According to the player's agent, the Atlanta Falcons are signing San Francisco 49ers tight end Charlie Woerner to a three-year deal reportedly worth $12 million. The impending unrestricted free agent's contract can be officially signed on Wednesday, the start of the new league year. According to his agent, Alex Essex, the Falcons have agreed to terms with TE Charlie Woerner. A three-year deal worth $12 million.@ZachKleinWSB first reported Atlanta's interest.— Michael Rothstein (@mikerothstein)


placeholder image

49ers signing DE Leonard Floyd to 2-year, $20 million deal

By David Bonilla
Mar 11

NFL Media insider Ian Rapoport reports that the San Francisco 49ers are signing defensive end Leonard Floyd to a two-year, $20 million deal with $12 million guaranteed in year one. The deal could end up being worth up to $24 million and can become official on Wednesday, the start of the new league year. Source: The #49ers are signing Leonard Floyd. Big-time edge help.— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 11,


placeholder image

49ers signing Panthers DE Yetur Gross-Matos to a 2-year deal

By David Bonilla
Mar 11

The San Francisco 49ers are stocking up on edge rushers. NFL Media insider Ian Rapoport reports that the team is signing impending Carolina Panthers free agent defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos to a two-year, $18 million deal. The move can be finalized on Wednesday at the start of the new league year. More edge help: The #49ers are signing #Panthers FA DE Yetur Gross-Matos to a 2-year deal worth $18M, source said.— Ian Rapoport


Latest

Trending News

Share 49ersWebzone