Former rugby star Jarryd Hayne chose the San Francisco 49ers over the Detroit Lions and Seattle Seahawks. He will compete for a roster spot with the team. The former Parramatta Eels star shocked many fans when he announced that he would be leaving the National Rugby League for the National Football League.
"It's always been a dream of mine to play in the NFL, and at my age, this is my one and only chance at having a crack at playing there," said Hayne back in October.
Below is video of the official press conference held earlier today. Thanks to longtime fan Patrick Tulini for pointing it out to us.
Hayne will likely compete at running back and on special teams.
Draft Watch: Western Kentucky WR Malachi Corley visiting 49ers on Wednesday
By David Bonilla
Apr 16
The San Francisco 49ers are hosting several draft prospects this week as the deadline for pre-draft visits draws near. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2, the team will host former Western Kentucky wide receiver Malachi Corley on Wednesday.
Corley is expected to be a Day 2 pick. San Francisco owns two selections on Day 2—the No. 63 overall pick in the second round and the No. 94 overall pick in the third round. Currently, the receiver is visiting with the Seattle Seahawks.
Western Kentucky @WKUFootball receiver Malachi Worley
Draft Watch: 49ers met with Appalachian State LB Andrew Parker
By David Bonilla
Apr 21
Justin Melo of The Draft Network reports that the San Francisco 49ers met with former Appalachian State linebacker Andrew Parker as part of their pre-draft evaluations.
.@AppState_FB LB Andrew Parker recorded a team high 114 tackles 2023. 10'4 broad, 38.5" vertical, 6.90 3-cone + 4.26 shuttle at Pro Day.Met scouts from #Titans, #Chargers,
Draft Watch: 49ers will host Mississippi State CB Decamerion Richardson
By David Bonilla
Apr 14
ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that the San Francisco 49ers will host former Mississippi State cornerback Decamerion Richardson on a pre-draft visit during the upcoming week.
Mississippi St. CB Decamerion Richardson is scheduled to visit Monday with the Patriots. By the end of this week, he will have visited with 10 NFL teams, including the Broncos, Jaguars, Chargers, Colts, Browns, Eagles, 49ers and Texans.— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 15,
Draft Watch: 49ers interview Kentucky TE Brenden Bates
By David Bonilla
Apr 15
Add another tight end to the list of players the San Francisco 49ers have expressed interest in. Aaron Wilson of KPRC2 reports that the team has spoken with former Kentucky tight end Brenden Bates as part of its pre-draft evaluation process.
Kentucky @UKFootball tight end Brenden Bates (6-5, 247, 4.62, 7.07 3-cone drill) working out privately #Bengals Tuesday, per a league source, interviews with Cincinnati