49ers use free agency to find five players for key roles
Mar 9, 2017 at 9:30 AM
• --
Shortly after the beginning of the NFLs new league year at 1 p.m. on Thursday, the 49ers are expected to finalize contract with five free agents with whom they reached agreements during the open-negotiating period.New coach Kyle Shanahan is looking to re-tool the offense, and thats what was accomplished with the influx of new faces.Heres a look at how each of the new players fits in with the 49ers:
The above link leads to an external page. 49ers Webzone has no control over its contents.
Facebook Comments
More San Francisco 49ers News
Former NFL exec on 49ers' Brock Purdy: "I think he needs to find more fire"
By David Bonilla
Apr 14
Brock Purdy isn't one to seek the spotlight. He exudes politeness, respect, and an even-keeled demeanor when speaking to reporters during interviews. Nothing we've seen from the San Francisco 49ers quarterback's time off the field would indicate that it's a facade.
However, on the field, Purdy can show some fire, particularly after a big play or in an effort to ensure his teammates are on the same page as him. While praising the third-year quarterback, one unnamed former NFL executive expressed a desire to see more of that fire from Purdy in the future, believing it is crucial to his development.
"Brock Purdy is one of the most talented arms that I've seen," the former executive recently
49ers local pro day: These 44 players will work out in Santa Clara
By David Bonilla
Apr 10
The San Francisco 49ers are holding their local pro day today at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. The team has released the full roster of participants.
An NFL local pro day is an event hosted by teams to allow prospects with ties to the local area to showcase their skills in front of team personnel. These prospects typically hail from nearby colleges or have some other connection to the region where the team is based. Head coach Kyle Shanahan, general manager John Lynch, and a contingent of coaches, executives, and scouts will be on hand to evaluate prospective draftees during the 49ers' local pro day.
The event aims to give the team a closer look at these local talents who may have received less attention during the regular scouting process. It will allow the
49ers sign WR Trent Taylor, reuniting with former draft pick
By David Bonilla
Apr 16
The San Francisco 49ers announced the signing of wide receiver Trent Taylor to a one-year deal, reuniting with the team's former fifth-round draft pick out of Louisiana Tech.
Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area was the first to report that the 49ers were discussing a potential reunion with Taylor. The receiver was part of head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch's first draft class in 2017 and spent his first four NFL seasons with the team.
The #49ers are talking with free-agent slot receiver/return man
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
Latest
- 49ers LB Dre Greenlaw to receive Dwight Clark Legacy Award
- Insider provides clarity on 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk trade rumors
- 49ers hosted Georgia safety Javon Bullard on pre-draft visit
- Daniel Jeremiah weighs in on 49ers potentially trading up in the draft
- Rumor: Steelers believe they can acquire 49ers WR Brandon Aiyuk at a bargain
Trending News
-
49ers Webzone • Apr 16
-
49ers Webzone • 20 hrs
-
49ers Webzone • Apr 17
-
49ers Webzone • 19 hrs
-
49ers Webzone • 23 hrs
-
Mike Silver on how Deebo Samuel's contract might be the starting point for a Brandon Aiyuk extension49ers Webzone • Apr 16