The San Francisco 49ers are working out former Oakland Raiders and Seattle Seahawks tight end Cooper Helfet on Tuesday, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. As reported on Monday night, the team is also working out defensive back Deron Washington, who spent time this past offseason with the Atlanta Falcons.
Former #Raiders and #Seahawks TE Cooper Helfet is working out for the #49ers today, source said.
Helfet was originally signed by the Seahawks as an undrafted free agent in 2012. He spent time between Seattle's practice squad and active roster through part of the 2016 season.
In October of 2016, Helfet was signed to the Raiders practice squad. This past July, he was placed on their non-football injury list and then released on September 2 during roster cutdowns.
Helfet has 25 receptions for 315 yards and two touchdowns over his career. Both of his touchdowns came during the 2014 season. Helfet has appeared in 24 games over his career while starting four.
Rapoport: 49ers' Mac Jones expected to draw trade interest in offseason
By David Bonilla
6 hrs
Mac Jones did enough in his eight starts to show that he is capable of being a solid NFL quarterback. In fact, one NFL insider believes Jones might be a name to keep an eye on after the season, as some teams may call the San Francisco 49ers to inquire about a trade.
Jones...
49ers work out veteran cornerback ahead of Week 11
By David Bonilla
Nov 10
The San Francisco 49ers brought in veteran cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. for a workout on Monday, as confirmed by the NFL transaction wire. The scheduled tryout was first reported last week.
Samuel, who has drawn interest from multiple teams, is on a busy workout schedule. Last...
The San Francisco 49ers brought in Asante Samuel Jr. for a workout on Monday, evaluating the veteran cornerback as he works his way back into the NFL after undergoing spinal fusion surgery during the offseason. Samuel had visited several teams in recent weeks, and on Tuesday,...
49ers vs. Rams final injury report: Purdy questionable for Sunday; Pearsall ruled out
By David Bonilla
Nov 7
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 10 contest against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Both teams have released their official injury reports, which are provided below.
San Francisco 49ers
Out
WR Ricky Pearsall...
