The San Francisco 49ers elected to keep Jimmy Garoppolo's contract on the books to start the league year, restructuring the deals of defensive lineman Arik Armstead and tight end George Kittle to make room for the veteran QB's salary along with the free agents the team has signed.
However, that $25 million contract has left the 49ers with minimal cap space to sign free agents. So, did Jimmy Garoppolo hurt the 49ers in free agency?
49ers free agency: ESPN names aging pass rusher as best remaining fit
By David Bonilla
Mar 13
The San Francisco 49ers have made several notable moves in free agency, adding players such as Mike Evans, Dre Greenlaw, and Nate Hobbs. The team also traded for Osa Odighizuwa from the Dallas Cowboys to strengthen a defense that struggled to play consistent football last...
49ers named among NFL's most improved teams in free agency by ESPN analyst
By David Bonilla
Mar 14
It may be too early to crown the winners of the 2026 NFL free agency period, but that hasn't stopped ESPN analyst Aaron Schatz from identifying several teams that have significantly improved their rosters this offseason—including the San Francisco 49ers.
Schatz named five...
49ers address position ignored in free agency in 2026 NFL mock draft
By David Bonilla
Mar 14
The San Francisco 49ers have been active in free agency as they reshape their roster ahead of the 2026 season. The team added veteran wide receiver Mike Evans and brought back linebacker Dre Greenlaw, while also trading for defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa to strengthen the...
49ers again linked to 77-sack pass rusher in free agency
By David Bonilla
20 hrs
"Race you to the quarterback." The San Francisco 49ers could benefit from having competitive brothers anchoring the edges of their defensive line in 2026. At least, that's what several analysts around the NFL believe.
San Francisco has repeatedly been named an ideal landing...
