Alex Smith will be at the team’s headquarters on Friday

There's been a Dee Ford sighting at the San Francisco 49ers practice facility. Chris Biderman of the Sacramento Bee spotted the veteran pass rusher pushing a sled on a side field at the start of Friday's practice. As noted by the beat writer, Ford has not played since Week 1. Spotted for the first time in a while: DE Dee Ford (back) pushing a sled on the side field. He hasn't played since Week 1. #49ers— Chris Biderman (@ChrisBiderman)

The San Francisco 49ers today announced that the team has waived defensive lineman Alex Barrett and cornerback Parnell Motley. One roster spot will likely be used to add defensive end Jordan Willis, once the trade with the New York Jets becomes official this week. The other could be used for cornerback K'Waun Williams' return from injured reserve or a similar move. The 49ers Communication staff provided the following rundown. Barrett (6-2, 250) was promoted to the active roster from the team's practice squad on October 7, 2020, where he appeared in three games and registered two tackles. Motley (6-0, 180) was originally claimed off waivers by the 49ers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on

Pro Football Focus handed out its weekly awards and named San Francisco 49ers cornerback Jason Verrett the Defensive Player of the Week for his performance on Sunday night against the Los Angeles Rams. 🏆 Anthony Firkser🏆 Jason Verrett🏆 Justin JeffersonPFF's Top Performers from Week 6 🥇 pic.twitter.com/hQYXkAQGbN— PFF (@PFF) October 20,