Franklin to sign 3 yr, $6 million contract; 49ers to go after Spragan

According to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN, the San Francisco 49ers engaged in contract discussions with left tackle Trent Williams last week. The writer describes the talks as "extensive," explaining that coming to an agreement before the regular season's final weekend would have helped the 49ers' salary cap situation. While the discussions didn't result in a new contract for the eight-time Pro Bowl selection, it sends a clear message that re-signing Williams is among the team's top priorities. #49ers and Pro Bowl LT Trent

The San Francisco 49ers are moving forward with the assumption that this year's salary cap will be set at $175 million. It will probably be a bit higher, but general manager John Lynch would rather start with the floor. "Anything that we get (above $175 million), I think, is going to be a bonus and gravy, and will help us," John Lynch told Tim Kawakami of The Athletic on The TK Show podcast. "But if it's 175, we'll make it work, and I think we can keep a lot of these players together. You can't keep everyone, but I think we can prioritize. We'll have a very good plan, and I feel really good about our team, moving forward." Of course, quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo's

The San Francisco 49ers announced the following roster moves ahead of the team's Week 17 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The 49ers have signed P Drew Kaser to the practice squad. OL Tom Compton has been activated off injured reserve. The 49ers opened his practice window this week. DL Josiah Coatney and OL Isaiah Williams have been activated off the practice squad as COVID-19 replacements. WR Jordan Matthews and K Tristan Vizcaino have been activated off the practice squad. OL Aaron Neary has been released from the practice squad. The 49ers Communications staff provided the following rundown