While Gifford (6-3, 243) played 77% of the special teams snaps last season, he also contributed to 20% of the defensive snaps. The linebacker logged 49 total tackles (one for a loss), an interception, and two passes defensed in 16 games (four starts) for the Tennessee Titans in 2024, per Pro Football Reference.
Gifford, 29, entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent in 2019 with the Dallas Cowboys, where he played four seasons. He has spent the past two seasons with the Titans. Over his six-year career, Gifford has recorded 95 tackles (two for a loss).
The 49ers' special teams struggled last season, leading to Brant Boyer replacing Brian Schneider as the special teams coordinator. Gifford has played 1,542 special-teams snaps over his career.
Related News
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
49ers CB Deommodore Lenoir denies accusation that he skipped holiday event for special needs kids
According to TMZ Sports, San Francisco 49ers cornerback Deommodore Lenoir is being accused of skipping a charity event for children. The function, which was held on December 15, was a holiday toy drive in which Lenoir was expected to collect toys for children with special... -
Only one 49ers player leads position group in Pro Bowl voting
The NFL Communications staff released the latest voting results for the 2026 Pro Bowl Games, with the AFC and NFC rosters set to be unveiled Tuesday morning. Among the San Francisco 49ers, only one player currently leads his position group: fullback Kyle Juszczyk. Selections... -
49ers mailbag: What's up with Jordan Elliott's knee? Can SF stop Jonathan Taylor? What's on the 49ers' list for Santa?
The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for the final push toward the 2025 postseason. How far they will be able to go will depend on their health and how many young players perform. Especially since some are reserves who are playing for injured players. We opened the 49ers... -
49ers vs. Bears injury update: George Kittle remains a game-day decision
San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle did not practice this week as the team prepares for its Week 17 matchup against the Chicago Bears, leaving his status up in the air heading into Sunday. Despite the lack of on-field work, the 49ers remain optimistic that the All-Pro...