Burford entered the NFL as a fourth-round draft pick (134th overall) out of UTSA in 2022, signing with the 49ers. He made an immediate impact as a rookie, transitioning smoothly from the collegiate level and earning a starting role in 16 games during his first NFL season with the 49ers.
During the 2025 season, Burford was placed on injured reserve on September 20 due to a hamstring injury. He was activated on November 1, finishing the season with 11 game appearances, including nine starts.
Across four NFL seasons, Burford has appeared in 56 games with 38 starts.
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