Sanchez played four collegiate seasons, beginning his career at Old Dominion for three years before transferring to Houston for his final season. In 2025, he converted 21 of 26 field-goal attempts and was perfect on 43 extra-point tries.
The 49ers, of course, already have their long-term kicker in Eddy Piñeiro, who signed a four-year, $17 million contract to return after a strong 2025 season—his first with San Francisco.
Still, the team continues to evaluate kicking competition and depth options during the offseason. The 49ers announced eight undrafted free-agent signings to go along with their eight draft selections and have extended additional rookie minicamp invitations to select players, including Sanchez.
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