49ers Sign Veteran Tight End

The San Francisco 49ers are strengthening their tight end depth chart with a familiar face.

Ross Dwelley is returning, giving the 49ers a player who knows their system inside and out.

“Niners sign TE Ross Dwelley to one-year deal,” Around The NFL wrote on X.

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— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) May 2, 2025

Dwelley joined San Francisco in 2018 as an undrafted free agent and now gets another opportunity.

During his initial San Francisco tenure, he appeared in 84 games with 17 starts over six seasons.

Last season, he played for the Atlanta Falcons, appearing in all 17 games but garnering just one reception for five yards while also contributing on special teams.

The addition comes at an interesting time for San Francisco.

The 49ers passed on selecting a tight end in the 2025 NFL Draft, instead signing free agent Luke Farrell.

Beyond that, the group consists of young, unproven talent like Brayden Willis and Jake Tonges.

What makes Dwelley valuable is his experience and versatility. Throughout his career, he has lined up at multiple positions, even filling in at fullback when Kyle Juszczyk was sidelined.

His career numbers show modest but meaningful production with 45 receptions for 523 yards and five touchdowns in 101 games.

As training camp approaches, Dwelley will compete for a spot on the final roster behind All-Pro starter George Kittle, who recently received a lucrative contract extension.

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