Overview
- Valdes-Scantling joined the 49ers’ practice squad Thursday after being released by the Seahawks during roster cutdowns.
- He said his decision came down to the 49ers and Steelers, opting for San Francisco due to overlap with offenses run by Klay and Klint Kubiak.
- Head coach Kyle Shanahan emphasized he sees little distinction between the practice squad and active roster because players can be elevated for games.
- San Francisco’s receiver group has been thinned by injuries to Jauan Jennings, Jordan Watkins, and Jacob Cowing, increasing the need for veteran depth.
- General manager John Lynch said the team has held conversations about free agent Kendrick Bourne as roster evaluations continue.