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49ers Sign Veteran Punter Thomas Morstead and Cut Mitch Wishnowsky

Brant Boyer’s special teams overhaul continued with Morstead’s arrival after the 16-year veteran was cut by the Jets on May 13

Sep 25, 2022; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins punter Thomas Morstead (4) punts the ball off of the backside of wide receiver Trent Sherfield (14) resulting in the ball going out of bounds and a safety for the Buffalo Bills during the second half at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports/File Photo
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Overview

  • Thomas Morstead signed with the 49ers on May 28, days after his release by the Jets on May 13.
  • The 39-year-old brings 16 seasons of NFL experience, including a Super Bowl XLIV title and an NFL-leading 4,831 punting yards in 2023.
  • San Francisco cut Mitch Wishnowsky after he was sidelined for all three preseason games and eight regular-season contests by knee and back injuries.
  • Wishnowsky ranked in the bottom third of the league in net punting average before landing on injured reserve last season.
  • Morstead reunites with Boyer after their two seasons together with the Jets and adds veteran competition at Levi’s Stadium.