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49ers Sign Veteran Tackle D.J. Humphries to Bolster Offensive Line Depth

The 31-year-old Pro Bowler aims to fill the swing tackle role after injuries and free agency left San Francisco thin at the position.

Overview

  • The San Francisco 49ers signed D.J. Humphries to a one-year contract on April 29, 2025, addressing a critical need for depth at offensive tackle.
  • Humphries, a 2021 Pro Bowler, has 100 career starts but has been hampered by injuries in recent seasons, including a torn ACL in 2023 and a hamstring issue in 2024.
  • The signing follows the departure of Jaylon Moore, who joined the Kansas City Chiefs in March 2025, and the 49ers’ decision not to draft an offensive tackle this year.
  • Humphries is expected to compete for the swing tackle role behind starters Trent Williams and Colton McKivitz, a key position given Williams’ recent injury history.
  • General Manager John Lynch and Head Coach Kyle Shanahan emphasized the importance of improving roster depth after the draft left gaps in certain positions.