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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.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 30: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates with George Kittle #85 of the San Francisco 49ers after scoring a touchdown during an NFL Football game against the Detroit Lions at Levi's Stadium on December 30, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.
Kansas City Chiefs offensive tackle D.J. Humphries (70) gets set to block during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo.
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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.