Locked On 49ers - Daily Podcast On The San Francisco 49ers

49ers Sign Valdes-Scantling, Claim HUGE Defensive Tackle, Practice Squad Takes Shape

Aug 28, 2025
The recent signings of Marquez Valdez-Scantling and defensive tackle Jordan Jefferson shake up the 49ers' roster. Fans are buzzing about Jennings' trade request and Lynch’s response. The practice squad is taking shape with notable names like Eli Apple and Sincere McCormick. The dynamic of wide receivers is under scrutiny as their efficiency becomes crucial. Excitement mounts for the upcoming season as the team navigates player trades and strategic additions.
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INSIGHT

Valdes-Scantling Is A Low-Volume Deep Threat

  • Marquez Valdez-Scantling is a classic deep-ball X receiver who could immediately offer a vertical threat for the 49ers.
  • His role likely will be low-volume slot or boundary snaps with two-to-three chances per game rather than heavy target share.
INSIGHT

Stretching The Field With Limited Volume

  • Valdes-Scantling has averaged about 17.4 yards per catch over his career, marking him as a pure field-stretcher.
  • He offers spacing value but lacks volume and consistent route refinement that Kyle Shanahan typically favors.
ANECDOTE

Kendrick Bourne's Underdog Rise

  • Eric Crocker recalled Kendrick Bourne as an undrafted player who carved a role and became a favorite red-zone target for the 49ers.
  • He argued Bourne could realistically fill Jauan Jennings' role if needed and still contribute in the red zone.
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