49ers sign Bryson Eason and Jalen Stroman as undrafted free agents

15 articles · Updated · Niners Nation · Apr 25

San Francisco also added defensive tackle James Thompson, wide receivers Will Pauling and Wesley Grimes, tight end Khalil Dinkins, edge rusher Mikail Kamara, and punter Jack Bouwmeester after the 2026 NFL Draft.
Thompson received $280,000 guaranteed, while Dinkins signed for $275,000. These signings aim to bolster the 49ers’ roster with promising talent overlooked in the draft.
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