This page lists all the 2025 NFL Signings for the San Francisco 49ers. I’ve listed all of the NFL Free Agent Signing Grades here, which included the Signings. Because I’ve begun posting polls for the Signings, I thought it would make sense to list just the NFL Signings here, so archiving the voting would be easier.
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- Total Signings: 7
- Average Grade: B- (82.1)
May 2025 – Signings
49ers re-sign LB Fred Warner (3 years, $63 million): A Grade
signed on 5/20/2025
We’ve had three consecutive 49er extensions on this page, which would explain why the front office allowed so many players to walk this offseason. Unlike the Brock Purdy contract, this deal for Fred Warner is excellent.
Warner is arguably the best off-ball linebacker in the NFL. He dealt with a nagging injury all throughout the 2024 season, and yet he still performed like a Pro Bowler. He should be even better in 2025. Just 28, Warner will be able to thrive on an All-Pro level throughout the duration of this contract, which seems reasonable for a player who ranks so highly at his position.
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49ers re-sign QB Brock Purdy (5 years, $265 million): D Grade
signed on 5/16/2025
Every 49er fan knew it was coming. They dreaded the moment, and it’s finally here. The team let players walk, as it was apparent that John Lynch was saving up to give Brock Purdy a massive extension, and here it is. Purdy received a $265 million contract with $181 million in guarantees.
To quote our resident 49er fan, Evan Daniel, our co-host on Tuesday nights on the WalterFootball.com After Dark Show, “The 49ers are done.”
I think Evan is correct. Purdy is a solid quarterback, but he’s not worth this sort of a contract. We’ve seen many teams have depleted rosters as a result of paying big bucks to their quarterback, and it appears as though the 49ers will be the next team in that situation. They already had to say goodbye to some talent this offseason, and that will continue to occur over the next couple of years. If Purdy were on the level of Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, etc., he could make up for it, as we’ve seen with the Chiefs, Bills, and Ravens still thriving despite paying their quarterbacks. However, while Purdy is decent, he’s nowhere near elite, so the 49ers will suffer as a result of this deal.
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April 2025 – Signings
49ers extend TE George Kittle (4 years, $76.4 million): B Grade
signed on 4/29/2025
I have mixed feelings about this extension. On one hand, George Kittle is still one of the top tight ends in the NFL. He deserves a big deal, and this contract will allow the 49ers to have more immediate cap space, so it makes sense to re-sign him. On the other hand, Kittle turns 32 in October, so the argument can be made that the 49ers are paying on past production.
I’m not crazy about this extension, but I don’t hate it either. It makes sense enough to be graded a “B,” but not anything higher.
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March 2025 – Signings
49ers re-sign FB Kyle Juszczyk (2 years, $8 million): A Grade
signed on 3/15/2025
The 49ers have lost a ton of personnel this offseason, so it was crucial for them to retain at least someone. Kyle Juszczyk is a fullback, but he does everything for San Francisco. He’s 34, but he hasn’t shown any signs of regressing. It’s impossible to hate this signing, as it’s a low-risk move that gives the 49ers some stability.
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49ers sign QB Mac Jones (2 years, $7 million): A Grade
signed on 3/12/2025
There were rumors ahead of the 2021 NFL Draft that the 49ers planned on using their No. 3 overall pick on Mac Jones. They opted for Trey Lance instead. Lance turned into a bust, but after a solid rookie campaign, Jones did as well. Jones, however, did well in relief of Trevor Lawrence last year.
I like that the 49ers are getting Jones at this crazy discount. This is a cheap price for a backup quarterback with some promise. Perhaps Kyle Shanahan can get Jones to play up to his potential after all.
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49ers sign WR Demarcus Robinson (2 years, $9.5 million): B+ Grade
signed on 3/11/2025
It’s not a surprise that the 49ers signed a veteran receiver. They traded Deebo Samuel and won’t have Brandon Aiyuk for a chunk of the season because of an injury. With Jauan Jennings and Ricky Pearsall serving as the top two options at the position, Robinson will provide a solid tertiary downfield target. He was a solid threat for Matthew Stafford, particularly in the end zone, so Brock Purdy should utilize him well until Aiyuk is ready to play. This is a solid signing, especially when considering that the 49ers are taking a player from one of their primary rivals.
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49ers sign TE Luke Farrell (3 years, $20.3 million): D Grade
signed on 3/10/2025
I hate these contracts. Blocking tight ends are a dime a dozen. Farrell is a good blocker, particularly in pass protection, but players like this can be found everywhere. Yet, they continue to be overpaid. And I’ll continue to give the teams signing them poor grades.
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