The San Francisco 49ers require some depth at defensive tackle after Kevin Givens sustained a pectoral injury that will force Givens to “be out for a while,” per Kyle Shanahan. Bruce Hector was a recent addition, but he only saw limited action with the New York Jets the previous two seasons. Because of this, the team worked out four defensive tackles on Wednesday afternoon.

Shakel Brown, who spent time on the Niners’ practice squad in 2024, was one of the tryouts. Brown, 6’3″, 295 pounds, was an undrafted free agent from the 2023 NFL Draft class.

Michael Dwumfour, who signed to the 49ers practice squad in December 2022, was another tryout. Dwumfour spent time in Houston with DeMeco Ryans and was signed by the Jets during Robert Saleh’s second season as a head coach. Dwumfour, 27, is 6’1″

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