The San Francisco 49ers have successfully brought back a familiar face to bolster their receiving corps. Head coach Kyle Shanahan had openly expressed his interest in reuniting with veteran wideout Kendrick Bourne . After Sunday’s win, Shanahan told reporters, “I know he hasn’t signed with [a team], so I know it’s a possibility we can get him. I know we’re still trying. Hopefully, that can work out.” The coach’s persistence has now paid off.
NFL insider Adam Schefter confirmed the agreement this Monday. “Kendrick Bourne is returning home to the San Francisco 49ers on a 1-year deal with a max value of $5 million,” Schefter reported, citing Bourne’s representatives. This represents a significant discount for the 49ers. Bourne’s career has come full circle since entering the league