ESPN UPDATE: The 49ers officially just lost another of their highly rated star player.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the highly rated professional footballer has agreed to a deal with the Seattle Seahawks. However, the specifics of the contract, including its length and financial terms, have not been disclosed.

He was with the 49ers for just one season, serving as George Kittle’s backup. During his time in San Francisco, he started three games and recorded 11 receptions for 97 yards and one touchdown. However, his primary role was as a blocking tight end, a skill the Seahawks likely value and intend to utilize in the same capacity.

As He approaches his 31st birthday in May, he remains more of a blocking specialist than a receiving threat. Throughout his eight-year career, he has totaled just 47 receptions. Now, he is set to join his eighth NFL team.

The 49ers originally brought in Saubert to compete for the blocking tight end position with Cam Latu, a former third-round draft pick. However, Latu underperformed to such an extent that the 49ers decided to release him, effectively handing the job to Saubert by default.

Latu was selected in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft as a potential replacement for Charlie Woener, who had secured a three-year, $12 million contract with the Atlanta Falcons. The 49ers appeared unwilling to commit that level of financial investment to a backup tight end. Unfortunately, Latu failed to meet expectations, and Saubert did not make a significant impact either.

Recognizing the need for an upgrade, the 49ers took a different approach this offseason, signing Luke Farrell to a three-year, $20.25 million contract. This move suggests that the team is prioritizing a strong backup option at the position to ensure stability in their blocking schemes.

Farrell, who is younger than Saubert, is regarded as a superior blocker. However, he has not been much of a receiving threat, with only 36 career catches and no touchdowns in his four NFL seasons.

With this signing, it appears that the 49ers have a clear preference when it comes to backup tight ends—strong blockers who do not necessarily contribute much in the passing game.

 

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