SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Kyle Juszczyk, known for his key role in the San Francisco 49ers’ offense, has agreed to a two-year, $8 million contract with the team. This decision comes shortly after he was released, according to an insider privy to the details of the arrangement who requested anonymity due to the absence of an official announcement. Initial coverage of this development came from ESPN.
Earlier in the week, the 49ers made the strategic choice to release Juszczyk rather than fulfill a financial obligation to pay him a $4.1 million salary, coupled with potential bonuses of up to $500,000 for offseason activities and game appearances. This maneuver resulted in a $3.6 million dead cap hit for the team. However, they have now successfully re-signed him under a new agreement. This isn’t the first time Juszczyk faced this kind of situation; last season he was on the verge of being cut but opted to accept a pay cut to remain with the 49ers.
Juszczyk, 33, has been an integral component of San Francisco’s offensive lineup since being among the first acquisitions by coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch in 2017. Despite the declining use of fullbacks in modern NFL strategies, Juszczyk’s versatility has been invaluable, evidenced by his participation in approximately 50% of the team’s offensive plays. This has led to an impressive record of Pro Bowl appearances, achieving honors all eight seasons with the 49ers and a total of nine in his career. He garnered a first-team All-Pro designation in 2023 and followed with a second-team honor in 2024 when fullbacks were reintroduced into All-Pro considerations.
Last season, Juszczyk recorded 19 receptions totaling 200 yards and delivered two touchdown catches. His contributions also extended to the ground game, with 26 yards and one rushing touchdown. His overall impact since joining the 49ers includes 184 receptions for 1,895 yards and 13 touchdown receptions, complemented by 237 rushing yards and an additional six touchdowns.
