In what was a startling turn of events, Eli Apple has signed with San Francisco 49ers, according to his agency. The parties agreed on a one -year contract, bringing the angle return to the NFC West team.

At the time of writing, 49ers have not made any notice of signature. Instead AppleThe agency posted a post on social media.

The former Buckeye state of Ohio turns 30 on August 9, and will play with his seventh different NFL team. He spent last season with Los Angeles charges. However, he played in just five matches in total, including a play play off. A hamstring injury reduced his time with the charger.

Apple was selected 10th in general in the NFL 2016 draft by New York giants. After spent three years with the team, he passed to Saints of New Orleans For two years, then one year with southern nfc rivals Panters in Carolina. He then passed on to AFC, playing with Cincinnati Bengals (2021-22) and Miami Dolphins (2023) Before his one -year stay in LA with the charger.

49ers fought with injuries last year, ending with a 6-11 record, at the end of the NFC West. They will start the 2025 season On the way against their dividing rivals, Seattle Seahawkson September 7.