Herbert Joins 49ers Backfield | San Francisco 49ers News

The 49ers just added depth at running back by signing Khalil Herbert on a one-year deal, moving Patrick Taylor Jr. to injured reserve to make room. Herbert, a 28-year-old former Bear and Jet with solid college stats from Kansas and Virginia Tech, brings experience and versatility after rushing for nearly 2K yards and 9 TDs in his career — though limited last season. Now in San Francisco, he’ll compete for carries as the team looks to bolster its ground game this year. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/2e972be1f0d9cc5f