Updated March 9, 2026, 4:16 p.m. PT
The San Francisco 49ers entered Monday’s legal-tampering window with several of their own players who could agree to a deal with any other team.
On Monday night, the first domino fell, as NFL Network’s Cameron Wolfe reported that 49ers wide receiver Kendrick Bourne agreed to a two-year deal worth $11.47 million (max value of $16.47 million) with the Arizona Cardinals.
Bourne, 30, began his career in San Francisco, and after five seasons with the New England Patriots, returned to the team in 2025. He appeared in 16 games, catching 37 passes for 551 yards.
With the 49ers landing Mike Evans, they still could use some depth, but it won’t be Bourne who fills out those spots on the depth chart.
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