Exclusive betting insights only at USA TODAY.<\/a><\/p>\nThe 28-year-old went on to play in eight games for San Francisco and recorded 24 tackles, five quarterback hits and a team-high 4.0 sacks (tied with Bryce Huff).<\/p>\n
Potential replacements for Clelin Ferrell<\/p>\n
With Nick Bosa and Mykel Williams returning from torn ACLs in 2026 and the duo of Bryce Huff and Keion White also expected to be back, the 49ers already have a decent rotation on the edge.<\/p>\n
If they were looking to add another weapon to rush the passer, Jaelan Phillips, Jihad Ward, Joey Bosa, Kwity Paye and Joseph Ossai are just some names near the top of the market.<\/p>\n
What contract could Clelin Ferrell receive as a free agent?<\/p>\n
Ferrell played on a one-year, $1.17 million deal in 2025, and finishing with four sacks in just eight games could put him in line for a raise. Still, he probably won’t be making more than $2 million to $4 million per year.<\/p>\n
Should the 49ers re-sign Clelin Ferrell?<\/p>\n
Ferrell provided San Francisco with pass rush help when they needed it, but his efforts weren’t enough to make it a strength for Robert Saleh’s defense. It’s hard to imagine Shanahan and Lynch adding a starter on the edge, but if they’re looking for a rotational piece, Ferrell will likely be just as good as anyone else.<\/p>\n
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