49ers Re-sign WR Equanimeous St. Brown to One-Year Deal

The San Francisco 49ers have signed wide receiver Equanimeous St. Brown to a one-year contract amid injuries and uncertainty in their receiving corps. St. Brown, brother of Detroit Lions star Amon-Ra St. Brown, has previously played for the Packers, Bears, and Saints, but has struggled to establish consistent production, with only 63 receptions for 928 yards and two touchdowns over six NFL seasons. The 49ers released and then re-signed St. Brown in July 2025, following an injury to receiver Andy Isabella, aiming to bolster depth and veteran presence in a battered wide receiver group that also includes injured Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings. Brock Purdy faces significant pressure entering the season with diminished familiar targets, making St. Brown a potential rotational slot receiver and special teams contributor. Despite the challenges, the 49ers remain focused on overcoming injuries and competing in the competitive NFC West as they prepare for their season opener against Seattle. The moves reflect the team's urgent need to address offensive weapons ahead of the 2025 NFL season kickoff.