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49ers expected to bolster front office with returning executive

Originally posted on 49ers Webzone | By David Bonilla | Last updated May 22, 2025 12:31 PM ET

The San Francisco 49ers may be poised to make another offseason move—this time, unrelated to their roster. According to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2, general manager John Lynch and the team are "expected" to reunite with former Jacksonville Jaguars assistant general manager Ethan Waugh.

#49ers expected to reunite with former #Jaguars assistant general manager Ethan Waugh, per a league source. Previously with San Francisco personnel department before working in Jacksonville— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) May 22, 2025

The Jaguars parted ways with Waugh last month, shortly after the 2025 NFL Draft. He had been with the organization since 2022, serving under former general manager Trent Baalke as part of the previous regime.

Waugh was named interim general manager following Baalke's departure and was among the candidates who interviewed for the permanent position. However, the Jaguars ultimately named James Gladstone as Baalke's successor.

Wilson did not specify what role Waugh is expected to assume upon his return to San Francisco. He previously served as the 49ers' vice president of player personnel from 2021 to 2022, following three seasons as director of college scouting and football systems. Waugh also worked alongside Baalke in San Francisco for 12 seasons from 2005 to 2016.

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