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49ers part ways with two players on IR

Originally posted on 49ers Webzone | By David Bonilla | Last updated 9/5/23

According to the NFL transaction wire, the San Francisco 49ers have parted ways with two players—defensive back A.J. Parker and kicker Zane Gonzalez. Both players were on season-ending injured reserve, and the team reached an injury settlement with each.

The #49ers have waived DB A.J. Parker and terminated the contract of K Zane Gonzales, both with injury settlements, per the NFL transaction wire.
Both players were on IR.
— 49ers Webzone (@49erswebzone) September 5, 2023

Gonzalez landed on injured reserve on August 29 after suffering a right calf injury during pre-game warmups before the Niners' final preseason game. Parker landed on injured reserve the same day. He was dealing with a hamstring injury.

San Francisco traded for Gonzalez in March, and third-round draft pick Jake Moody, a kicker from Michigan, later joined him on the roster. Moody's Week 1 status remains unclear. He is dealing with a right quad injury, but the team is optimistic that the rookie will be available against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The Niners recently signed kicker Matthew Wright to the practice squad as insurance if Moody cannot play.

This article first appeared on 49ers Webzone and was syndicated with permission.

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