49ers waive offensive lineman ahead of training camp

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49ers waive offensive lineman ahead of training camp

Originally posted on 49ers Webzone | By David Bonilla | Last updated Jul 17, 2026 5:15 PM ET

The San Francisco 49ers announced Friday that they have waived offensive lineman Zach Thomas ahead of the start of training camp. Rookies are scheduled to report on Saturday, while veterans will arrive a week later.

The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have waived OL Zach Thomas.— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) July 17, 2026

The Chicago Bears selected Thomas (6-5, 308) in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Since entering the league, he has also spent time with the Los Angeles Rams, New England Patriots, Houston Texans, and Indianapolis Colts before signing a reserve/future contract with the 49ers in January.

Thomas last appeared in NFL action during the 2024 season, playing in 14 games while splitting time between the Patriots and Texans. He logged 101 offensive snaps and 49 special teams snaps that season.

Over three NFL seasons, Thomas has appeared in 17 career games without making a start. He has played 137 offensive snaps and 58 special teams snaps during his NFL career.

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