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The San Francisco 49ers have announced the elevation of CB Eli Apple from the team's practice squad ahead of Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / September 27

49ers elevate CB, don’t elevate WR ahead of Week 4 vs. Jaguars

The San Francisco 49ers announced they elevated cornerback Eli Apple from the practice squad ahead of their Week 4 contest against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Levi’s Stadium on Sunday.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 27

49ers Elevated CB Eli Apple

The 49ers announced on Saturday that they are elevating veteran CB Eli Apple from the practice squad for Week 4. Apple, 30, is a former first-round pick of the Giants back in 2016.

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NFL News / New Orleans Saints on SI / August 7

Ex-Saints Starter Available After 49ers Release

Roster moves are popping up all across the National Football League now with preseason games kicking off and one on Thursday involved a former member of the New Orleans Saints.

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 7

Infamous NFL cornerback gets released

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / August 7

49ers sign DT Michael Dwumfour, release CB Eli Apple

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have signed defensive tackle Michael Dwumfour to a one-year deal. To make room on the roster, the team released cornerback Eli Apple.

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 28

49ers officially announce CB signing, release WR

The San Francisco 49ers have officially confirmed the signing of veteran cornerback Eli Apple to a one-year contract. In a corresponding move to clear a roster spot, the team released wide receiver Quintez Cephus.

San Francisco 49ers News / Athlon Sports / July 28

49ers Sign Former Top-10 Pick Weeks Before NFL Preseason Begins

The San Francisco 49ers endured an underwhelming 2024 season. Of their 17 games, they managed to win only six, dropping several winnable matchups. This stood in stark contrast to 2023, when they reached the Super Bowl but ultimately fell to the Kansas City Chiefs.

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New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / July 28

49ers Sign Ex-Saints CB, 9-Year NFL Veteran

The San Francisco 49ers reportedly landed a former member of the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Former Saints cornerback Eli Apple was still available in free agency after spending the 2024 season with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Field Level Media / July 27

Agency: 49ers signing veteran CB Eli Apple

Veteran cornerback Eli Apple will have a chance to play for his seventh NFL team after agreeing to a one-year contract with the San Francisco 49ers, his agency said on social media Sunday.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / July 27

49ers sign veteran CB after Renardo Green injury

Down another body in the room, San Francisco moved to sign veteran cornerback Eli Apple.

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NFL News / 49ers Webzone / July 27

49ers signing CB Eli Apple to a one-year deal

The San Francisco 49ers are signing veteran cornerback Eli Apple to a one-year deal, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The move comes after projected starting cornerback Renardo Green suffered a hamstring injury during Friday's practice.

Los Angeles Chargers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 27

49ers Sign CB Eli Apple

Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that veteran CB Eli Apple is signing a one-year contract with the 49ers for the 2025 season. Apple, 29, is a former first-round pick of the Giants back in 2016.

NFL News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / April 17

'You Want That Challenge' - Former Bengals Cornerback Eli Apple Desired to Keep Successful Defense Together

Eli Apple moved on from Cincinnati following the 2022 season, but he wishes the defense could've kept things going. The NFL cornerback discussed those special runs to the AFC Championship Game and more with Readwrite's Kyle Odegard.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / October 14, 2024

Chargers sign veteran CB after recent injuries in secondary

The Chargers have agreed to terms with veteran cornerback Eli Apple.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / July 30, 2023

WR Tyreek Hill reacts to Dolphins signing longtime rival CB

Tyreek Hill is excited for a big day at practice on Monday after the Dolphins signed cornerback Eli Apple.

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Bengals pad out quarterback depth following Joe Burrow injury

Bengals star signal-caller is expected to miss several weeks

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NFL News / Yardbarker / June 2, 2023

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June is National Fruit and Vegetables Month. The CDC recommends adults take in at least 1½ cups of fruit per day and 2 to 3 cups per day of vegetables. Or you could have a look at the most produce-worthy names in NFL history.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 25, 2022

Watch: Patriots QB Mac Jones is developing reputation for being dirty player

We still do not know what type of player New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is when it comes being a franchise quarterback. But he is developing quite a reputation for being another type of player.

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