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Already dealing with familiar injury volume, the 49ers used both their IR-return slots upon setting their initial 53-man roster Sunday. The team added two more IR-return players today.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 31

49ers Announced Four Moves, Put Two On Injured Reserve

The San Francisco 49ers announced they have placed LB Nick Martin and CB Nate Hobbs on injured reserve. To fill the open roster spots, they re-signed S Ashtyn Davis and P Corliss Waitman.

Green Bay Packers News / A to Z Sports / June 1

Packers are about to realize benefits of difficult offseason decisions as added cap space and roster flexibility arrive

Green Bay released cornerback Nate Hobbs and kicker Brandon McManus with post-June 1 designations earlier this offseason. The Green Bay Packers might not be the most aggressive franchise in terms of salary cap management.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 17

49ers' Wide Receiver Room is the Reason for their Power Rankings Drop

The San Francisco 49ers' offseason was considered an all-in attempt to win a Super Bowl with the supporting cast that they currently have. However, they dropped two spots in the recent ESPN power rankings when reviewing every team's offseason.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 22

One Perfect CB Target for the 49ers in Every Round of the NFL Draft

The San Francisco 49ers do not look like they need a cornerback on paper, but the team did add both Jack Jones and Nate Hobbs, so it is clear that Raheem Morris wants to change some things up in the secondary. Johnson is probably the most likely to be on the board at pick 27, as well as be the cleanest cornerback at that time.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / April 11

1 Under Discussed Player Impacted by the 49ers Signing Jack Jones

The San Francisco 49ers' signing of Jack Jones is clearly bad news for Renardo Green, who was already in a tough spot following free agency. However, another player who could be impacted that has not been discussed as much is Upton Stout.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 28

49ers Post Free Agency Cornerback Depth Chart: Are They Done?

Now that the San Francisco 49ers have finished the majority of their free agent moves it is a good time to look back at the roster and see where things stand.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 20

49ers contract details revealed for Dre Greenlaw, Nate Hobbs, Luke Gifford

The San Francisco 49ers signed linebacker Dre Greenlaw and cornerback Nate Hobbs to one-year deals, and linebacker Luke Gifford to a two-year deal. OverTheCap.com has published the details for each player, which are outlined below.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 16

49ers officially announce signing CB Nate Hobbs to a one-year deal

The San Francisco 49ers have officially announced the previously reported signing of cornerback Nate Hobbs to a one-year deal. News of the signing was first reported on March 12.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 13

5 things to know about new 49ers CB Nate Hobbs

The San Francisco 49ers are reportedly adding some competition to their cornerback room with the signing of former Packer and Raider Nate Hobbs. Hobbs, 26, is coming to the 49ers on a one-year deal with hopes that he regains the form he showed earlier in his career with the Raiders after a disappointing season with the Packers.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 12

49ers signing CB Nate Hobbs to a one-year deal

According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the San Francisco 49ers are expected to sign former Las Vegas Raiders and Green Bay Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs to a one-year deal.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 13

49ers To Sign CB Nate Hobbs

Nate Hobbs has quickly found a new home. After getting cut by the Packers earlier this week, the cornerback is signing with the 49ers, according to Jordan Schultz.

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Green Bay Packers News / Field Level Media / March 10

Reports: Packers releasing CB Nate Hobbs after 1 season

The Green Bay Packers are releasing cornerback Nate Hobbs after one expensive, injury-shortened season, multiple outlets reported Tuesday. Hobbs, 26, signed a four-year, $48 million contract last March that included a $16 million roster bonus and a $1.2 million base salary in 2025.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / March 10

Packers 2026 Free Agency Tracker: Signings, Losses, News After 24 Hours

The Green Bay Packers have three starters on offense, one starter on defense and some key backups set to become free agents beginning on March 9. Here is an updated look at a talented group that combined for 71 starts in 2025.

Green Bay Packers News / Total Apex Sports / March 10

Green Bay Packers Release Free Agency Bust After 1 Season With The Team

The Green Bay Packers have made a definitive and surprising move early in the free agency period. Just one year after signing cornerback Nate Hobbs to a massive four-year, $48 million contract, the front office officially released him.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / March 10

Packers To Release CB Nate Hobbs

Nate Hobbs‘ Green Bay future was a question mark leading up to free agency. The veteran corner will indeed be on the move after just one year with the team.

Green Bay Packers News / The Packers Post / February 5

Will the Green Bay Packers Part Ways with CB Nate Hobbs After One Season?

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst has an important decision to make by next month: whether or not to part ways with cornerback Nate Hobbs.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / January 2

Nate Hobbs Has Message for Packers Fans After Latest Injury

In free agency, cornerback Nate Hobbs signed a big contract with the Green Bay Packers. He was on top of the world. It’s been nothing but downhill since, though.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 27

Matt LaFleur explains plan for Packers' disappointing offseason signee

The Green Bay Packers knew they needed some secondary help in the offseason, so general manager Brian Gutekunst went into the free agency pool to find a cornerback.

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Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / August 29, 2025

Will Nate Hobbs Be Ready for the Lions?

When Green Bay Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs opted for knee surgery early in training camp, it was with an eye on being 100 percent healthy for the start of the regular season.

Green Bay Packers News / Pro Football Rumors / August 5, 2025

Packers CB undergoes knee surgery, could be available Week 1

Nate Hobbs will likely not participate in the remainder of the Packers’ training camp.

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Green Bay Packers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 5, 2025

Packers CB Nate Hobbs Underwent ‘Minor’ Knee Surgery

Bill Huber of SI.com reports that Packers CB Nate Hobbs recently underwent a “minor” knee surgery. According to Huber, Hobbs could return in around three weeks from the surgery, which gives him a shot of being available for Week 1.

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / July 28, 2025

MarShawn Lloyd practice injury a reminder of health concerns for Packers RB

Lloyd had to have been experiencing deja vu on Monday afternoon in training camp.

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Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker / June 9, 2025

Jaire Alexander release puts major pressure on Keisean Nixon

Jaire Alexander release puts major pressure on Packers' Keisean Nixon

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