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The San Francisco 49ers officially designated G Spencer Burford to return from injured reserve and signed DE Trevis Gipson to their practice squad, per the NFL Transactions wire. Burford was placed on injured reserve in September for a knee injury. Burford, 25, was drafted by the 49ers with the No.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 20

49ers places 4th-year guard on IR

The San Francisco 49ers, ahead of their Week 3 home opener against the Arizona Cardinals, announced multiple roster moves, chief among them was placing fourth-year offensive lineman Spencer Burford on injured reserve with a knee injury, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.

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

49ers elevate two players, place Spencer Burford on IR ahead of home opener against Cardinals

The San Francisco 49ers have announced the following roster moves ahead of Sunday's home opener against the Arizona Cardinals at Levi's Stadium: Elevated

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / September 19

49ers deliver unfortunate injury news on Connor Colby, Jordan Watkins, Spencer Burford

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (toe) is officially listed as "questionable" for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. However, head coach Kyle Shanahan admitted it's unlikely Purdy will be healthy enough to start, leaving Mac Jones as the probable Week 3 starter for the second straight game.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / September 17

49ers work out 5 offensive tackles with Spencer Burford banged up

Per the transaction wire, the San Francisco 49ers worked out a handful of offensive linemen: Le’Raven Clark Chris Hubbard Brandon Parker Zachary Thomas Matt Waletzko This comes after backup swing tackle Spencer Burford was listed as day-to-day with a knee injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 10

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / July 29

49ers renegotiate offensive lineman Spencer Burford's contract

The San Francisco 49ers and offensive lineman Spencer Burford have agreed to a restructured contract, according to Over The Cap. The deal provides Burford with more guaranteed money in exchange for a slight pay cut as he competes for a roster role in 2025.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 29

49ers Negotiated Pay Cut With OL Spencer Burford

The 49ers and OL Spencer Burford renegotiated his contract, per Over The Cap, with Burford taking a small haircut in total compensation in exchange for some guarantees.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / July 8

Ranking Most Important 49ers in 2025: No. 29 Has Slim Edge at LG

Ben Bartch checked in at No. 30 on our list and has a strong chance to win the starting left guard job. However, while Bartch may very well win the role, Spencer Burford enters training camp with a slight edge in our rankings, coming in at No.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / May 26

Will Spencer Burford Start at Left Guard for the 49ers in 2025?

Apparently, the 49ers didn't think much of Aaron Banks. He was their starting left guard for the past three seasons. In March, he signed a four-year, $77 million contract with the Green Bay Packers, and the 49ers didn't make a serious attempt to replace him.

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / March 16

Who Will Start at Left Guard for the 49ers in 2025?

The 49ers have to find someone to replace Aaron Banks as their starting left guard. Banks recently signed a four-year, $77 million deal with the Green Bay Packers and left a void in San Francisco's offensive line.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 20

49ers Veteran Offensive Lineman Calls it a Career

49ers veteran offensive lineman Jon Feliciano is calling it a career. Feliciano took to social media to announce his official retirement from the NFL after 10 seasons.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / February 1

Spencer Burford Could Start at Left Guard for the 49ers in 2025

Aaron Banks will be a free agent this offseason and his replacement already could be on the 49ers' roster. Spencer Burford appears to be the favorite to start at left guard in 2025 barring an unexpected investment in the position.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / August 15, 2024

Chris Foerster explains why there are benefits to rotating a young offensive lineman

Will we see a rotation against this year at right guard? Whether it was Spencer Burford or Dominick Puni, the San Francisco 49ers were bound to go into the 2024 regular season with a rotation at right guard.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / August 4, 2024

Week 1 starter on 49ers OL last season could lose starting spot in 2024

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / August 3, 2024

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San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / August 2, 2024

49ers Starting Guard Won't Have Surgery on Wrist Injury

Good news has been provided on San Francisco 49ers starting right guard Spencer Burford. Kyle Shanahan revealed at his press conference on Friday that Burford won't have surgery on his fractured wrist.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 1, 2024

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San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / March 23, 2024

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