THE San Francisco 49ers I need to find additional security help this offseason. They announced a small step toward finding that help on Tuesday.
San Francisco added former undrafted Los Angeles Rams safety Quindell Johnson on a reserve/future contract.
Johnson was a UDFA signing for the Rams in 2023, but he did not make their final roster and was claimed by the Chicago Bears. He spent his rookie season in Chicago and played in nine games, recording two tackles, an interception and a pass breakup.
The Bears let Johnson go at the end of the 2024 preseason. He joined the Rams’ practice squad early in the year and spent the entire season there.
It will be interesting to see how the 49ers develop at the safety position this offseason. Talanoa Hufanga should be granted unrestricted free agency and will likely have a market beyond what San Francisco can or will pay for a starting safety.
2023 third-round pick Ji’Ayir Brown struggled in his second season, raising questions about the 49ers’ depth chart in the secondary.
Veteran special teams ace George Odum is still on the roster, and Johnson joined undrafted 2024 rookie Jaylen Mahoney as a reserve/future contract signee in January. They will both be on the 90-man roster with a real chance to earn a spot on the active roster in OTAs and training camp.
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This article was originally published on Niners Wire: 49ers’ search for security help continues with former Rams and Bears safety
