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49ers Sign Veteran Receiver Robbie Chosen Amid Injuries

8/4/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers have welcomed veteran wide receiver Robbie Chosen back with a one-year contract, parting ways with Marquez Callaway. At 32, Chosen brings experience and a career total of 5,087 receiving yards and 30 touchdowns, hoping to strengthen a battered receiving corps facing injury challenges.

History

Historical Context

The NFL established the free agency system in 1976, enabling players like Robbie Chosen to negotiate contracts independently. The San Francisco 49ers, with five Super Bowl victories since their founding in 1946, have historically emphasized veteran talent. Chosen's impressive stats, including 5,087 receiving yards, highlight the significance of experienced players as the team adapts to current challenges in player recruitment.

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Story summary

The San Francisco 49ers have welcomed veteran wide receiver Robbie Chosen back with a one-year contract, parting ways with Marquez Callaway. At 32, Chosen brings experience and a career total of 5,087 receiving yards and 30 touchdowns, hoping to strengthen a battered receiving corps facing injury challenges.

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