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49ers Release Veteran DL Ogbo Okoronkwo, Make Roster Spot

By Drooid · Oct 10, 2026, 3:37 AM UTC · How we work

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The San Francisco 49ers released veteran defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo on Friday.
Okoronkwo recorded two tackles and one sack in the 49ers' first four games of the 2026 season.
The move cleared a roster spot for Mykel Williams, who is expected to activate from the PUP list.
Okoronkwo signed a deal in August 2026, was released Aug 30, rejoined the practice squad, then returned to the active roster.

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The San Francisco 49ers released veteran defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo on Friday.
Okoronkwo recorded two tackles and one sack in the 49ers' first four games of the 2026 season.
The move cleared a roster spot for Mykel Williams, who is expected to activate from the PUP list.
Okoronkwo signed a deal in August 2026, was released Aug 30, rejoined the practice squad, then returned to the active roster.