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Former 49ers Edge Rusher Quickly Finds New Home

It didn't take long at all for this former 49ers edge rusher to find a new team to join.

Jose Luis Sanchez III

Dec 30, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Leonard Floyd (56) during the game against the Detroit Lions at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
Dec 30, 2024; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers defensive end Leonard Floyd (56) during the game against the Detroit Lions at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images / Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
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Well, that was fast. Former 49ers veteran edge rusher Leonard Floyd has quickly found a new home after his release on Tuesday.

According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Floyd is signing a one-year, $10 milllionn deal with the Falcons. Floyd didnt last but a couple of hours after the 49ers released him as a free agent.

His release was likely decided beforehand with his agent inquiring with teams to get a head start. Floyd is a one-and-done with the 49ers.

He gave them 8.5 sacks, which is an impressive number. However, he wasn't a consistent player. Floyd was only good for three-to-four impactful snaps a game.

The 49ers need someone who can wreak more havoc as a pass rusher. Having a player like that will improve the defense as a whole.

Besides, Floyd was a recommendation from former coach Brandon Staley. He's no longer with the 49ers, so it's another reason to let him go.

Floyd should do well with the Falcons. It's a decent signing for them as they desperately need pass rushing help.

As for the 49ers, releasing Floyd can also indicate they will be pursuing Joey Bosa. However, Bosa is receiving interest froom the Dolphins as well.

I'm sure a resolution on Bosa will be reached soon.

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Jose Luis Sanchez III
JOSE LUIS SANCHEZ III

Jose Luis Sanchez III has covered the San Francisco 49ers daily for FanNation since 2019. He started off as the lead publisher for FanNation's All49ers, then switched positions to become the Deputy Editor in 2020. Sanchez writes, edits, and produces videos daily for All49ers. He also co-hosts a show on YouTube with All49ers lead publisher Grant Cohn weekly. Prior to FanNation, Sanchez started his writing career back in 2016 for the school newspaper at Skyline college where he covered all sports team in the Bay Area. Following that from 2017 to 2019, he found a role as a contributor for FanSided's news desk along with their site's Just Blog Baby covering the Las Vegas Raiders and Golden Gate Sports every professional Bay Area sports team. Atop all of that, he was able to graduate with a Bachelors degree in Communication Studies at San Francisco State University in 2020. Sanchez is committed to ensuring he delivers transparent analysis and straightforward opinions that resonates with readers to get them thinking.

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