49ers re-sign RB Khalil Herbert after placing Patrick Taylor Jr. on IR
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 21, 2026, 12:18 AM
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have re-signed running back Khalil Herbert following the placement of Patrick Taylor Jr. on injured reserve. Herbert's return comes just days after he was released. This move addresses the 49ers' injury concerns at the running back position during training camp. Herbert previously played for the 49ers in their preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans, where he recorded six carries and two receptions. He has over 1,900 career rushing yards with several teams including the Chicago Bears and New York Jets.
- •Patrick Taylor Jr. is on injured reserve
- •Khalil Herbert re-joins the roster
- •Herbert had six carries for 18 yards in preseason opener
- •49ers signed Herbert after his recent release
- •Team aims to address injury issues at running back
- 12:18 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers Move Quickly to Bring Back 1,900-Yard RB
"The San Francisco 49ers brought back a recently released RB following spate of injuries. The post 49ers Move Quickly to Bring Back 1,900-Yard RB appeared first on HEAVY.
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