49ers release RB Patrick Taylor Jr. after settling injury dispute
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:57 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have parted ways with running back Patrick Taylor Jr. after reaching an injury settlement. Taylor was placed on injured reserve on August 20 due to an undisclosed injury sustained before the preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers. He had previously played in the preseason opener against the Tennessee Titans. Khalil Herbert has been signed to fill his position on the roster. Taylor joined the 49ers in 2024 after beginning his NFL career with the Green Bay Packers.
- •Taylor was on IR after an injury before the Chargers game.
- •He played in 13 games for the 49ers, totaling 183 rushing yards.
- •Khalil Herbert is signed to replace Taylor on the roster.
- •Taylor's injury details were not disclosed.
- 8:57 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers part ways with veteran RB who was on season-ending IR
"The San Francisco 49ers reached an injury settlement with one of the players on their injured reserve list.
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