49ers rookie Gracen Halton shines after returning from injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:00 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Gracen Halton, a fourth-round pick by the San Francisco 49ers, is making an impression in training camp after recovering from a knee injury. After missing initial practices due to a bone bruise, Halton returned in the third week and received praise from coaches for his energy and skill on the field. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris noted Halton's quickness and potential to contribute significantly, stating he has shown both power and speed. The 49ers hope Halton can help bolster their defensive front, where they have focused their draft efforts in recent years.
- •Gracen Halton was a fourth-round pick in the 2026 NFL draft.
- •He recovered from a knee injury to participate in training camp.
- •Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris praised Halton's performance.
- •Halton's college stats include 8.5 sacks over four seasons at Oklahoma.
- •The 49ers are seeking to strengthen their defensive depth.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Under-the-radar 49ers rookie standing out after return from injury
"The San Francisco 49ers might've gotten a steal on Day 3 of the 2026 NFL draft.
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