49ers sign third-round draft pick Romello Height to rookie deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 10:29 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
The San Francisco 49ers have signed edge rusher Romello Height, their final unsigned draft pick, to a four-year rookie contract. Height, selected 70th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, signed a deal worth approximately $7.29 million, including a signing bonus of $1.76 million. He joins a 49ers defensive line aiming to improve after a challenging previous season. Height had a standout collegiate career, with Texas Tech, where he earned First-Team All-Big 12 honors. With the contract finalized, he will now prepare for training camp.
- •Romello Height signed a four-year contract with the 49ers.
- •His deal is valued at approximately $7.29 million.
- •Height had a successful season at Texas Tech before being drafted.
- •The 49ers look to enhance their edge rush after an injury-riddled season.
- •Height will participate in the upcoming training camp.
- 10:29 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers officially sign third-round draft pick Romello Height
"The 49ers locked down their new edge rusher.
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