49ers waive Brayden Willis before the team season opener

The San Francisco 49ers waived tight end Brayden Willis on Saturday ahead of their upcoming season opener against the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, Australia. The transaction leaves the roster with three tight ends: George Kittle, Jake Tonges, and Luke Farrell. The move coincides with the promotion of long snapper Jon Weeks to the active roster from the practice squad to address a vacancy at that position. By carrying only three tight ends into the contest, the team signals confidence in the health and availability of George Kittle following the team's long flight to the Southern Hemisphere. Brayden Willis is eligible to re-sign with the practice squad if he clears waivers after the transaction.

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