San Francisco 49ers consider roster addition of lineman Chandler Zavala

The Carolina Panthers waived offensive lineman Chandler Zavala on Monday, prompting interest regarding potential additions to the San Francisco 49ers roster. Zavala, a 2023 fourth-round pick from North Carolina State, played in 13 games during his second professional season. His tenure in Carolina was marked by recurring injuries, including neck, knee, and calf issues that frequently interrupted his availability on the field. Although the San Francisco 49ers did not submit waiver claims during the initial round of roster cuts, team evaluators may revisit their interior offensive line depth. The San Francisco 49ers recently acquired Jarrett Patterson from the Houston Texans and maintained Connor Colby on the 53-man roster. A potential move for Zavala would depend on the team's assessment of his durability and his capacity to provide versatile depth at the guard and tackle positions.

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