49ers weigh Vita Vea as trade deadline target

Tackle posted 4.5 sacks in 17 games in 2025

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 46m1 min read

What happened: The New York Times included Vita Vea among San Francisco's trade deadline options. The report also outlined injury timelines for the roster.

Why it matters: San Francisco is looking to reinforce the defensive interior for the stretch run. Vea agreed to a one-year, $30 million extension in August, which sets the contract baseline for any move.

By the numbers: Vita Vea made 34 tackles with 4.5 sacks in 17 games in 2025.

What to watch: Watch for San Francisco injury updates and any deadline movement.

Sources

The New York Times 2026-10-07T13:15:03.171066+00:00

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