What happened: The San Francisco 49ers signed undrafted wide receiver Wesley Grimes to a three-year, $3.11 million contract on May 8. He stands 6 feet 2 inches and weighs 193 pounds, joining a crowded offseason depth chart featuring Ricky Pearsall, Jordan Watkins, Jacob Cowing, and Junior Bergen. If San Francisco releases him before the regular season begins, the organization eats $200,000 in dead money while saving $688,333 against the salary cap.

Why it matters: San Francisco struggled with wide receivers separating from coverage during the 2025 season, making deep speed an urgent priority for the scouting department. While 30-year-old veteran Malik Turner has bounced around without establishing a long-term role, Wesley Grimes brings elite explosiveness with a 35-inch vertical jump and an average depth of target of 12.9 yards in college. Because the rookie averaged over five yards after the catch and notched a 20-yard reception in six separate games, the 49ers cannot afford to risk losing him on the practice squad waiver wire.