The 49ers acquire LB Deion Jones from the Saints for RB Zamir White, AP source says
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers added depth at linebacker by acquiring Deion Jones in a…
The San Francisco 49ers bolstered their linebacker position by trading for Atlanta Falcons outside linebacker Deion Jones from the New Orleans Saints. The 49ers received Jones in exchange for running back Zamir White, according to a person familiar with the trade. Jones, 31, had been a reserve player for the past two seasons with Tampa Bay, primarily contributing on special teams.
He spent his initial six seasons with the Falcons, earning Pro Bowl honors in 2017 and participating in the 49ers' defensive scheme under Raheem Morris in 2020. While the 49ers do not have a glaring need at linebacker, with Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw projected as starters and several others vying for backup roles, the acquisition may provide additional depth for practice this week and the upcoming exhibition game against Las Vegas.
Meanwhile, the Saints are facing a shortage of running backs following Alvin Kamara's injury, which could sideline him for approximately a month.
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- The 49ers acquire LB Deion Jones from the Saints for RB Zamir White, AP source says winnipegfreepress.com
