Chasing Depth: 49ers Sign S Patrick McMorris to One Year Deal

TL;DR

The San Francisco 49ers have signed safety Patrick McMorris to a one-year, $1,005,000 contract to bolster their secondary depth. McMorris, 24, previously played for the Miami Dolphins after a successful college career.

Key points

San Francisco 49ers signed Patrick McMorris
Contract is for one year at $1,005,000
McMorris adds depth to the secondary
He is a 24-year-old from Santa Ana, California
Previously played for the Miami Dolphins

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Chasing Depth: 49ers Sign S Patrick McMorris to One Year Deal

The San Francisco 49ers are wasting no time fine tuning their roster following the 2026 NFL Draft. On Tuesday, April 28, 2026, the team officially announced the signing of safety Patrick McMorris to a one year, $1,005,000 contract. McMorris joins the Niners as a versatile depth piece for a secondary that has dealt with its share of injury concerns over the past season.

A Fresh Start in the Bay

McMorris, a 24 year old native of Santa Ana, California, is no stranger to the West Coast. After a standout collegiate career split between San Diego State (2019–22) and Cal (2023), he was originally selected by the Miami Dolphins in the sixth round of the 2024 NFL Draft.

While his physical tools and collegiate production (252 tackles and six interceptions) made him an intriguing prospect, he struggled to find a consistent role in Miami's lineup. After appearing in six games for the Dolphins in 2024, McMorris spent the 2025 campaign navigating the practice squads of the New York Giants and the Arizona Cardinals.

What McMorris Brings to Santa Clara

Standing 6 feet exactly and weighing 206 pounds, McMorris provides the 49ers with a "hybrid" style safety who has experience at both free and strong safety positions.

Special Teams Value: Given the Niners' emphasis on special teams production from their backup defensive backs, McMorris will likely compete for a role on coverage units immediately.
Tackling Pedigree: During his time at San Diego State, he was known as a high volume tackler and a vocal leader, traits that Kyle Shanahan and John Lynch value across the board.