In an expected move, the San Francisco 49ers officially announced they will decline the 2019 contract option for wide receiver Pierre Garcon. The veteran managed just one touchdown reception during his two injury-filled seasons with the team.
San Francisco announced a number of additional roster moves on Thursday. The 49ers exercised the contract options of defensive end Cassius Marsh, outside linebacker Dekoda Watson, fullback Kyle Juszczyk and cornerback K’Waun Williams.
The Niners have yet to decide the fate of linebacker Malcolm Smith, and the team is reportedly attempting to trade defensive tackle Earl Mitchell, per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network:
The #49ers have other moves/decisions to make soon.