The San Francisco 49ers announced on Thursday that they have signed linebacker Philip Wheeler to a one-year deal. The team also released wide receiver Trindon Holliday and waived guard Fouimalo Fonoti and wide receiver Lance Lewis.
Wheeler (6-2, 245) was originally drafted in the third round (93rd overall) of the 2008 NFL Draft by the Indianapolis Colts. Throughout his seven-year career, he has spent time with the Colts (2008-11), Oakland Raiders (2012) and Miami Dolphins (2013-14). Wheeler has played in 108 games (60 starts) and has registered 455 tackles, 5.5 sacks, four forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries.