Four-time Pro Bowl punter Andy Lee departed from the 49ers with class on Saturday after he was informed of a trade that sent him to the Cleveland Browns.
“It has truly been an amazing 11 years with the 49ers organization, and I’m thankful for everything they have done for me,” Lee said. “San Francisco gave me the opportunity to play in the NFL by drafting me in 2004, and will forever be a special place for me and my family.
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“Thank you to the York family, my teammates, the coaches, the football staff and the Faithful for your support over the years.