I understand most people aren’t going to jump for joy when they see their favorite team signing depth pieces brought in to play a role on special teams. But, generally speaking, there is rarely any spirited discussion revolving around special teams until it ends up costing a team a game or two once the season rolls around.
The 49ers have been proactive in regards to addressing the apparent deficiencies they had on the often forgotten side of the ball last season. There is a clear commitment to getting better in the game's third phase, highlighted by the two-year deal they gave to wide receiver/return specialist Ray-Ray McCloud.