There’s no doubt that the start of free agency has been painful, at least from a sentimental standpoint, for the 49ers as they have let a host of veteran players walk in a clear effort to deliver on their desire to get younger and make their roster more affordable.
The trade of Deebo Samuel to the Commanders and the post-June 1 release of Javon Hargrave will become official on Wednesday. In addition to that duo, at the time of writing, the 49ers had bid farewell to the following players across the first two days of free agency:
Kyle Juszczyk (released)
Maliek Collins (released)
Dre Greenlaw (signed with Broncos: three years, $35 million)
Charvarius Ward (signed with Colts: three years, $60 million)
Talanoa Hufanga (signed with Broncos: three years, $45 million)
Aaron Banks (signed with Packers: four years, $77 million)
Jaylon Moore (signed with Chiefs: two years, $30 million)
Elijah Mitchell (signed with Chiefs)
Leonard Floyd (released, signed with Falcons: one year, $10 million)
It is a long list and the 49ers have a lot of work to do to restock the roster, especially on the defensive side of the ball.