The 49ers on Wednesday signed linebacker Terence Garvin, as first reported by NFL Network, to add depth and versatility to their injury-depleted group of linebackers. The team had an extra roster spot ahead of Sunday’s home opener against the Detroit Lions after placing outside linebacker Dekoda Watson (hamstring) on injured reserve over the weekend.
Garvin, 27, spent last season with the Seattle Seahawks, who run a similar scheme to San Francisco, appearing in 15 games and making three starts working primarily as a “Sam” outside linebacker. Garvin was also used inside in certain alignments.
The 49ers are down three inside linebackers ahead of Sunday’s game following their season-opening loss in Minnesota.