The 49ers have added a new name to the backfield, striking a deal with running back Tevin Coleman, as ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported.
49ers signing Tevin Coleman to a two-year, $10 million deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter)
March 13, 2019 In the wake of missing out on Le’Veon Bell, who picked the Jets despite a “strong push” from the Niners, the club has still assembled a stable of backs. As Schefter pointed out, Coleman and head coach Kyle Shanahan are old friends.
49ers’ HC Kyle Shanahan coached RB Tevin Coleman in Atlanta, and has long admired and respected his work. Now Coleman, Matt Breida and Jerick McKinnon give the 49ers the type of 1-2-3 punch many teams seek.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter)
March 13, 2019 Last year, Coleman, who turns 26 in April, set career highs in rushes (167) and yards (800). Coleman also hauled in 32 catches for 276 yards.
