Tue Apr 29 21:20:00 UTC 2025: ## 49ers Sign Veteran Tackle D.J. Humphries After Brief Chiefs Stint

**Santa Clara, CA** – The San Francisco 49ers have added veteran offensive tackle D.J. Humphries to their roster, the team announced today. Humphries, who recently played for the Kansas City Chiefs after a long tenure with the Arizona Cardinals, will provide depth at the tackle position.

Humphries’ time in Kansas City was short-lived. While he reached 100 career starts, he ultimately lost his starting left tackle position to Joe Thuney and served primarily as a backup. The Chiefs’ subsequent signing of Jaylon Moore for a hefty $30 million over two years opened the door for Humphries’ departure.

The 31-year-old Humphries brings valuable experience to San Francisco, despite a recent history of injuries, including an ACL tear in December 2023 that ended his Cardinals season. While he’s played primarily at left tackle since 2017, he’ll likely serve as a swing tackle behind starters Trent Williams and Colton McKivitz. This move is particularly significant given Williams’ age (37) and the departure of Moore, whose contract surprised 49ers general manager John Lynch.

The 49ers are familiar with Humphries from their numerous NFC West matchups against him during his time in Arizona. The team hopes that Humphries, a year removed from his ACL injury, will regain his previous form. His addition creates competition for the swing tackle role with Spencer Burford, further solidifying the 49ers’ offensive line depth. While Humphries’ recent performance was graded 51st among tackles by Pro Football Focus, the 49ers are betting on his experience and potential to contribute significantly.

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