San Francisco attempted to keep defensive lineman Arik Armstead by asking him to take a pay cut. Armstead refused and later signed a three-year, $51 million deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He voiced feeling “extremely disrespected” by San Francisco’s request.
Kyle Juszczyk, at 33, expressed his desire to stay with the 49ers in 2024. Highlighting his belief in the team’s potential to win the Super Bowl, Juszczyk said, “This is where I wanted to be.” He emphasized his commitment to the franchise by agreeing on a new deal.
Juszczyk, who’s made eight consecutive Pro Bowls since 2016, prioritized being the highest-paid fullback despite a pay cut. With key players like quarterback Brock Purdy and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk also eyeing significant deals, Juszczyk underscored his status, declaring himself the best in the league.
