Former 49ers starter without a job deserves a training camp invite

Daniel Brunskill, a former San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman, remains unsigned as a free agent despite his proven versatility and track record. He rose to prominence with the 49ers starting in 2019 after joining from the defunct Alliance of American Football, playing multiple positions across the offensive line through 2022. Notably, he earned recognition for consistently containing future Hall of Fame defensive tackle Aaron Donald during twice-yearly matchups against the Los Angeles Rams.

After leaving the 49ers in 2023, Brunskill spent two seasons with the Tennessee Titans before re-entering free agency in March. Despite being 31 years old, the article argues he merits more interest due to his positional flexibility—having played tackle, guard, and center—and his recent performance history. While his 2024 season with Tennessee was considered a down year (earning a 55.3 Pro Football Focus grade), he posted consecutive seasons with grades above 67 prior to that.

The 49ers appear unlikely to re-sign him despite offensive line departures like Jaylon Moore and Aaron Banks. However, teams with weaker offensive lines—such as the Cincinnati Bengals or Seattle Seahawks—could benefit from his experience as training camp approaches. The author contends Brunskill deserves another opportunity before the regular season begins, suggesting teams may be monitoring him as contingency option for depth and competition.