Overview
- The agreement was first reported by Jordan Schultz and echoed by multiple outlets, with the AP noting the team has not announced the signing.
- Kirk arrives days after San Francisco added Mike Evans, giving Brock Purdy more speed and interior separation in Kyle Shanahan’s scheme.
- In 2025 with Houston, Kirk posted 28 catches for 239 yards and one touchdown in 13 games, then delivered 8 receptions for 144 yards and a score in a wild-card win and added another playoff touchdown the next week.
- Kirk’s peak came in 2022 with Jacksonville when he recorded 84 receptions for 1,108 yards and eight touchdowns; he has 432 catches for 5,415 yards and 30 touchdowns over eight seasons.
- Availability is a consideration as the 29-year-old has missed 18 games over the past three seasons, and the move comes as the 49ers plan to cut ties with Aiyuk and may still add youth through the draft.