49ers add Dimukeje, bring Zakelj back for depth
The San Francisco 49ers signed defensive lineman Victor Dimukeje and offensive lineman Nick Zakelj to one-year deals ahead of Week 2 of the preseason, with Zakelj returning after a brief release to clear room for Doug Kramer Jr. and Dimukeje adding edge‑rush depth as San Francisco navigates a limited preseason rotation; the team also released Khalil Herbert and Kion Smith to create space. Dimukeje, a 2021 sixth‑round pick who had his best season in 2023 (17 pressures, four sacks), has seen his playing time decline, making him a helpful depth option behind the main edge group as the Niners manage reps for Nick Bosa and others.
