# 49ers Release Veteran Defensive Lineman

> San Francisco 49ers part ways with defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo after one-year contract.
- Title: 49ers Release Veteran Defensive Lineman · Newsweek | Shortify
- Summary: San Francisco 49ers part ways with defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo after one-year contract. San Francisco 49ers released veteran defensive lineman Ogbo…
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- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nfl/49ers-part-ways-with-veteran-defensive-lineman-12549402
- Author: Aaron Becker
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: 49ers, ogbo okoronkwo, defensive lineman, nfl, san francisco 49ers, practice squad
## 49ers release veteran defensive lineman
San Francisco 49ers announced they released ninth-year veteran defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo on Friday.
## Okoronkwo's NFL journey
Okoronkwo joined the 49ers on a one-year contract in August, reuniting with his former defensive coordinator Raheem Morris.
## Okoronkwo's performance
He recorded two tackles and one sack through the first four games of the season after being signed back to the active roster.
## Key takeaway

San Francisco 49ers released veteran defensive lineman Ogbo Okoronkwo who recorded two tackles and one sack in the first four games of the season.