The San Francisco 49ers and Detroit Lions have agreed to a trade of backup players. The Lions are sending out WR Jeremy Kerley, while the 49ers are shipping OL Brandon Thomas.
Lions traded WR Jeremy Kerley to San Francisco for OL Brandon Thomas, pending physicals for both players, per league source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 28, 2016
Kerley was a 5th round pick in 2011 out of TCU by the New York Jets. The Lions signed him back in March of this year, meaning he never played a regular season snap for the team.
Thomas was a 3rd round pick in 2014 out of Clemson by the 49ers. He was a potential first round pick, but a torn ACL in the pre-draft process hurt his stock. Thomas has been unable to get on the field.
Kerley could take over the returner/slot man role for the 49ers. Thomas should provide offensive line depth for the Lions. Although he hasn't contributed, he can play tackle and guard.
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