The New York Giants released right guard Geoff Schwartz earlier this week, and the veteran is now free to sign anywhere he wants at any time. Had he played out his contract this past year, he would have had to wait until the new league year starts on March 9 to sign a deal.
Schwartz grew up a 49ers fan, and worked with 49ers OL coach Pat Flaherty when the latter was coaching the Giants offensive line. It is as much a connection as you'll find to link Schwartz to the team. He has not been linked to any teams yet, but that should happen sooner rather than later.