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San Francisco 49ers Sign Former Ohio State Cornerback Eli Apple to One-Year Deal

Eli Apple is joining the seventh team of his NFL career.

After spending last season with the Los Angeles Chargers, Apple landed an opportunity to continue his NFL tenure on Sunday as the San Francisco 49ers signed him to a one-year deal.

Veteran cornerback Eli Apple is signing a one-year deal with the 49ers, per Kevin Conner at @UniSportsMgmt. pic.twitter.com/fN9DD4pQwC

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 27, 2025

The former Ohio State cornerback is entering his ninth NFL season. He played in just four regular-season games last year, recording two tackles and one pass breakup.