49ers general manager John Lynch praised the on- and off-field contributions of offensive lineman Ben Garland while announcing the official signing of a one-year contract.
The sides agreed to the deal at the beginning of free agency, Garland announced on social media earlier this month. After the deal was signed, the 49ers made the announcement on Saturday.
"Ben stepped in at a critical point in our season last year and did a great job," Lynch said in a statement.
"He is a versatile interior lineman who battles every play and gives you everything he has.