Earl Mitchell sends farewell message to 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers are parting ways with defensive tackle Earl Mitchell, and both parties confirmed the news on Wednesday. NFL Network reporter Ian Rapoport had the news first, the 49ers confirmed it shortly after with local media, and now Mitchell has offered his own confirmation via Twitter.

I’m very thankful for my time with the Niners. I put my heart and soul into this game so as always, I’m thankful for every opportunity. Good luck to all of my brothers especially in the d-line room. pic.twitter.com/NqVemq1bZ9

— BIG EARL (@EarlMitchell90) January 24, 2019 The move is not a surprising one. He brought veteran leadership to the locker room, but the decision to move D.J. Jones into the…