The story of Quintez Cephus is a complex one, as it has undergone numerous twists and turns, including lawsuits and acquittals, sports gambling suspensions, and injuries that have derailed his NFL dreams. He's had quite the road of adversity, and yet, today, Adam Schefter is reporting that he is getting another go at it with the San Francisco 49ers. Cephus has signed a one-year deal to play wide receiver, catching passes from Brock Purdy.
49ers have signed WR Quintez Cephus to a one-year deal and waived RB Israel Abanikanda.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) July 24, 2025
49ers have signed former Badger star WR Quintez Cephus to a one-year deal
Cephus was with the Badgers from 2016 to 2019, and his final season before declaring for the NFL draft was electric.