49ers release CB Perrish Cox, Eric Wright enters mix
San Francisco is trimming down its’ roster as more players become healthy. Earlier in the day, the 49ers released mistake prone wide receiver Kyle Williams. With Michael Crabtree on the 53-man roster, it is only a matter of time until he plays.
When will that be?
With Williams’ release it could indicate sooner rather than later.
Well, now it has been announced that the 49ers’ have released cornerback Perrish Cox, according to Matt Maiocco of CSN Bay Area.
The 49ers have waived CB Perrish Cox.
— Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoNBCS) November 12, 2013
Maiocco then announced the addition of Eric Wright – to take over for Cox.
CB Eric Wright will be taking over as the 49ers' dime back with the release of CB Perrish Cox.
— Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoNBCS) November 12, 2013
Cox had only two tackles in 2013 for San Francisco and returned 3 punts for 82 yards.
With the loss of Williams and now Cox – the team’s two punt returners – LaMichael James would appear to have that job locked down, noted Maiocco.
Also, this means no safety net for LaMichael James. Kyle Williams and Perrish Cox were only other punt-returners on the 49ers.
— Matt Maiocco (@MaioccoNBCS) November 12, 2013
Wright started his tenure in San Francisco on the non-football injury/illness list. He was originally traded from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but that infamously fell through after he failed a physical. Wright eventually signed anyway in early August.
“We are pleased to welcome Eric to the 49ers organization and look forward to his contributions,” 49ers general manager Trent Baalke said after the signing, according to Gregg Rosenthal at nfl.com. “Eric is currently tending to a personal matter and he will join the team as soon as possible.”
It appears Wright will now get his shot.