The Detroit Lions hosted Bartch, while the Los Angeles Chargers met with Burford. While it's unclear how strongly the 49ers are pursuing either player for 2026, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reported there is mutual interest in Bartch returning to San Francisco.
Of course, the 49ers appear content with allowing Bartch to test the free-agent market. Bartch and Burford both started at left guard for San Francisco last season. Bartch started the first two games while Burford made 11 starts, including the team's two playoff games.
The 49ers have already added to their offensive line in free agency, signing Vederian Lowe to a two-year deal and Brett Toth to a one-year contract.
Looking ahead, San Francisco is widely expected to address the offensive line in the 2026 NFL Draft. The contract standoff with left tackle Trent Williams could heighten the urgency to reinforce the line that protects quarterback Brock Purdy and opens running lanes for Christian McCaffrey.
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
49ers waive offensive lineman ahead of training camp
The San Francisco 49ers announced Friday that they have waived offensive lineman Zach Thomas ahead of the start of training camp. Rookies are scheduled to report on Saturday, while veterans will arrive a week later. The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have waived OL... -
49ers' De'Zhaun Stribling named Offensive Rookie of the Year sleeper
The San Francisco 49ers used their top pick in the 2026 NFL Draft—No. 33 overall—on wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, an intriguing playmaker out of Ole Miss who could quickly earn a role in head coach Kyle Shanahan's offense. Of course, Stribling will have to climb the... -
49ers place four players on PUP list; Warner, Bosa cleared for training camp; Two released
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch spoke with reporters Saturday as the team opened training camp, marking his 10th camp with the organization. Lynch provided injury updates and announced that the following four players will begin camp on the physically unable to... -
49ers urged to sign two-time Super Bowl champion to bolster defense
Veteran NFL edge rusher Kyle Van Noy has made it clear he would welcome the opportunity to play for the San Francisco 49ers. Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox believes the fit makes sense for coordinator Raheem Morris' defense. Knox recently identified the top NFL free agents...