Jeff Wilson’s Surprising Return to the 49ers: What This Means for the Team’s Future

Running back Jeff Wilson is heading back to the 49ers.

Wilson ran 390 times for 1,733 yards and 15 touchdowns during his first stint with the Niners. He had 141 carries for 637 yards and three touchdowns in Miami. Veteran running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn also signed with the team this weekend. Jeff Wilson Jr. is making his way back to the San Francisco 49ers, and honestly, it feels like a homecoming we didn’t even realize we were craving until now . After a solid four-plus seasons with the Niners, Wilson took his talents south to Miami in 2022, but the 49ers have clearly decided they want that familiar spark back in their backfield. His agents, Drew Rosenhaus and Shaun O’Dare, confirmed to ESPN that Wilson is set to rejoin the squad — a move that couldn’t come at a more crucial time given the team’s recent injury troubles with Ameer Abdullah, Isaac Guerendo, and Jordan James. Oh, and let’s not forget, Ke’Shawn Vaughn has also hopped on board this weekend, adding some veteran depth. Wilson’s first stint was nothing to sneeze at — 1,733 yards on the ground and 15 touchdowns — and his numbers with Miami suggest he’s still got plenty left in the tank. This isn’t just a signing; it’s a strategic move loaded with potential impact . LEARN MOREWilson’s agents Drew Rosenhaus and Shaun O’Dare told ESPN that their client is going to sign with the 49ers. Wilson played for the team for four-plus seasons before being traded to the Dolphins in 2022. The 49ers worked Wilson out recently, but opted to sign Ameer Abdullah. Abdullah injured his rib in the team’s first preseason game and the team is also dealing with injuries to Isaac Guerendo and Jordan James.