49ers Boost Roster by Signing DL Bruce Hector to Practice Squad and Releasing S Jaylen Mahoney
The San Francisco 49ers have made strategic adjustments to improve their roster. DL Bruce Hector has been signed to the practice squad, while S Jaylen Mahoney has been released to create space.
49ers Boost Roster with Bruce Hector
Bruce Hector, a 31-year-old defensive lineman, joins the San Francisco 49ers practice squad. His initial entry into the NFL was with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2018 as an undrafted free agent. Hector has played for several teams, including:
- Philadelphia Eagles (2018-20)
- Arizona Cardinals (2019)
- Carolina Panthers (2020-21)
- Tennessee Titans (2021)
- Detroit Lions (2021-23)
- Houston Texans (2023)
- New York Jets (2023-24)
In his seven-year NFL career, Hector has appeared in 22 games, totaling 21 tackles and 1.5 sacks. In 2024, during his time with the Jets, he partook in six games, achieving 10 tackles and 1.0 sack.
Background and Achievements
Originating from Tampa, Florida, Bruce Hector attended the University of South Florida between 2014-17. Over his college career, he participated in 42 games and gathered 90 tackles, 18 sacks, three passes defensed, and two forced fumbles.
Hector joined the 49ers on August 4, 2025, although he was released later in August before rejoining the practice squad.
Rosters Changes: Mahoney’s Departure
To accommodate Hector’s inclusion, the 49ers decided to release safety Jaylen Mahoney from their practice squad. Mahoney joined the 49ers on September 24, 2025, but will no longer be with the team following this roster adjustment.
Emegypt will continue to monitor the developments within the 49ers roster and provide updates about any further moves as the team progresses through the season.
