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San Francisco 49ers: Latest News & Rumors Before 2016 NFL Free Agency

By Peter Panacy

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Nov 23, 2014; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) stands on the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 23, 2014; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) stands on the field before the start of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports /

Quarterback Robert Griffin III Would Consider Signing with San Francisco

The 49ers could still pursue a quarterbacking option on the free-agent market this offseason. And it may come from none other than Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III.

Like Colin Kaepernick, Griffin will probably seeking a new team in 2016. And his first choice could be the 49ers.

At least according to ESPN’s John Clayton, who appeared on 95.7 The Game recently (h/t Steve Berman of Bay Area Sports Guy).

“Clearly if Kaepernick’s gone, I could see RG III in a 49ers uniform because I think that would be his first choice, even if they do draft a quarterback at No. 7,” Clayton said.

Griffin hasn’t played since 2014 but enjoyed some success with the zone-read offense, per Berman, prior to his downfall with the Redskins organization.

It’s possible the 49ers may be interested given their own concerns under center, although it’s likely to be a situation where Griffin serves primarily as a backup option or, at best, competes for a starting role if Kaepernick is no longer in the picture.

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