49ers Re-Sign Linebacker Luke Gifford to a Two-Year Deal

Gifford originally signed with the Cowboys as an undrafted free agent in 2019.

Mar. 15, 2026 at 2:35am

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The San Francisco 49ers have re-signed linebacker Luke Gifford to a two-year contract. Gifford, a 30-year-old native of Lincoln, Nebraska, has spent the last seven seasons in the NFL with the Cowboys, Titans, and 49ers. In 2025, his first season with the 49ers, Gifford appeared in 17 games (9 starts) and recorded 15 tackles, 1 pass defense, and 1 fumble recovery while also contributing 20 special teams tackles.

Why it matters

Gifford's re-signing provides depth and experience to the 49ers' linebacker corps as they look to build on their success from the 2025 season. His special teams contributions were also a key factor in his Pro Bowl selection that year.

The details

Gifford (6-3, 243) originally entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Dallas Cowboys in 2019. Over his 7-year career, he has appeared in 90 games (14 starts) and recorded 61 tackles, 3 pass defenses, 1 interception, 1 forced fumble, and 2 fumble recoveries. He has also added 69 tackles on special teams.

  • Gifford signed with the 49ers in 2025.

The players

Luke Gifford

A 30-year-old linebacker who has spent the last 7 seasons in the NFL, including the 2025 season with the 49ers.

San Francisco 49ers

An NFL team based in San Francisco, California.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

The takeaway

Gifford's re-signing with the 49ers demonstrates the team's commitment to building depth and continuity on their roster as they look to make another playoff push in the 2026 season.