Demarcus Robinson’s time in San Francisco might be nearing its end.
After signing a two-year deal with the 49ers last offseason, the veteran wide receiver is now being viewed as a potential cut candidate following a quiet 2025 campaign. Despite a season riddled with injuries to key pass catchers, Robinson couldn’t carve out a consistent role in the offense. He finished the year with just 22 receptions for 276 yards and a single touchdown across 14 games - numbers that landed him seventh on the team in receiving yards.
This wasn’t the follow-up Robinson or the 49ers were hoping for after his productive 2024 stint with the Rams, where he tallied 505 yards and seven touchdowns. At 31 years old, Robinson was brought in to provide reliable depth and veteran savvy, especially in a system that thrives on timing and versatility. But the connection never quite clicked in San Francisco, and with a modest $253,000 in cap savings available if the team moves on post-June 1, the front office has a decision to make.
If Robinson is released, he’s not expected to be on the market for long. There are several teams that could use a veteran presence like his - not as a headline-grabbing addition, but as a stabilizing piece in a young or thin receiving corps.
A reunion in Kansas City could be on the table. Robinson spent his first six seasons with the Chiefs, where he was a steady contributor in Andy Reid’s offense.
With the Chiefs still searching for consistency at the wide receiver position, bringing back a familiar face who understands the system could be a smart depth move. He won’t solve their WR issues outright, but he knows the playbook and the expectations - that counts for something.
Miami is another team to watch. The Dolphins released Tyreek Hill earlier this week, creating a major hole in their receiver room.
While Robinson isn’t a one-for-one replacement - few players are - he could offer some veteran leadership and route-running reliability behind Jaylen Waddle, who now carries the WR1 mantle. For a team that suddenly finds itself thin at the position, Robinson could be a low-risk, steadying addition.
Then there’s New England. The Patriots are in the early stages of building around rookie quarterback Drake Maye, and they need to surround him with more weapons.
Robinson wouldn’t be the splashy move fans might be hoping for, but he could be a smart signing as a high-floor, experienced option - someone who knows how to get open, move the chains, and help a young quarterback settle in. Of course, the Pats still need to make bigger moves at the position, but Robinson could be part of a broader solution.
Even coming off a down year, Robinson’s résumé still carries weight. He’s played in big games, contributed in multiple systems, and brings a professional approach that teams value - especially when the market thins out. If the 49ers decide to move on, don’t be surprised if Robinson quickly finds a new home.