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Article49ers add a running back ahead of the preseason opener; waive Junior BergenAugust 12, 2026

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Bergen might be a surprise, as some reporters who were present at practice went so far as to say he could sneak onto the roster and was viewed as the top option at punt returner. The team felt differently.

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Bergen waived despite being viewed as top punt returner option

Bergen was waived by the 49ers despite some reporters suggesting he could sneak onto the roster and was viewed as the top option at punt returner. The team's comfort with losing him on waivers despite the injury situation indicates they have lower confidence in him than some observers did.