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the free-agent signing has a similar skill set to Juszczyk with his background as a tight end and ability to impact the passing game in addition to being a lead blocker... a big season could be incoming for Heyward.
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Heyward's Juszczyk-like skill set and open AFC fullback slot set up breakout year.

Free-agent fullback signing possesses a unique skill set similar to Kyle Juszczyk—tight end background with passing-game impact and lead-blocking ability. With Patrick Ricard moving to the Giants, the AFC fullback Pro Bowl slot opens up for competition. Heyward's tight-end versatility, combined with head coach Kubiak's connection to 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan (Kubiak's mentor), positions him for a breakout season. His father Craig 'Ironhead' Heyward's Pro Bowl pedigree adds name recognition.

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