The 49ers on Tuesday scooped tight end Daniel Helm off from the Bucs’ practice squad according to Greg Auman of the Athletic. Helm will join San Francisco’s active roster.
Helm was with the 49ers last season on the practice squad and had a stint on the 53-man roster. He was an undrafted rookie last season out of Duke and was with the Chargers prior to landing with San Francisco. He was released this offseason and claimed by the Chiefs before making his way to Tampa Bay.
He’ll give them a fourth tight end with Jordan Reed heading to Injured Reserve with a knee injury. A year-plus with San Francisco gives Helm the opportunity to step in and contribute right away if need be.
Once George Kittle returns, Helm figures to be the fourth tight end behind Kittle, Ross Dwelley and rookie sixth-round pick Charlie Woerner.
