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On YouTubeSan Francisco 49ers News / FanNation All 49ers / May 2
How the 49ers Will Use Leonard Floyd in their Wide 9 Defensive Scheme
Leonard Floyd is an awkward fit for the 49ers. They run a 4-3 scheme with two defensive ends who line up in three-point stances. That means they have their hand in the dirt.
San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / May 1
San Francisco 49ers' break from longtime habit in 2024 NFL Draft a vote of confidence in two recent picks
Much has been made of the fact the San Francisco 49ers did not draft an offensive tackle in a year in which it was arguably their biggest need. San Francisco's decision in that regard puts a lot of pressure on right tackle Colton McKivitz to perform to a much higher standard than he did in his first season as the starter in 2023.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 23
49ers expressing 'some interest' in Missouri DE Darius Robinson
The San Francisco 49ers will undoubtedly use at least one of their 10 selections in this week's draft to bolster the edges of their defensive line. Despite acquiring Leonard Floyd and Yetur Gross-Matos in free agency, maintaining an intimidating pass rush remains a priority.
San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / April 8
One analyst ranks Leonard Floyd as the second-best signing during free agency 
His contract tied with the projected production are the reasons why. We can watch the players play and find hundreds of stats on them, but we don't know what to expect until they line up and play football.
San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / April 2
49ers' signing of Leonard Floyd dubbed 'smart investment'
Jeff Kerr of CBS Sports recently assessed the five smartest free agency deals so far, with one San Francisco 49ers acquisition making the cut. Kerr ranked the team's signing of defensive end Leonard Floyd as the second-best move, trailing only the Houston Texans' acquisition of Danielle Hunter.
San Francisco 49ers News / NFL Analysis Network / April 2
49ers’ Leonard Floyd Dubbed Shrewd Free Agent Signing
The San Francisco 49ers may have lost Chase Young to free agency, but they replaced him with fellow edge rusher Leonard Floyd, which may actually represent an upgrade at a cheaper annual price.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 21
Leonard Floyd eager to pair up with Nick Bosa along 49ers D-line
Leonard Floyd is eager to begin working with his new San Francisco 49ers coaches and teammates. In free agency, the team signed the former Buffalo Bills and Los Angeles Rams pass rusher to line up opposite star defensive end Nick Bosa, providing a boost to a defensive front that was inconsistent in 2023.
Buffalo Bills News / Niners Nation / March 19
Leonard Floyd: ‘From the outside looking in, I knew this was a team that was ready for a Super Bowl run’
Floyd explained the reasons he signed with the 49ers on a Zoom call Monday Leonard Floyd is next in line as the edge rusher hand-picked by the San Francisco 49ers to take pressure off Nick Bosa.
San Francisco 49ers News / A to Z Sports / March 19
George Kittle played critical role in San Francisco 49ers landing their biggest signing of free agency
Leonard Floyd is very familiar with going up against the San Francisco 49ers' offense. As a member of the Los Angeles Rams from 2020 to 2022, Floyd faced the Niners seven times across the regular season and postseason.
San Francisco 49ers News / Gridiron Heroics / March 18
San Francisco 49ers’ Signing Named One of Offseason’s ‘underrated’
The rich get richer. When the San Francisco 49ers signed former Buffalo Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd, one of the most dominant and swarming pass rushes in the NFL became even more formidable.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 18
Leonard Floyd reveals why he signed with the 49ers
Former Buffalo Bills defensive end Leonard Floyd has become the San Francisco 49ers' most significant free-agent acquisition thus far this offseason. While the 31-year-old pass rusher had multiple suitors, the Bay Area team emerged as the most aggressive in its pursuit.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 18
49ers officially announce several roster moves, including Leonard Floyd signing
The San Francisco 49ers officially announced several roster moves today. Among them was the signing of defensive end Leonard Floyd to a two-year deal.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 15
49ers' free-agency plan clearly shaped by Super Bowl loss to Patrick Mahomes
The San Francisco 49ers are attempting to use free agency to counteract what went awry in the Super Bowl.
NFL News / Field Level Media / March 11
Reports: 49ers agree to two-year, $20M deal with Leonard Floyd
Veteran pass rusher Leonard Floyd agreed to a two-year, $20 million deal with the San Francisco 49ers, according to multiple reports on Monday. Floyd matched his career high of 10.5 sacks for the Buffalo Bills last season.
Buffalo Bills News / FanNation Bills Central / March 11
Bills Re-Signing A.J. Epenesa as Leonard Floyd Departs
The Buffalo Bills will reportedly be losing Leonard Floyd to the San Francisco 49ers after the news of his eventual signing broke Monday, but coach Sean McDermott and staff have been able to retain one of their top pass-rushers to combat the loss.
Buffalo Bills News / 5 GOATs / March 11
Reports: 49ers signing Leonard Floyd to two-year, $20M deal
The shakeups around the NFL continue as the 2024 free agency period gets underway. On Monday afternoon, the news of free agency signings was fast and furious.
NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / March 11
49ers signing former Super Bowl champion pass-rusher
The 49ers are bringing in a player who has done what they weren’t quite able to do last season.
NFL News / 49ers Webzone / March 11
49ers signing DE Leonard Floyd to 2-year, $20 million deal
NFL Media insider Ian Rapoport reports that the San Francisco 49ers are signing defensive end Leonard Floyd to a two-year, $20 million deal with $12 million guaranteed in year one.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / March 11
49ers To Sign Bills’ Star Pass Rusher Leonard Floyd
The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to sign Buffalo Bills edge rusher Leonard Floyd, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. It’s a big move to bolster the 49ers’ defensive front, especially after the team just released defensive lineman Arik Armstead due to his refusal to take a pay cut.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / March 8
NFL analyst links star veteran pass-rusher to Giants in free agency
The New York Giants amassed a grand total of 34 sacks this past season, so obviously, they need help with their pass rush.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 7
Four free agents Bills should consider targeting with newfound cap space
Buffalo's cost-cutting moves set the Bills up nicely to make a splash in the 2025 offseason. Even so, GM Brandon Beane should be able to spend a little more when free agency opens next week by making a few more cuts and contract restructurings.
NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / February 21
Reunion with star pass-rusher suggested for Rams
The Los Angeles Rams amassed a grand total of 41 sacks this past season, which ranked in the bottom third of the NFL.
Buffalo Bills News / FanNation Bills Central / February 19
Leonard Floyd: Bills' Most 'Interesting' Free Agent?
As AC/DC once said, money talks. That may be the case in Western New York, but the conversation is hardly above a whisper for the Buffalo Bills. Sitting more than $51 million over the salary cap, the Bills might be forced to say goodbye to some of the prominent faces from their recent run of prosperity.
Los Angeles Rams News / LAFB Network / January 26
If The Los Angeles Rams Want Leonard Floyd Back In 2024, They’ll Have To Be The Highest Bidder
Edge Rusher is at the top of the Los Angeles Rams needs heading into the 2024 season. They finished 2023 as the 8th worst pass-rushing team in the league with an 18.9 percent pressure rate and a good chunk of that (41 percent) came from their interior pass rushers.
Buffalo Bills News / Pro Football Rumors / June 14
Leonard Floyd's contract incentives with Bills revealed
Over the past two offseasons, the Bills have added both the Super Bowl LVI-winning top edge rushers from the Rams, though Leonard Floyd's deal did not move close to the Von Miller ballpark
NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / June 5
Bills sign former first-round pick to one-year deal
The next domino has fallen with respect to veteran edge rushers landing new contracts deep into free agency.
NFL News / Yardbarker / March 21, 2023
Lions named good fit for two stud free-agent defenders
It’s safe to assume the Detroit Lions are tenaciously resolute about not having the worst defense in the NFL again in 2023. After revamping their secondary, the Lions’ attention has likely shifted toward fixing the front seven.
Los Angeles Rams News / Sportsnaut / March 11, 2023
Star pass-rusher released by Rams
Floyd, 30, has been among the most consistent pass rushers in the NFL over the past several seasons. He recorded at least nine sacks in each of his three seasons with the Rams after coming over on a free-agent deal from the Chicago Bears back in 2020.
Los Angeles Rams News / Pro Football Rumors / March 6, 2023
Rams to part ways with veteran OLB
ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports that the Los Angeles Rams will look to either trade or release pass rusher Leonard Floyd as the new league year begins.
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