Well, that was fast. On Friday, the 49ers released wide receiver Marqise Lee. In a related move, they’ve signed fellow wideout Bennie Fowler to take his place on the roster. 
The one-time Jaguars notable signed with the Niners on May 17. A few short days later, he finds himself looking for work once again. Lee made a decent impression on coaches during the 49ers’ rookie minicamp practices and was hoping to stick. It appeared to be a good landing spot for him, especially since he grew up in California and played his college ball at USC.
Between 2016 and 2017, Lee averaged about 60 receptions and 776 receiving yards. He went on to land a four-year, $38MM extension from Jacksonville, but that deal was cut short. Between knee injuries and the COVID opt-out, he’s seen just six games since the end of ’17.
Fowler, meanwhile, has spent the last two years with the Giants. He wasn’t on the field much in 2020, snagging just two receptions before a season-ending shoulder injury.
Head scratcher. Were they just leading him on? I’d understand if they were clearing a spot for a potential trade for Julio Jones, but Bennie Fowler?
Plus Fowler can’t catch. Less than 60% for his career. Not that Lee is much better
“ A good landing spot” why because he grew up there. I guess if you have no talent but live close it is a “ good spot”
“No talent” isn’t a very good assessment. He didn’t get a $38M extention by accident. Injuries ruined him.
Well that whole thing was odd