The Facts: The 49ers announced the signing of Murphy to a one-year deal. In a corresponding move, they waived linebacker Jimmie Gilbert with an injury designation.

Diehards Line: The Raiders selected Murphy in the fourth round of the 2009 draft. He has spent eight years in the league with the Raiders (2009-11), Panthers (2012), Giants (2013) and Buccaneers (2014-16). He has played in 88 games, with 28 starts, making 162 receptions for 2,322 yards and 10 touchdowns. Murphy, 30, attended the University of Florida where he appeared in 48 games, with 26 starts, catching 77 passes for 1,245 yards and 13 touchdowns. As previously noted, the 49ers also claimed receiver Tim Patrick off of waivers from the Ravens. Patrick and Murphy join Pierre Garcon, Marquise Goodwin, Bruce Ellington, DeAndre Smelter, Jeremy Kerley and Trent Taylor among the receiver options.