49ers depth chart: Searching to solidify depth at tight end

The 49ers’ roster is very top heavy at tight end. Improving that group could key a new wrinkle in head coach Kyle Shanahan’s offense.

2. Ross Dwelley

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Dwelley settled in nicely as the No. 2 tight end last year, and earned a couple starts while Kittle missed time with knee and ankle injuries. The former undrafted free agent is a versatile blocker who can line up at multiple spots, and play fullback when Kyle Juszczyk is unavailable. While he only averaged 6.1 yards per reception on 15 catches, he did punch in two touchdowns in a Week 11 win over the Cardinals. Dwelley doesn’t offer a ton as a pass catcher, which is perhaps the only thing keeping him from locking up the No. 2 TE spot.