BEN BARTCH NEWS

49ers sign offensive lineman Ben Bartch to a 1-year contract

The San Francisco 49ers signed offensive lineman Ben Bartch to a one-year contract for 2025 that likely puts him in the mix to compete for the starting job at left guard next seaso...

FEBRUARY 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers re-sign guard Ben Bartch, proactive move to retain potential 2025 starter The San Francisco 49ers re-signed Ben Bartch, a veteran reserve offensive lineman who provided flashes of potential in a brief 2024 audition...

FEBRUARY 24 • SFCHRONICLE.COM

Inks one-year extension The 49ers signed Bartch (ankle) to a one-year contract extension Monday.

Impact Bartch missed the final four games of the 2024 campaign due to an ankle injury which resulted in his placement on IR, but he projects to be fully healthy for the start of offseason activities. If Aaron Banks (knee) departs in free agency, Bartch could get a chance to compete for the starting gig at left guard.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Lions head into NFC title game rematch vs. 49ers seeking top seed more than revenge

Coach Dan Campbell stood at the podium after Detroit blew a 17-point lead to San Francisco in last season’s NFC title game and talked about how that might have been the Lions only...

DECEMBER 26, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Placed on IR Bartch (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bartch will be forced to miss the team's final four games of the regular season with the ankle injury he suffered in Week 14 against the Bears. In his absence, Aaron Banks, Jake Brendel and Dominick Puni will likely handle the starting duties at interior offensive line.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

49ers activate Dre Greenlaw, and Nick Bosa returns after missing 3 games with injuries

The San Francisco 49ers got two key defensive players back with linebacker Dre Greenlaw set to play his first game since tearing his left Achilles tendon in last season’s Super Bow...

DECEMBER 12, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rams visit the 49ers seeking their first season sweep in the series since 2018

The Los Angeles Rams visit the San Francisco 49ers in a key game in the NFC West race

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Deebo Samuel says frustration led to now-deleted social media post about lack of opportunities

The least productive four-game stretch of Deebo Samuel’s career sent the frustrated wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers to social media

DECEMBER 11, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

The 49ers' playoff hopes are still teetering even after get-right game against the Bears

After three straight losses, including back-to-back blowouts, the San Francisco 49ers needed a get-right game

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Extended absence expected Bartch suffered a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's win over the Bears and is slated to go on injured reserve this week, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Bartch's season may be over, as a move to IR would force him to miss the 49ers' final four games of the regular season. In that case, San Francisco would need to find their way into a playoff spot for the 26-year-old to take the field again during this campaign.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

49ers beat the Bears 38-13 to spoil Thomas Brown's coaching debut

Brock Purdy threw two touchdown passes and the San Francisco 49ers bounced back from two blowout losses to beat Chicago 38-13 and spoil interim coach Thomas Brown’s debut for the B...

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Sunday Bartch (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against Chicago, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Impact Bartch injured his ankle in the first quarter of Sunday's game and had to be carted off to the locker room. He's in jeopardy of missing the 49ers following game against the Rams, given it takes place on Thursday, Dec. 12. Spencer Burford will finish Sunday's game at left guard due to Bartch's injury.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves game due to ankle injury Bartch (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Chicago, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Bartch was carted to the locker room after suffering an ankle injury on the 49ers' second offensive drive. Spencer Burford has stepped in at left guard due to Bartch's absence.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to practice Bartch (knee) is expected to return to practice with the 49ers this week, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Bartch has been dealing with knee irritation over the past week, but he's apparently on the cusp of getting over the injury. Bartch is set to operate as the top backup at center behind Jake Brendel in 2024.

AUGUST 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Knee problems this week Bartch has been out this week due to knee irritation but is not expected to miss much time according to head coach Kyle Shanahan, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bartch should be ready to play if needed in Week 1 against the Jets, but this injury is worth noting as it could hold him out of Sunday's preseason matchup against the Saints. The offensive lineman had been playing behind left guard Aaron Banks, but is also a supplementary center if needed.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Happy Birthday to Ben Bartch! San Francisco 49ers offensive lineman Ben Bartch celebrates his birthday on July 22.

JULY 22, 2024 • 49ERS.COM

Let go by Jacksonville The Jaguars waived Bartch on Tuesday,

Impact The move corresponds with the Jaguars trading for Ezra Cleveland (foot) from the Vikings on Tuesday. Bartch will be able to explore his options should he clear waivers.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaguars Left Guard Ben Bartch Is Excited to Be Back for the 2023 Season Jaguars LG Ben Bartch on returning to practice – and possibly playing in Saturday’s 2023 preseason finale against the Miami Dolphins – after...

AUGUST 21, 2023 • JAGUARS.COM

Doug Pederson Updates Jaguars' Injuries, Ben Bartch's Impending Return Ben Bartch could make his return to the game field this week according to Doug Pederson.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Jaguars News: Jacksonville Signs Former LS Carson Tinker, Removes Ben Bartch From PUP The Jaguars got some much-welcomed roster news on Monday morning.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Jaguars Place OL Ben Bartch on PUP List Ahead of Training Camp The fourth-year guard won’t be on hand for the start of training camp next week.

JULY 22, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Roster Moves: Jaguars Place Ben Bartch on PUP List Jacksonville Jaguars News: The official source of the latest Jaguars news, editorials, stats, media and more.

JULY 22, 2023 • JAGUARS.COM

Struggles for Jags' Josh Allen continue in loss to Chiefs

Josh Allen’s streak of games without a sack is nearing the longest drought of his NFL career

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wednesday update: Bartch out for season Jaguars OG Ben Bartch out for rest of 2022 season with knee injury sustained against the Houston Texans this past Sunday

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • JAGUARS.COM

Ben Bartch Out for the Year: 3 Observations on How His Loss Will Impact the Jaguars How much will the loss of Ben Bartch affect what the Jaguars do on offense moving forward?

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM