rest - http://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/2...n-zane-beadlesSANTA CLARA, Calif. -- After losing his starting job to Laken Tomlinson before last season, offensive lineman Zane Beadles lost his backup job on the San Francisco 49ers on Monday.
The Niners announced Monday that they released Beadles after he spent two seasons with the team. General manager John Lynch indicated that the 49ers let Beadles go now so he can maximize his opportunity to find another job. If not, the Niners could bring Beadles back later on if a need arises.
"Zane is a consummate professional and has represented our organization with exceptional class," Lynch said. "He is an unselfish guy who stepped up in a big way for our team last year, and we can't thank him enough for all his contributions to the organization and our community. Zane is just the kind of player and person we would always be open to welcoming back down the road, but releasing him now provides ample opportunity to find the right situation with his next team. We wish him and his family all the best as he moves forward in his career."