SaberCats WR Bakari Grant Joins 49ers
December 1, 2010 - Arena Football League (AFL)
San Jose SaberCats News Release
SAN JOSE - The San Jose SaberCats today announced WR Bakari Grant has been placed on league exemption after signing with the San Francisco 49ers.
"We had high hopes for Bakari heading into the 2011 season," said Head Coach Darren Arbet. "His signing with San Francisco shows the level of talent that he possesses and we wish him the best of luck."
Grant (6-4, 195) was added to the San Francisco 49ers practice squad following the promotion of RB DeShawn Wynn and S Chris Maragos to the 53-man roster, Tuesday, November 30, 2010. Grant was originally signed to a two-year contract on May 3, 2010 by San Francisco before being waived on August 29. Grant signed with the SaberCats on September 21.
The ArenaBowl XVI, XVIII and XXI champion, San Jose SaberCats, return to the Arena Football League for their 15th season starting in 2011. The SaberCats began play in 1995, playing their home games at HP Pavilion. Fans and sponsors can go to www.thesanjosesabercats.com or call 408-673-3400 to sign up to receive the latest news and updates about the SaberCats, as well as to pre-register for ticket information. Make sure to follow the SaberCats on Facebook and Twitter for all the latest news on the team.
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