On a morning where every player set to be cut receives a phone call, the deadline passed without Hayne receiving the bad news, confirminghis spot on the squad.
IT ALWAYS WORKS OUT! I thank GOD for WHAT HE has done and going to do on this incredible journey!! I'm on the 53 MAN ROSTER FOR THE #49ers.
The former rugby league star has made a big impression during the NFL pre-season, combining electrifying punt returns with some solid moments at running back. He ranked third in the NFL pre-season with 163 punt-return yards on nine attempts.
Hayne is expected to function largely as a punt returner for the 49ers during the regular season, while also potentially getting a few handoffs at running back behind the impressive young Carlos Hyde and veteran Reggie Bush.
