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The Detroit Lions bolstered their secondary by signing veteran cornerback Rock Ya-Sin. We spoke with Colts expert Chris Shepherd to break down his strengths, weaknesses, and how he might fit in Detroit’s defense.

NFL News / Side Lion Report / March 21

Rock Ya-Sin offers Lions a seamless upgrade from departing CB

The Detroit Lions are busy retooling their roster in the second wave of free agency, and their early focus has been on bolstering a secondary that struggled down the stretch.

NFL News / Field Level Media / March 20

Report: Lions adding veteran CB Rock Ya-Sin

The Detroit Lions are fortifying their depth at cornerback by agreeing to terms with veteran Rock Ya-Sin, according to NFL Network on Thursday. Ya-Sin, 28, played primarily on special teams in his lone season with the San Francisco 49ers, totaling three tackles in 13 games in 2024.

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Detroit Lions News / Pride of Detroit / March 20

Report: Detroit Lions signing former 2nd-round cornerback

The Detroit Lions are adding veteran cornerback depth with former second-round pick Rock Ya-Sin. The Detroit Lions are reportedly adding some cornerback depth in free agency.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / March 20

Lions adding veteran CB

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San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / March 20

Former 49ers CB Rock Ya-Sin signs with Lions

Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports that the Detroit Lions have reached an agreement with former San Francisco 49ers cornerback Rock Ya-Sin. Ya-Sin (6-0, 195) was selected by the Indianapolis Colts in the second round (No.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Wire / July 25

Rock Ya-Sin messed around with Deebo Samuel and found out

It’s not easy to win a contested catch situation with 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel. New cornerback Rock Ya-Sin, a veteran free agent addition by San Francisco this offseason, found that out the hard way at Thursday’s practice.

San Francisco 49ers News / Niners Nation / April 15, 2024

Rock Ya-Sin’s contract details: The veteran CB will cost just over $1 million for the 49ers

Just a smidge more than a third-round cornerback would have cost The San Francisco 49ers signed cornerback Rock Ya-Sin, who comes with starting experience and won’t have to be brought along as would have been the case with whoever the team selected on Day 2 of the NFL Draft.

NFL News / Niners Wire / April 12, 2024

NFL Twitter reacts to 49ers signing CB Rock Ya-Sin

In the latest wave of free agency, the San Francisco 49ers made another addition to their secondary with the NFL draft looming. On Thursday, the 49ers added veteran corner Rock Ya-Sin to a one-year contract, according to ESPN’s Field Yates.

NFL News / NFL on ClutchPoints / April 12, 2024

49ers add former Colts weapon to help address key defensive issue

As the San Francisco 49ers prepare for the upcoming season, they’re making the necessary roster tweaks needed for another strong campaign. One of their concerns this past year was the secondary rotation, and the team’s most recent move shows that they’re still trying to add depth in that area.

NFL News / Niners Wire / April 12, 2024

Report: 49ers sign veteran CB Rock Ya-Sin to one-year contract

After signing free agent corner Isaac Yiadom from the New Orleans Saints, the San Francisco 49ers made another addition to the secondary with a veteran free agent.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / April 11, 2024

49ers add veteran CB on one-year deal

The 49ers are not stopping at Isaac Yiadom at cornerback this offseason; they are adding another veteran outside cover man to the mix.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 4, 2023

Ravens fill glaring hole, but are they done?

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