Chris Harper WR FA Sat 9/2/17 12:26 AM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper was cut by the Jets on Friday, Connor Hughes of NJAM reports.
EDGE Analysis
Harper was unable to find a niche in the passing game this summer. He'll be free to sign elsewhere if he clears waivers.
Chris Harper WR FA Tue 5/30/17 3:11 PM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper signed a contract with the Jets on Tuesday, Ethan Greenberg of the Jets' official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
Harper was released by the 49ers at the beginning of the month after one season with the team. In nine games with the 49ers, the 23-year-old recorded 13 receptions for 133 yards. He'll now a chance to compete with a whole host of wideouts vying for spots behind starters Eric Decker and Quincy Enunwa.
Chris Harper WR FA Tue 5/2/17 8:35 PM
Chris Harper
WR FA
The 49ers released Harper on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Harper joined the 49ers in the 2016 offseason after spending his rookie season with the Patriots. He was released by the team in September before ultimately being resigned. The California product recorded 133 yards on 13 receptions in nine games with the team.
Chris Harper WR FA Mon 1/2/17 12:36 AM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper caught all three balls thrown his way for 25 yards in a 25-23 loss to Seattle on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Harper finished second in wide receiver targets and receptions Sunday. Despite getting some run in the second half of the season, the rookie wideout failed to make an impact in the fantasy game, finishing the season with 13 catches for 133 yards. The 49ers are devoid of talent at the wide receiver position, so the team may opt to bring him back for the 2017 season, but he would have to battle for a roster spot during training camp if they do.
Chris Harper WR FA Mon 12/19/16 3:44 AM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper hauled in all three of his targets for 26 yards Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Harper got some run with Torrey Smith (concussion) sidelined, but still wasn't able to produce a notable fantasy performance. It is unclear if Smith will be ready for next week's game against the Rams and Quinton Patton's (foot) status is also in question. If both veteran wideouts sit, Harper could find himself in the starting lineup Saturday. That said, all starting wideouts for San Francisco this season have been held back by mediocre quarterback play.
Chris Harper WR FA Mon 12/12/16 2:40 PM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper caught one ball for eight yards, but was targeted five times in Sunday's loss to the Jets.
EDGE Analysis
Harper was recently promoted from the practice squad and he may be asked to take on an expanded role after Torrey Smith was carted off the field due to a concussion. The five targets indicate that Harper would be the next man up should Smith be unable to suit up against the Falcons next week. Even with a larger role, it would be tough to recommend the unproven wideout.
Chris Harper WR FA Sun 12/11/16 3:57 PM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper caught one pass (on two targets) for six yards in Week 13's loss to Chicago.
EDGE Analysis
Harper caught one of the five completions San Francisco quarterbacks made in the game, so no one had a strong fantasy game from a receiving standpoint. Prior to Week 13's disastrous outing, Harper had shown some big-play ability with 67 yards on four receptions over his previous two games. With how poor the 49ers' receivers have been this season, it wouldn't be crazy to think the club gives him a longer look in the final weeks of the season. That being said, we wouldn't recommend him until heavy usage is shown on a consistent basis.
Chris Harper WR FA Tue 9/13/16 4:28 PM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper was released by the 49ers on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
Harper was released in order to make room for DuJuan Harris, who the team signed on Tuesday. The 22-year-old was moved to the active roster earlier in the week but will now look to find his way onto a new roster.
Chris Harper WR FA Mon 9/12/16 9:25 PM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper was promoted to the 49ers' active roster on Monday,
EDGE Analysis
Going undrafted in the 2015 draft, Harper ended up playing in five games with the Patriots last season. They ultimately released him leading to Harper signing with the 49ers' practice squad earlier this month. The team subsequently released running back DuJuan Harris to make room for Harper.
Chris Harper WR FA Mon 1/11/16 2:46 PM
Chris Harper
WR FA
Harper finished the 2015 regular season with one catch for six yards for the Patriots.
EDGE Analysis
Harper saw just 67 snaps on on offense for the Patriots this past season, but he remains under contract with the team in 2016 and could push for more snaps as a depth wideout for New England next year.