49ers released LS Ryan Pontbriand. Pontbriand signed a one-year, $826,000 deal in February, but little or none of it was guaranteed. Brian Jennings will remain the 49ers' deep snapper in '12.

49ers agreed to terms with LS Ryan Pontbriand, formerly of the Browns. Pontbriand long-snapped in Cleveland from 2003 until late season when he was cut loose after an admitted slump. Although he's reuniting with special teams coach Brad Seely, the Niners already have Pro Bowler Brian Jennings under contract through 2014.

Browns waived LS Ryan Pontbriand. In an admitted "slump," Pontbriand misfired a snap against the Bengals after having one ricochet off center Alex Macks's foot two weeks earlier. Both miscues proved costly in tight games.