The San Francisco 49ers' efforts in the opening wave of free agency were defined largely by picking up wide receiver Mike Evans, trading for defensive tackle Osa Osa Odighizuwa and reuniting with linebacker Dre Greenlaw.
So, it's easy to understand why signing former Green Bay Packers cornerback Nate Hobbs largely went unnoticed by the fanbase.
Perhaps it shouldn't, though.
Fox Sports' Jordan Schultz reported the one-year deal, worth up to $4.5 million, late Thursday. And Pro Football Focus was quick to point out how effective the 26 year old was at defending against the run:
The 49ers are signing CB Nate Hobbs to a 1-year contract, per @Schultz_Report
One of the best run defending corners in football since entering the league ud83dudd12 pic.