Ross Dwelley

TE

#82

Experience: 8 years

Height: 6-5

Age: 31

Weight: 235 lbs

College: San Diego

2025 SEASON

REC
2
YDS
7
AVG
3.5
TDS
0

Biography

Became a free agent on March 15, 2022

Golden Nuggets

Dwelley became the seventh player (WR Jamal Agnew, DE Eric Bakhtiari, WR Michael Gasperson, QB Josh Johnson, WR Matt Maslowski, WR John Matthews) from the University of San Diego to make an NFL roster, and the fourth to suit up for the 49ers.
Dwelley graduated from San Diego with a degree in industrial systems engineering. "I've always had a fascination with space." Dwelley said. "My education is definitely important to me. I'm really proud of graduating."

Golden Nuggets

Dwelley became the seventh player (WR Jamal Agnew, DE Eric Bakhtiari, WR Michael Gasperson, QB Josh Johnson, WR Matt Maslowski, WR John Matthews) from the University of San Diego to make an NFL roster, and the fourth to suit up for the 49ers.
Dwelley graduated from San Diego with a degree in industrial systems engineering. "I've always had a fascination with space." Dwelley said. "My education is definitely important to me. I'm really proud of graduating."

Goldmine

NFL players had the opportunity to participate in the NFL's annual My Cause, My Cleats campaign during Week 14 of the 2019 season. Dwelley and his teammates represented their respective causes with custom-designed cleats in an effort to raise awareness and funding. Dwelley chose the Autism Tree Project Foundation and said, "I play for Autism awareness."
NFL players had the opportunity to participate in the NFL's annual My Cause, My Cleats campaign during Week 14 of the 2019 season. Dwelley and his teammates represented their respective causes with custom-designed cleats in an effort to raise awareness and funding. Dwelley chose the Autism Tree Project Foundation and said, "I play for Autism awareness."
Fellow TE George Kittle partnered with the Jessie Rees Foundation to pass out JoyJars filled with toys and games at a local children's hospital. Dwelley attended the event and was joined by several of his teammates including, TE Garrett Celek, TE Daniel Helm, QB Nick Mullens and LB Fred Warner who helped him spread holiday cheer and lift the spirits of everyone they met.
On November 26th, 2019, the 49ers teamed up with Martha's Kitchen of San Jose to serve Thanksgiving dinner to over 300 people in need. Members of the team served food, bussed tables and refilled beverages. The team also provided toiletries and giveaways to all those in attendance.
The 49ers hosted a flag football clinic for local first responders and their children at the team facility in October of 2018. Dwelley and his teammates taught the children the fundamentals of the game before hitting the field for drills and games. The 100-plus guests also had the opportunity to try on equipment and participate in a photoshoot.
The 49ers worked alongside the humanitarian-relief organization Convoy of Hope in December of 2018, and hosted 1,500 guests in-need from Bay Area nonprofits and schools at Levi's® Stadium for a free holiday resource fair. Dwelley and his 49ers teammates distributed groceries, toys, books, shoes and other holiday offerings to the guests. The attendees also received haircuts, utilized health resources and took family portraits or professional headshots.
Dwelley and his fellow rookies participated in the annual 49ers Mentorship Academy in September of 2018. The Mentorship Academy, partnering with USA Football, is a three-step program designed to provide high school football players with the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to succeed and be leaders on and off the field. The rookie class invited the high schoolers to the team facility, where they shared opinions and lessons over a meal and fun competitions.

WK	OPP	RESULT	REC	YDS	AVG	LNG	TD
3	@Ravens	W 38 - 30
4	Browns	W 34 - 10
5	@Bengals	W 37 - 24
6	@Chiefs	L 17 - 30
7	Buccaneers	W 24 - 9
9	Vikings	L 24 - 27
10	@Commanders	W 44 - 22	0	0		0	0
11	@Eagles	L 9 - 16
12	Giants	W 34 - 27
13	Packers	L 24 - 31	1	3	3	3	0
14	Cowboys	W 44 - 30	1	4	4	4	0

Career Stats

WRTE Career

SEASON	TEAM	G	GS	REC	YDS	AVG	LNG	TD	ATT	YDS	AVG	LNG	TD	FUM	LOST
2018	San Francisco 49ers	11	0	2	14	7	8	0
2019	San Francisco 49ers	16	6	15	91	6.1	25	2
2020	San Francisco 49ers	16	9	19	245	12.9	36	1
2021	San Francisco 49ers	17	2	4	51	12.8	21	1
2022	San Francisco 49ers	12	0	3	105	35	56	1						0	0
2023	San Francisco 49ers	12	0	1	12	12	12	0
2024	Atlanta Falcons	17	0	1	5	5	5	0
2025	Detroit Lions	11	1	2	7	3.5	4	0
TOTAL		112	18	47	530	11.8	56	5	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

Latest Videos

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Trey Lance Connects with Ross Dwelly for a Nine-Yard Touchdown

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance found tight end Ross Dwelly deep for a touchdown.

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49ers Players Volunteer at Humane Society Silicon Valley 🐶

49ers players supported Humane Society Silicon Valley by intaking dogs from a rescue run, socializing animals who have been struggling to find a home and stocking the pet pantry.

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Jimmy Garoppolo Locates Wide-Open Ross Dwelley for 56-Yard Gain

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Ross Dwelley Atrapa un Pase de TD de 38 Yardas de Jimmy Garoppolo

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Ross Dwelley Catches for a 38-Yard TD Pass from Jimmy Garoppolo

Quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo connected with tight end Ross Dwelley for a 49ers touchdown.

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Brock Purdy Slings 30-Yard Pass to Ross Dwelley

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy threw a 30-yard pass up the seam to tight end Ross Dwelley.

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Moore, Dwelley, Banks Review Competitive Practices in Week 2 of #49ersCamp

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Mic'd Up: Kyle Juszczyk and Ross Dwelley Battle the Elements on National Tight Ends Day

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Ross Dwelley Muscles His Way into the End Zone for a 49ers TD

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Top Plays from the 49ers First Block of Training Camp Practices

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Ross Dwelley Talks 'Growth Mindset' in Year 4

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Intel True View: Nick Mullens Connects with Ross Dwelley for 36 Yards

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Nick Mullens Hits Ross Dwelley for a 36-yard Gain

Mullens found tight end Dwelley for 36 yards up the seam.

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Full Highlights: 49ers at Seahawks

Watch the top plays from the 49ers Week 8 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.

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Nick Mullens Hits Ross Dwelley for a 16-yard Touchdown

Mullens connected with Dwelley for a fourth quarter touchdown in the Week 8 matchup against the Seahawks.

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Top Plays from the 49ers 36-9 Victory Over the Giants

Watch the highlights from San Francisco's 36-9 victory over the New York Giants in Week 3.

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Top Throws from Nick Mullens' Week 3 Performance vs. Giants

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Nick Mullens Connects with Ross Dwelley Over the Middle for 20 Yards

Mullens and Dwelley link up for a 20-yard gain.

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Ross Dwelley Talks Challenges of Practicing Against 49ers Defense

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