Greg Auman· Oct 6, 2026
In his Week 4 All-Star column, Auman said 49ers guard Dominick Puni, a 2024 third-round pick, will be paid handsomely in the near future.
“Puni, a 2024 third-rounder, is going to get paid well very soon”
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- Contract CallsDominick PuniOct 6, 2026
Dominick Puni to sign a new deal
“Puni, a 2024 third-rounder, is going to get paid well very soon, and McKivitz just got his extension last year.”
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