Mexican offensive lineman Isaac Alarcón renewed his contract with the San Francisco 49ers for the 2025 season on a reserve/future contract, according to the team and sports media. This signing allows him to participate in offseason workouts and preseason camp in hopes of earning a spot on the active roster.
Alarcón entered the NFL in 2020 through the International Player Pathway program, starting with the Dallas Cowboys, where he remained on the practice squad for several seasons. In 2024, the 49ers signed him to their practice squad, and for 2025 decided to continue him on a reserve/future contract.
Faces sanction but remains in the plans
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However, his return comes with a sanction.
The NFL imposed a six-game suspension for violating the banned substance policy, which will prevent him from participating in the first regular season games.
During this period, Isaac Alarcón will not be activated but will be able to continue with off-season and pre-season activities.
Despite the suspension, Alarcón remains in the team’s plans and is listed on the depth chart as one of the right tackles behind players such as Colton McKivitz and Austen Pleasants.
He has yet to debut in a regular season game, but his track record is already distinguished:
He is the Mexican with the most seasons in the NFL, something that deepens his relevance as a reference for Latin American players.
An example of perseverance and inspiration
In 2024, the 49ers signed him to their practice squad
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For Hispanic readers living in the U.S., Isaac Alarcón’s story has special value:
It depicts how an athlete originally from Mexico struggles to remain among the sporting elite in his adopted country, facing obstacles such as sanctions and internal competition.
It also serves as an inspiration for young people who wish to enter the NFL via international programs such as the International Player Pathway.
The 2025 season will be decisive for Alarcón.
If he can avoid mistakes and take advantage of his opportunity in training, he could break the barrier and appear on the active roster.
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