# Khalid Kareem

NFL edge defender. Position: **DE**. Team: **San Francisco 49ers**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** DE (Defensive End)
- **Team:** San Francisco 49ers
- **Background:** Veteran edge with prior experience in Atlanta's system

## 2026 Outlook

Khalid Kareem was signed by the 49ers on September 4-5, 2026, after defensive end Sam Okuayinonu suffered a foot injury that prevented him from traveling with the team to Australia for the Week 1 opener against the Rams. Kareem played six games with the Falcons under defensive coordinator Raheem Morris (2024-2025), so the two have familiarity. The 49ers expect Kareem to integrate quickly into Morris's defensive scheme for the season opener. (per Minor NFL Transactions: 9/4/26 - profootballrumors.com)

## Role / Depth Chart

Depth edge defender in 49ers rotation, brought in after Okuayinonu's foot injury.

## Injury Status

Healthy.

## Recent News

- 2026-09-05 — Signed by 49ers after Okuayinonu's foot injury; replacing him for Week 1 opener in Australia (Minor NFL Transactions: 9/4/26 - profootballrumors.com)

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