Jordan Mason's future with the San Francisco 49ers faces uncertainty as he enters the 2025 offseason as a restricted free agent. The 49ers hold the power to retain him under specific contract terms. They can choose from various tender offers, including a first-round tender at $7 million, a second-round tender for just over $5 million, or a right of first refusal tender at approximately $3 million. However, given that only 26 running backs in the NFL earned over $3 million last season, it seems unlikely that Mason will draw significant outside interest that would warrant such a high tender.

Despite his contributions when healthy, the Niners may not find it financially prudent to retain Mason, especially with other contracts looming, including Brock Purdy’s. The organization's strategy suggests they might look for similar talent through the draft or undrafted free agents, given the relative ease of replacing running backs in today’s NFL. This tough decision highlights the balance between sentiment and business in roster management.