Report: Free agent RB, C work out for 49ers

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With 49ers running backs Carlos Hyde and Reggie Bush dealing with injuries and two rookies serving as back-ups, the team reportedly brought in a veteran free agent running back for a workout Monday.

According to Pro Football Talk, longtime Saints running back Pierre Thomas tried out for the 49ers.

Thomas spent his entire eight-year NFL career in New Orleans, where he played in 105 games and rushed for 3,745 yards and 28 touchdowns.

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Last season, the 30-year-old carried the ball just 45 times for 222 yards and two touchdowns.

Additionally, the 49ers also worked out center Samson Satele.

The 30-year-old Satele has played eight seasons in the NFL for the Dolphins, Raiders and Colts.

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