Robert Beal: Everything you need to know

Beal signed a one-year contract with the Dolphins on Thursday. Beal was drafted by the 49ers in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft and spent the first three years of his professional career with San Francisco. He mostly served in a rotational role on the Niners' defensive line last year while also contributing on special teams. Beal was limited to just seven regular-season games due to a groin injury and concussion, finishing with 14 tackles (three solo). He'll get a fresh start in Miami and look to earn a bigger role for himself on defense.

Beal (concussion) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game at Cleveland, Noah Furtado of the San Francisco Chronicle reports. Beal sat out Week 12 versus the Panthers as he recovered from a concussion he sustained in Week 11 at Arizona, but it looks like he's on track to return in Week 13. With Sam Okuayinonu listed as out with an ankle injury, Beal could be in line for an expanded role on the edge Sunday.

Beal (concussion) logged a full practice Wednesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports. Beal was sidelined for Monday's win against the Panthers due to a concussion. His return to a full practice is a good sign, but it's unclear if he has cleared the league's concussion protocol -- a requirement for him to be active for a Week 13 matchup against the Browns.