Playoff-bound 49ers cut receiver Edwards

The San Francisco 49ers, bound for the NFL playoffs and still chasing a first-round bye, cut veteran receiver Braylon Edwards on Tuesday, the player said on his website. "I was released today by the 49ers due to my injury that required more time to rehab and hasn't allowed me to re-sync with the offense," Edwards said. "I wish the 49ers organization the best of luck during the playoffs." In eight games, Edwards had 15 receptions for 181 yards and no touchdowns. Edwards injured his right knee in a September 18 loss to Dallas. He had surgery and missed four games. San Francisco coach Jim Harbaugh confirmed the move during his local radio show on Tuesday, but declined to discuss it before he had spoken to his players about it.