San Francisco 49ers cut Chris Cook ahead of new season

The San Francisco 49ers have released cornerback Chris Cook just before his second season with the team.

Cook joined the California-based side from the Minnesota Vikings, but he failed to start any games last year.

Despite a hamstring injury ending his campaign early, Cook was handed a one-year deal in March.

However, he has been cut before the new season starts and will now search for a new club.

Cook has started just 29 games in his five-year NFL season.