Wide receiver Brandon Lloyd has been linked to the Patriots in free agency, but it doesn't look like anything is imminent. ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter reported early Wednesday morning that Lloyd is expected to visit the 49ers.

In addition to Lloyd, the 49ers will also host free-agent receiver Chaz Schilens (Raiders), according to Schefter.

Tuesday was a day dominated by receivers in free agency, with a flurry of moves leaving Lloyd as one of the remaining top options left on the market. The best scenario for the Patriots, assuming they truly are interested in signing Lloyd, was that another suitor didn't surface to up the price.

But Lloyd's expected visit to San Francisco now alters the picture.