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2 days ago
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San Francisco 49ers Receiver Jauan Jennings Listed As Candidate for Contract Extension
The San Francisco 49ers' 2024 stumble preceded an offseason of turnover. The cap constraints of the Super Bowl window have forced the 49ers' hand. They've lost 17 free agents to new homes and traded receiver Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders. Despite those departures, San Francisco also made its fair share of long-term commitments. Tight end George Kittle and quarterback Brock Purdy recently received significant extensions, the latter being one of the most important moves of the Kyle Shanahan era. On Monday, linebacker Fred Warner became the highest-paid linebacker in the sport. Advertisement Clearly, the team's turnover has not precluded it from keeping core pieces around. As such, one key 49ers contributor is emerging as another extension candidate. Niners Nation recently listed receiver Jauan Jennings as a potential long-term option for San Francisco, and after his breakout 2024 campaign, it's hard not to buy his stock. 'The obvious candidate remaining is slot wide receiver Jauan Jennings, who signed a two-year, $15.4 million extension last offseason,' Rohan Chakravarthi wrote. 'Entering the final year of his deal once again, Jennings could look for a bump in pay ahead of the 2025 season after blowing his career numbers through the roof in 2024.' It goes without saying that in Brandon Aiyuk's absence, Jennings filled his shoes. He logged 77 catches for 975 yards and six scores. He ascended from an unheralded cog in San Francisco's offensive machine to one of the most important players on the roster, pairing his elite blocking with pass-catching nuance. Advertisement Jennings wasn't merely the best receiver on a beaten-down 49ers team. According to nfelo, Jennings generated the 17th-most expected points added among receivers with the 26th-highest target share and 28th-best catch rate over expected. 'Now entering a contract year once again, the 49ers could look to re-ink Jennings on a multi-year deal entering his age-28 season,' Chakravarthi continued. 'The slot wideout is a great fit in San Francisco's offense and would provide the 49ers with a long-term trio of Jennings, Aiyuk, and 2024 first-round pick Ricky Pearsall.' According to Over the Cap, Jennings is the 42nd-highest paid receiver in the sport, by average annual value. With one year of substantial production, he likely wouldn't be overly expensive. San Francisco could realistically help Jennings crack the top 30 at the position without making a real dent in next season's (limited) cap space. Given his importance to the offense and the stability of his role, that's a safe bet to make. Related: 49ers Winners of Brock Purdy Extension Related: Schefter Puts 2 Weird Spins On 49ers' Brock Purdy Signing
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4 days ago
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Christian McCaffrey 'as healthy as can be,' says 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan from OTAs
Perhaps the best news out of San Francisco 49ers ' OTAs is head coach Kyle Shanahan saying running back Christian McCaffrey is "as healthy as can be." McCaffrey, soon to turn 29, was limited to only four games last season due to Achilles tendinitis in both ankles and a right knee injury that prevented him from making any explosive movement or cuts. He rushed for 202 yards with no touchdowns, averaging four yards per carry. Videos from the 49ers' workouts in Santa Clara showed McCaffrey making sharp cuts and showing burst out of them, which had everyone excited that the eight-year veteran is fully recovered and healthy going into the 2025-26 season. McCaffrey is two seasons removed from a career-high and NFL-leading 1,459 yards rushing and 14 TDs, with another 564 yards and seven scores on 67 catches. That earned him NFL Offensive Player of the Year, along with being named first-team All-Pro and his third Pro Bowl honor. He signed a two-year, $38 million extension last June, keeping him under contract through 2027. As could be expected, the 49ers' rushing attack was impacted significantly by McCaffrey's absence. The team ranked 12th in the NFL last season with 2,163 yards and 17 TDs, averaging 4.7 yards per carry. Compare that to 2023, when San Francisco ranked third with 2,389 yards and 27 scores, bolstered by McCaffrey's league-leading total. Jordan Mason was the 49ers' leading rusher last season with 789 yards and was limited by ankle and shoulder injuries. But he signed with the Minnesota Vikings in free agency. That leaves Isaac Guerendo as San Francisco's top returning rusher with 420 yards. Yet he also struggled with knee and ankle issues. McCaffrey looking recovered and healthy should be especially encouraging for the 49ers, as the running back could miss some of training camp while on paternity leave. But that gives Guerendo, fifth-round pick Jordan James and undrafted free agent Corey Kiner opportunities to get some snaps and prepare to make contributions.
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4 days ago
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49ers fans energized by Christian McCaffrey's early return following right knee injury
The post 49ers fans energized by Christian McCaffrey's early return following right knee injury appeared first on ClutchPoints. The San Francisco 49ers looked like a shell of their vaunted, explosive self with the pileup of 2024 injuries. Notably, running back Christian McCaffrey, who established himself as a tone setter since his arrival via a 2022 midseason trade. S.F. fans became energized by the latest McCaffrey sight, though. Advertisement The All-Pro running back is making his comeback from a right knee injury that robbed him of his explosive nature. But a Thursday viral video energized members of the 49ers faithful. The NFC champion RB is showing the famed cut and go ability that turned him into a star in the league. McCaffrey last provided an injury update one month ago. He told ESPN he was 'feeling great.' This video shows promise of being ahead of schedule in his rehab. Granted, the 49ers don't put on pads until training camp. Kyle Shanahan and the coaching staff have to create a plan to prevent McCaffrey from re-injuring himself. So 49ers fans are holding their breaths in looking at 'Run-CMC.' Still, McCaffrey is showing signs that he hasn't lost his footing. Fans react to viral footage of Christian McCaffrey practicing with 49ers Mark Konezny-Imagn Images McCaffrey's appearance during OTAs sparked online reactions. Notably from fans who took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to react. Advertisement 'A healthy Christian McCaffrey changes EVERYTHING for the 49ers offense this season,' said one fan on X. Another fan added on X how McCaffrey 'is able to move, run and cut at full speed. He did individual drills' while in Santa Clara at the 49ers' facility. ESPN 49ers insider Nick Wagoner was on hand to watch McCaffrey run through drills. He provided this report on the returning McCaffrey. Turns out he was one of three 49ers veterans taking part in practice following pivotal injuries. 'RB Christian McCaffrey, TE George Kittle, DE Nick Bosa all did some individual and then worked in to 11 on 11 (which was done without helmets and pads),' Wagoner posted. He added how 'LB Fred Warner was present and watched but did not participate. Did not see LT Trent Williams.' McCaffrey will soon team with new $265 million teammate Brock Purdy. A healthy McCaffrey ignites the offense and lifts the 49ers' playoff chances.
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4 days ago
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Pearsall out for remainder of 49ers' 2025 offseason program
Pearsall out for remainder of 49ers' 2025 offseason program originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area SANTA CLARA — Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall is currently sidelined during the 49ers' offseason program with a hamstring injury. Advertisement Pearsall, the No. 31 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has been in attendance on a daily basis at the 49ers' practice facility. But he is currently not able to practice, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said. 'Ricky's here. Ricky's been awesome,' Shanahan said. 'But Ricky has a tweaked hamstring, so I'd be surprised if he does anything in OTAs.' The 49ers' mandatory minicamp is scheduled for June 10 and 11. Pearsall is not expected to take part in the team's minicamp, either. 'By the time you get to minicamp, there's just two days left in school,' Shanahan said. 'Probably won't just throw him out there.' Advertisement Pearsall sustained a shoulder subluxation during the 49ers' offseason program last year. He missed the first few days of training camp due to a hamstring injury as a rookie. Pearsall sustained another left shoulder injury that kept him sidelined for three weeks of practices. After Pearsall returned to practice, he was the victim of a shooting incident that kept him out of action for the first six games of the season. He ended up appearing in 11 games as a rookie. Pearsall caught 31 passes for 400 yards and three touchdowns. Pearsall finished the season on a high note. He had 14 catches for 210 yards and two touchdowns in the 49ers' Week 17 and 18 games against Detroit and Arizona. Download and follow the 49ers Talk Podcast
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4 days ago
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Christian McCaffrey 'as healthy as can be,' says 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan from OTAs
Perhaps the best news out of San Francisco 49ers' OTAs is head coach Kyle Shanahan saying running back Christian McCaffrey is "as healthy as can be." McCaffrey, soon to turn 29, was limited to only four games last season due to Achilles tendinitis in both ankles and a right knee injury that prevented him from making any explosive movement or cuts. He rushed for 202 yards with no touchdowns, averaging four yards per carry. Advertisement Videos from the 49ers' workouts in Santa Clara showed McCaffrey making sharp cuts and showing burst out of them, which had everyone excited that the eight-year veteran is fully recovered and healthy going into the 2025-26 season. McCaffrey is two seasons removed from a career-high and NFL-leading 1,459 yards rushing and 14 TDs, with another 564 yards and seven scores on 67 catches. That earned him NFL Offensive Player of the Year, along with being named first-team All-Pro and his third Pro Bowl honor. He signed a two-year, $38 million extension last June, keeping him under contract through 2027. As could be expected, the 49ers' rushing attack was impacted significantly by McCaffrey's absence. The team ranked 12th in the NFL last season with 2,163 yards and 17 TDs, averaging 4.7 yards per carry. Compare that to 2023, when San Francisco ranked third with 2,389 yards and 27 scores, bolstered by McCaffrey's league-leading total. Advertisement Jordan Mason was the 49ers' leading rusher last season with 789 yards and was limited by ankle and shoulder injuries. But he signed with the Minnesota Vikings in free agency. That leaves Isaac Guerendo as San Francisco's top returning rusher with 420 yards. Yet he also struggled with knee and ankle issues. McCaffrey looking recovered and healthy should be especially encouraging for the 49ers, as the running back could miss some of training camp while on paternity leave. But that gives Guerendo, fifth-round pick Jordan James and undrafted free agent Corey Kiner opportunities to get some snaps and prepare to make contributions.
