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USA Today
8 hours ago
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- USA Today
1 49ers draft pick unsigned as rookies report to training camp
It's been a long offseason, but NFL teams are back in the building this week for the start of training camp, and for the San Francisco 49ers, they welcomed their rookies to their SAP Performance Facility next to Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Tuesday. While the 49ers are ready to fully kick off camp when veterans arrive Tuesday, July 22, they still have some business to take care of, including rookie defensive lineman Alfred Collins' contract. Entering training camp, Collins is the team's lone unsigned draft pick of their 11-player class, but following a fascinating trend around the league, he's one of 30 second-round picks in the 2025 NFL draft that have yet to put pen to paper. Collins, 23, was a five-star recruit out of Cedar Creek High School in Cedar Creek, Texas, before committing to the University of Texas ahead of the 2020 season. In five years with the Longhorns, he appeared in 64 games, recording 141 tackles (18 for a loss), 12 passes defensed, seven sacks, two forced fumbles and an interception. He also earned All-SEC and All-American honors in 2024. At this point, Collins isn't considered a holdout, considering he's not under contract. However, when he does eventually sign, he'll be competing for a top spot in the interior of San Francisco's defensive line along with veterans Jordan Elliott and Kevin Givens and 2025 fourth-round pick C.J. West. Missing time in training camp could keep him from taking on an important role, especially early in the season. If the 49ers are looking to get Collins locked in sooner rather than later, they should be offering more guaranteed money, as that seems to be the holdup for these second-round rookie deals. The only second-round picks from the 2025 NFL draft to sign their deals thus far are Houston Texans wide receiver and Cleveland Browns linebacker Carson Schwesinger, who both received fully guaranteed entry-level contracts earlier this offseason. More 49ers: Second-year 49ers WR identified as a breakout candidate ahead of 2025 season
Yahoo
12 hours ago
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- Yahoo
5 best Jauan Jennings trade landing spots before training camp
This offseason saw the San Francisco 49ers trade Deebo Samuel after the one-time All-Pro wideout requested a move to another team. Now, it's Jauan Jennings' turn after a career year. According to ESPN's NFL expert Adam Schefter, Jennings is seeking either a new contract from the 49ers or a trade to a different team before the season kicks off. While Jennings was nothing more than a role player throughout the first four years of his career, last season saw him record 975 yards and six touchdowns. Advertisement With his trade value at an all-time high, perhaps the 49ers will consider trading the 28-year-old wideout, especially considering they already gave him a new contract extension last season. Of course, that was before his big breakout year. Jennings is set to have a cap hit of $4.25 million this season, in the final year of his contract. Yet, Spotrac suggests Jennings' true market value is worth a two-year contract equal to $20 million in total earnings. If the 49ers do wish to capitalize on Jennings' newfound trade value, let's take a look at some of the best landing spots for the breakout receiver. Related: Ranking NFL coaches on the hot seat likeliest to be fired in 2025, led by Brian Daboll New Orleans Saints Credit: Stephen Lew-Imagn Images Like another team on this list, the New Orleans Saints still don't know who their starting quarterback will be. But how can you fairly evaluate the most important position in football without providing him with an abundance of skilled pass-catchers? The bottom line is this team needs more help than Chris Olave, especially considering he only made it through eight games last season. Advertisement New York Jets Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images The New York Jets started over this offseason. Now they're ready to move forward with Justin Fields, but have they provided enough weapons for their new dual-threat quarterback? Garrett Wilson is a bonafide No. 1 wideout, but Jennings would give them a legitimate No. 2 receiver. Cleveland Browns Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images The Cleveland Browns don't know who their quarterback will be this season, but they're also still working to line up their receiving corps after Jerry Jeudy. Cedric Tillman, the team's third-round pick from 2023, figures to have a big role, but adding Jennings could be the missing piece that helps this group of quarterbacks find a moderate level of success. Advertisement Related: Cleveland Browns QB 'developing strong on-field rapport' with top receiver Las Vegas Raiders Credit: Candice Ward-Imagn Images Now armed with a Pro Bowl quarterback, the Las Vegas Raiders may not have enough talented pass-catchers to match. Sure, Brock Bowers is a superstar, but the rest of the group is largely unproven. Meanwhile, Jennings would give them a talented route-runner who hauled in an impressive 68.1% of his targets last season, good for 33rd among wide receivers. Related: Tom Brady reportedly said no to Las Vegas Raiders adding this Pro Bowl QB Pittsburgh Steelers Credit: Philip G. Pavely-Imagn Images The Pittsburgh Steelers have already admitted to hunting for a secondary option after acquiring DK Metcalf and trading George Pickens. They may be hesitant to part with more valuable draft capital, but adding Jennings shouldn't cost anything more than a fourth or fifth-round pick, at best. Plus, with Aaron Rodgers in town, the Steelers need to surround him with as many weapons as possible. Advertisement Related: Pittsburgh Steelers gauging T.J. Watt's trade value ahead of training camp Related Headlines
USA Today
13 hours ago
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- USA Today
Examining 49ers contract incentives for 2025 NFL season
The San Francisco 49ers are set to start their 2025 training camp at their SAP Performance Facility next to Levi's Stadium with rookies reporting Tuesday, July 15 and veterans arriving a week later on July 22. This year, the 49ers will be looking to improve on their disappointing results in 2024, when they finished with a 6-11 record and in last place in their division. While they're hoping to win as many games as possible in pursuit of a Lombardi Trophy, there are several players who have contract incentives that they can earn throughout the year by completing specific tasks. Let's take a look at who those players are, and what they need to do to make some extra money in 2025. EDGE Bryce Huff The 49ers traded for Huff this offseason from the Philadelphia Eagles with the hopes that he'd play a pivotal role on the edge along with Nick Bosa and first-round pick Mykel Williams. He's never recorded more than 10 sacks in a season (2023 with the New York Jets) and has never made the Pro Bowl or earned All-Pro honors, so these incentives will be difficult to reach. OL Jake Brendel Brendel is entering his sixth season with San Francisco and his fourth as a starter. He's played at least 96% of the snaps in each of the last three seasons, so as long as he stays healthy, he should reach those markers, but he's yet to make a Pro Bowl. TE Luke Farrell The 49ers signed Farrell this offseason after he spent the last four years with the Jacksonville Jaguars. He's predicted to serve as their second tight end behind George Kittle. San Francisco only used multiple tight ends on 12.3% of their plays last season, so Kittle will probably have to miss time or Kyle Shanahan will have to change things up for Farrell to cash in. QB Mac Jones Jones joins the 49ers after spending the 2024 season with the Jaguars as well. He'll only make money if Brock Purdy goes down, and the team still does well. After watching Jones the last few years, it's hard to envision that happening, but maybe finally pairing him with Shanahan leads to better results. WR Demarcus Robinson Robinson signed with San Francisco this offseason after playing for the Los Angeles Rams the last two seasons. He's recorded at least 55 receptions four times in his career (2019 and 2020 with the Kansas City Chiefs, 2022 with the Baltimore Ravens and 2024 with the Rams). He's never caught more than seven touchdowns in a season. This year, he could be asked to be a top option for the 49ers to start the season with Brandon Aiyuk rehabbing a torn ACL that ended his 2024 season in Week 7. FB Kyle Juszczyk Juszczyk is returning the 49ers for his ninth season with the team. He's made the Pro Bowl every year in San Francisco thus far, so as long as he's healthy, he should earn this incentive as one of the top fullbacks in the game. DB George Odum Odum is entering his fourth season in San Francisco after spending his first four with the Indianapolis Colts. He's served as a depth safety and core special teamer for most of his time with the 49ers, never playing more than 13% of their defensive snaps. However, with Talanoa Hufanga, Tashaun Gipson and Demetrius Flannigan-Fowles all leaving this offseason, he's one of the most experienced safeties in the room. DL Jordan Elliott Elliott is set to play in his second season with the 49ers after beginning his professional career with the Cleveland Browns. At this point, he's listed as a starting defensive lineman but could end up losing some playing time to rookies Alfred Collins and C.J. West. He's played over 50% of the defensive snaps just once in his career (2022 with the Browns) and 2.5 sacks (2023 with the Browns) is his career high. OL Colton McKivitz McKivitz is starting his sixth year with the 49ers and is expected to be the starting right tackle in 2025. He's played over 85% of the snaps in each of the last two seasons. He's never made a Pro Bowl. DB Siran Neal The 49ers signed Neal after he played 17 games for the Dolphins last seasons and 97 for the Buffalo Bills from 2018-23. He's yet to make a Pro Bowl, but he's one of the league's better gunners. DB Richie Grant Grant spent his first four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons before signing a one-year deal with San Francisco in March. He's played over 30% of the defensive snaps twice in his career (2022 and 2023), and with the changes at safety and Malik Mustapha expected to miss the start of the 2025 season, he could see an up-tick in playtime early. More 49ers: 49ers shaky WR depth chart makes decision to keep or trade Jauan Jennings a no-brainer
USA Today
14 hours ago
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- USA Today
Around the NFC West: 49ers WR Jauan Jennings wants new deal or trade
The San Francisco 49ers project to be one of the Seattle Seahawks' main adversaries in the NFC West this season. The rivalry between the Seahawks and 49ers has increased in recent seasons. If there's an area of weakness on San Francisco's roster that Seattle could exploit, it's at wide receiver. The 49ers traded Deebo Samuel to the Washington Commanders earlier this offseason. No. 1 receiver Brandon Aiyuk is still recovering from a season-ending torn ACL and MCL suffered in October. The 49ers may be overly reliant on sophomore receiver Ricky Pearsall to take a big step forward this year. Veteran Jauan Jennings may be the 49ers' most reliable receiver heading into Week 1. Well, it appears that Jennings knows he possesses some leverage. The consistent pass catcher wants a new contract or a trade, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Jennings is currently slated to enter the final season of a two-year, $15.4 million contract he signed in 2024. He's scheduled to earn $7.5 million this year. After signing the contract last offseason, Jennings produced a career-best campaign, recording 77 receptions for 975 yards and six touchdowns. He's asking for a pay raise or a trade. It's been a tumultuous offseason in San Francisco. You hate to see it!
San Francisco Chronicle
16 hours ago
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- San Francisco Chronicle
49ers WR Jauan Jennings wants extension or trade, says league source
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings is looking for an extension or a trade, according to a league source. Jennings, 28, is set to make $7.5 million in the final year of his existing contract. With Brandon Aiyuk still rehabbing an ACL and MCL tear in his right knee that he suffered in October and likely to be listed on the reserve/physically unable to perform list at the start of the season, Jennings is expected to be the team's top receiver. In 15 games and 10 starts, Jennings made 77 catches for 975 yards and six touchdowns in a breakout 2024 campaign that followed three prior seasons in which he started only seven games combined and accrued no more than 416 receiving yards in any season. Jennings signed a two-year, $15.39 million contract extension last offseason. If an agreement is not reached by the time veterans are required to report to training camp next Tuesday, he intends to request a trade. He is not expected to be a camp holdout. When Jennings finished merely 25 yards shy of a 1,000-yard season in his first extended playing time, his market value has inevitably surged, setting the stage for his attempt to capitalize on such leverage with Aiyuk's timeline still in limbo. Jennings is atop the depth chart for a receiving corps staffed largely by unproven wideouts, including 2024 first-round pick Ricky Pearsall, 2025 fourth-round pick Jordan Watkins and second-year return specialist Jacob Cowing, among others. Demarcus Robinson, a veteran receiver the 49ers signed in the offseason, received a sentence of three years' probation for misdemeanor DUI charge and could be suspended by the NFL.
