US Edition49ers Head to Seattle for Season Opener Against NFC West Rival Seahawks
Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Jauan Jennings will play despite limited practice and an expiring contract; Jennings missed five weeks due to injury and contract issues, Shanahan said.
- The San Francisco 49ers held their first regular season practice on Wednesday, with Jauan Jennings limited but expected to play Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks.
- Jennings missed five weeks due to a calf injury and ongoing contract negotiations, including a prior trade request he made to the team.
- The 49ers enhanced Jennings' contract by including $3 million worth of performance-based incentives, increasing his potential earnings to $10.5 million for the season.
- Coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that the player is in good condition to participate in football activities and expressed optimism that this status will be maintained, while also highlighting the team's interest in retaining Jennings and McKivitz as they approach contract negotiations.
- Jennings' performance this season could lead to a long-term deal or signing with another team, giving the 49ers flexibility based on his production.
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49ers head to Seattle for season opener against NFC West rival Seahawks
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Top 5 takeaways from 49ers’ Kyle Shanahan ahead of season opener in Seattle: Jennings to play
SANTA CLARA — As Kyle Shanahan dives into his ninth season as the 49ers’ coach, here are the top takeaways from his Wednesday press conference ahead of Sunday’s season opener in Seattle: 1. JAUAN JENNINGS’ AVAILABILITY Wide receiver Jauan Jennings will play Sunday, even though he’ll be limited Wednesday and just returned to practice Monday. He was out for the previous five weeks, a hiatus stemming from a calf issue and/or a contract dispute. “He…
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