Several NFL Teams Eye 49ers WR Jauan Jennings Amid Contract Standoff
Hey everyone, let’s talk about what’s becoming one of the hottest storylines in the NFL this week — the situation brewing between wide receiver Jauan Jennings and the San Francisco 49ers. If you’ve been keeping an eye on NBC Sports Bay Area, you probably caught wind of the report that several teams have reached out to the Niners regarding Jennings’ availability — and it’s all centered around his current contract situation.
Here’s what we know: Jennings, who’s coming off a breakout 2024 season, has reportedly given the 49ers an ultimatum — either offer him a new contract or trade him. This was first reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, and since then, things have been heating up quickly. The 28-year-old receiver is clearly looking for a long-term deal, and he’s not staying quiet about it.
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Now, this isn’t just a player trying to cash in after a decent year. Jennings had a stellar 2024 — 77 receptions, 975 yards, and six touchdowns — stepping up in a big way for the Niners and emerging as a true top target. He’s heading into his fifth NFL season, and his current deal — a two-year, $15.4 million contract with $10.5 million guaranteed — runs through 2025. But it’s clear Jennings feels he's outperformed that agreement.
And it turns out teams across the league agree. According to Schefter, multiple teams have already contacted San Francisco to see if Jennings might be on the table. The 49ers, however, aren’t budging. They’ve made it clear they have no interest in letting him go. And honestly, you can’t blame them.
Let’s not forget, Deebo Samuel is now with the Commanders. Brandon Aiyuk and Ricky Pearsall are both on the PUP list heading into training camp. So, who’s left to carry the load? Jennings. He’s become essential to the offense — not just a contributor, but potentially the guy in the wide receiver room. His leverage right now is as high as it’s ever been.
That said, if no deal gets done before veterans report to camp next Tuesday, Jennings is expected to formally request a trade. That would set off a wave of interest across the league. But the 49ers, at least publicly, are standing their ground. They’re banking on him being a core part of the 2025 campaign, and for good reason.
So, as training camp approaches, all eyes are on San Francisco. Will they make the move to lock Jennings in long term? Or are we looking at the start of a tense standoff that could see one of their top weapons walk?
Stay tuned — this one’s just getting started.
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