In two games, Jennings had 7 catches for 105 yards and the one touchdown to his name.
He is the 49ers’ most proven, healthy receiver amidst the Aiyuk and Kittle injuries. Jennings had a breakout year in 2024, with career highs in catches (77), yards (975) and touchdowns (6).
Alongside second-year pro Ricky Pearsall, Jennings is trying to provide some sense of stability for Jones amidst an otherwise young, inexperienced and unproven offense.
Jennings’ Comments Are Great To See After The Offseason
Jauan Jennings’ shoutout to 49ers faithful as his biggest motivation will likely win back the hearts of some fans who aren’t too happy with him after the offseason.
Jennings and the 49ers front office stubbornly fought over a contract dispute for most of the offseason. He requested a trade or a new contract just one offseason after the 49ers gave Aiyuk a big raise.
He was also nursing a calf injury that kept him out for much of the preseason, adding to the frustration on all sides.
Ultimately, Jennings got neither a trade nor a new contract, instead receiving an increase in his contract incentives ahead of the season.
The 49ers are reportedly still hoping to extend Jennings’ contract during the season.
Most 49ers faithful ultimately understand that Jennings harbors no ill feelings towards 49ers management. He wants to stay in San Francisco, he just also wants to get paid what he feels that he deserves in the process.
This Sunday’s comments only made it more clear that Jennings and San Francisco are a perfect match.
49ers fans, what did you think about Jauan Jennings’ performance against the Saints, and so far this season in general? Do you want to see him get a contract extension soon?
